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*[[Modding Portal|'''The Modding Portal:''']]
:*[[Modding:Art|'''Art''']]
:*[[Modding:Coding|'''Coding''']]
:*[[Modding:Mapping|'''Mapping''']]
*[[Modding:Tutorial list|'''List of all Modding Tutorials''']]
*'''[[:Category:Modding|Wiki Modding Articles]]'''
:*'''[[:Category: MTW2Modding|Medieval II Wiki Modding Articles]]'''
:*'''[[:Category:RTWModding|Rome & Barbarian Invasion Wiki Modding Articles]]'''
:*'''[[:Category:RTW Files|Artcles on RTW/BI Text Files]]'''
:*'''[[:Category:MTW2 Files|Articles on M2TW Text Files]]'''
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=== Overview: ===
*[[Empire: Total War Portal|Empire: Total War Portal]]
*[[Empire: Total War|General Overview]]

=== Information: ===
*[[:Category:ETW_Information|Gameplay Articles]]
*[[ETW_Factions|Faction List]]
*[[:Category:Empire_Total_War_Units|Units]]
*[[Empire cheats|Cheats]]

=== Modifications: ===
*[[:Category:ETW Modding|ETW Modding Resources]]
*[[:Category:ETW Mods (Released)|Released Mods for Empire]]
*[[:Category:ETW Mods (Hosted)|Hosted Mods for Empire]]

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=== Overview: ===
*[[Medieval 2: Total War|Medieval 2: Total War Portal]]
*[[Medieval_II:_Total_War_Kingdoms|Medieval 2: Total War Kingdoms Overview]]

=== Information: ===
*[[Factions in Medieval 2|Faction List]]
*[[:Category:Medieval 2 Information|Gameplay Information]]
*[[Medieval II Patches|Latest Patches]]
*[[Medieval II cheats|Cheats]]

=== Modifications: ===
*[[:Category:MTW2_Mods|Released Mods for M2TW]]
*[[:Category:TWC_Hosted_Modifications_-_MTW2|Hosted Mods for M2TW]]
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=== Overview: ===
*[[Rome: Total War Portal|Rome: Total War Portal]]
*[[Barbarian Invasion|Barbarian Invasion Overview]]
*[[Alexander|Alexander Overview]]
=== Information: ===
*[[RTW_Factions|Faction List]]

=== Modifications: ===
*[[:Category:RTW Mods (Released)|Released Mods for Rome]]
*[[:Category:BI Mods (Released)|Released Mods for Barbarian Invasion]]
*[[:Category:Alexander Mods (Released)|Released Mods for RTW:Alexander]]
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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Recently Released Mods </h3>

== [[:Category:ETW_Mods_(Released)|Empire: Total War]] ==
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246153 DarthMod Empire Commander Edition 1.7]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=255746 A Proper Empire v1.3.0]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247656 Imperial Splendour v1.071]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=252117 IMPERIUM GLOBALE v1.01]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=250655 Additional Units Mod AUM v.2.0]

== [[:Category:M2TW Mods|Medieval 2: Total War]] ==
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=253981 Third Age: Total War 1.0]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=253378 Chivalry II: The Sicilian Vespers 3.3]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=256803 Westeros: Total War for Kingdoms Beta v0.53 Beta]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=206670 For King and Country 1.5]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=241614 Better Grass 1.0]

== [[:Category:RTW Mods (Released)|Rome: Total War]] ==
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=256432 Amazon: Total War 2.5]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244059 Sparta: Total War III]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=240602 The Fourth Age: Total War - The Lost Legion]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225855 Thrace: The Serpent Reborn]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=257106 Viking Invasion II 1.7]
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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Modding Spotlight </h3>

== [[Third Age: Total War]] ==
[[Image:Thirdagetotalwarbannerc.jpg|center|300px|TATW Screenshot]]

[[Third Age: Total War]] is a [[Medieval II: Total War Kingdoms]] total conversation about the conflicts in Middle-earth at the end of the Third Age.

It lets the player take part in a war of Good against Evil, with them being able to join either side. The faction list includes Gondor and the Dwarves on the side of Good, and Mordor on the side of Evil.

The mod features an accurate map of Middle-earth as it was in the Third Age, including 114 settlements taken straight from Middle-earth lore and completed with several fictional locations as well as famous places like the Black Gate, Minas Tirith and many more. The units have been created based on the lore of Middle-earth, with visual cues taken from the Lord of the Rings movie trilogy.

A new campaign, battle AI and unit recruitment based on culture, as well as regional recruitment, serve to increase the difficulty of the campaign. The faction list includes Gondor, Rohan, the High and Silvan Elves, the Dwarves, Eriador, Dale, Isengard, Mordor, Rhun, Harad and the Orcs of the Misty Mountains, each faction with its own strengths and weaknesses.

The mod's appearance has been altered in almost every way compared to MIITW Vanilla, featuring an almost complete rework of the 2D and 3D design and many new sounds and music tracks, including the Lord of the Rings movie soundtrack.

This modification comes with an installer and is completely mod-foldered.

One can view some screenshots of the mod [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254877 here] and download it [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=253976 here].

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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Arts Portal </h3>
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==='''The Information Hub For TWC's Artists!'''===
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*'''After Action Reports'''
*'''Graphics Workshop'''
*'''Picture of the Week'''
*'''Community Role Playing Games'''

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All weekly competitions in '''one spot'''

All Tutorials, Guides, Links in '''one spot'''

Enter TWC's '''5. Portal'''

'''Click on the banner'''

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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Help the TWC Wiki </h3>

=== [[:Special:Wantedpages|Most Wanted Articles:]] ===
*[[Descr sounds units anims.txt]]
*[[Export descr sounds units battle events.txt]]
*[[Export descr sounds stratmap voice.txt]]

=== [[:Category:Stubs|Short articles in need of expansion:]] ===
*[[Admiral]]
*[[Diplomat]]
*[[May 2005 crisis]]
*[[The Crusades Campaign]]
*[[The Americas Campaign]]

=== [[:Category:Cleanup|Articles in need of Cleanup:]] ===
*[[Total War]]
*[[Europa Barbarorum II]]
*[[Shogun: Total War]]

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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Total War News</h3>

== EMPIRE: TOTAL WAR ==
'''

'''Update and Information'''

Time to update this page about SEGA and CA's latest installment to the award winning Total War franchise, '''Empire: Total War'''!

Since the release of the game, the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=470 Empire: TW forums] on Total War Center have seen a rush of new members, who quickly brought the first impressions and modifications with them. The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1073 E:TW modification forums] are booming, and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1071 first major overhaul mods] have already been released!

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Be sure to read and join the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=469 General Discussion] about E:TW.

Take a look at the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232145 Screenshot thread] to see how the newest Total War game looks like! If you are interested in more community screenshots, visit the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Picture of the Week Forum], browse the galleries to find masterfully edited E:TW screenshots.

For previews and articles regarding features such as the Campaign Map, Diplomacy, Agents, Continents and more TWC recommends Issues 192 and 193 of PC Gamer magazine which contain screenshots and exclusive insider's information. Here is one tantalizing tidbit:

[http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=170570 CVG.com]

For the latest screenshots and video posts featuring naval combat, duelling and field action, read the section below.

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== '''Empire: Total War Previews and Media''' ==

*[http://www.totalwar.com/empire/gallery/videos.php All 5 Preview Videos, AI Tactics Videos, Trailers and more!]
*[http://www.totalwar.com/empire/gallery/screenshots.php?c=campaign,land,naval Official Screenshots to feast your eyes on!]

Visit the [http://www.totalwar.com official site] for more.

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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Total War Community </h3>

=== <center>[[Total War Center|The Total War Center:]]</center> ===

<center> [[Total_War_Center_History|History of TWC]] '''|''' [[:Category: Famous Characters|Famous Members of TWC]] '''|''' [[:Category:TWC_Hosted_Modifications|Hosted Mods on TWC]] '''|''' [[:Category:Total War Center Information|Information on TWC]]</center>

==== <center>[[:Category:Total War Center Publications|Publications:]]</center> ====

<center>[[Helios|The Helios]] '''|''' [[Podcast|Podcasts]] '''|''' [[Eagle_Standard|The Eagle Standard]] '''|''' [[Scriptorium|The Scriptorium]] </center>

==== <center>[[:TWC:Ranks|Ranks on TWC:]]</center> ====

<center>[[Citizen|Citizen]] '''|''' [[:Category:Civitate|Civitate]] '''|''' [[:Category:Artifex|Artifex]] '''|''' [[Moderator]] '''|''' [[Global Moderator]] '''|''' [[Administrator]]</center>

<center> [[Opifex]] '''|''' [[Divus]] '''|''' [[Curator|Syntagma Curator]] '''|''' [[Modding_Registrar|Modding Registrar]] '''|''' [[Wiki_Project_Editor|Wiki Project Editor]]</center>

==== <center>[[Curia|The Curia:]]</center> ====

<center>[[TWC Official:Constitution|The Constitution]] '''|''' [[Consilium_de_Civitate|Consilium de Civitate]] '''|''' [[Houses_of_TWC|Houses of TWC]] '''|''' [[Community_Medals|Community Medals]]</center>

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=== <center>Popular Fansites:</center> ===

<center>[[:Category: Fansites|All Total War Fansites]] '''|''' [[Total War Center]] '''|''' [[The Guild]] '''|''' [[Total Realism Forums]] '''|''' [[Official Forums]] '''|''' [[Total_War_Heaven|Total War Heaven]] '''|''' [[Strat_Command_Center|Strat Command Center]]</center>

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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;">References</h3>
* Consult the [http://meta.wikipedia.org/wiki/MediaWiki_User%27s_Guide User's Guide] for information on using the wiki software.
* [http://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Help:Configuration_settings Configuration settings list]
* [http://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Help:FAQ MediaWiki FAQ]
* [http://mail.wikipedia.org/mailman/listinfo/mediawiki-announce MediaWiki release mailing list]
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The Community Portal

2009-05-11T19:26:19Z

Mollsomg: /* Lolgast's Gallery */

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[[Image:Logoartsportal3.jpeg]]

='''<small><center>Welcome to the ultimate information hub for all Art sections! May the Garb be with you.</small></center>'''=


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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Monthly AAR Event</h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
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[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Competitions </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====GC 19 Winner====
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[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 21====
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The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 38/39====
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Vote for in the ongoing '''TotW 38''' and '''TotW39''' Contest:
[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 40 Challenge====
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[[Image:Potwlotr.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[Mollsomg]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 146 Champion====
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[[Image:Turksfinalpotw146.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

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====UESW 59 Champion====
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[[Image:Prices59uesw.png|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Spotlight </h2></center>
[[Image:Lor-gondor.gif|center|225px]]
===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold.

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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===<center>Giovi's Workshop</center>===
One of the most successful GW artists will present [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207679 his Workshop] to you:

"Well, I use and love photoshop because you can make everything and express the artist inside your soul...I keep exploring and learning; You can clearly see the difference between my old works and my new ones!

Most of the stuff in my workshop are signatures made for my personal use and for others members, but there also are several wallpapers as well as tons of other stuff.

For me, it is important to advertise mods and other sections of the forum.
Basically I love everything about digital art and I blend different pics in various ways to make something totaly different and personal.
In my works I want to express a great pathos and my works are generally dark."

Probably one of [[Giovi]]'s best works is the Winner of the "Abstract" Themed GC:
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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===<center>Lolgast's Gallery</center>===
[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=197971 The Gallery] of [[Lolgast]] is definately a proof how much people can enhance and improve their sense of picturetaking, as well as their skill to edit those pictures.

Lolgast started off with some pretty heavy and overdone editing, but even there - right at the beginning of his PotW carreer - you could spot that he understands how the basis picture has to look like to make a good final piece of art.

He started off with R:TW screens, with dark and somehow blurred graphics, then moved on to animated Pictures, including his famous "the last seconds before the end". After that he got active in the Graphics Workshop too, and by then you could see an impressive enhancement of his works.

When the Empire hype started, Lolgast was the first one to grab the opportunity by its horns and took an official screenshot from IGN, edited in and backed it up with a [http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii15/lolgast/empttw.jpg breathtaking background] - this won him his first PotW contest.

After that his recent empire works have superb, warm graphics and do really please the eye! Example:

[[Image:Emp-galleyssun.png|center|225px]]

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* \o/
* |
* /\
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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==P.S.==
Any requests about this page?
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''The Arts Portal created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg]
All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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===this makes 4% sense===
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The Community Portal

2009-05-11T17:51:13Z

Mollsomg: /* UESW 59 Champion */

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<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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<center>[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====GC 19 Winner====
<center>
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 21====
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The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 38/39====
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Vote for in the ongoing '''TotW 38''' and '''TotW39''' Contest:
[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 40 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image:Potwlotr.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[Mollsomg]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 146 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Turksfinalpotw146.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

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====UESW 59 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Prices59uesw.png|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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[[Image:Lor-gondor.gif|center|225px]]
===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold.

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>
===<center>Giovi's Workshop</center>===
One of the most successful GW artists will present [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207679 his Workshop] to you:

"Well, I use and love photoshop because you can make everything and express the artist inside your soul...I keep exploring and learning; You can clearly see the difference between my old works and my new ones!

Most of the stuff in my workshop are signatures made for my personal use and for others members, but there also are several wallpapers as well as tons of other stuff.

For me, it is important to advertise mods and other sections of the forum.
Basically I love everything about digital art and I blend different pics in various ways to make something totaly different and personal.
In my works I want to express a great pathos and my works are generally dark."

Probably one of [[Giovi]]'s best works is the Winner of the "Abstract" Themed GC:
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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===<center>Lolgast's Gallery</center>===
[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=197971 The Gallery] of [[Lolgast]] is definately a proof how much people can enhance and improve their sense of picturetaking, as well as their skill to edit those pictures.

Lolgast started off with some pretty heavy and overdone editing, but even there - right at the beginning of his PotW carreer - you could that he understands how the basis picture has to look like to make a good final piece of art.

He started off with R:TW screens, with dark and somehow blurred graphics, then moved on to animated Pictures, including his famous "the last seconds before the end". After that he got active in the Graphics Workshop too, and by then you could see an impressive enhancement of his works.

When the Empire hype started, Lolgast was the first one to grab the opportunity by its horns and took an official screenshot from IGN, edited in and backed it up with a [http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii15/lolgast/empttw.jpg breathtaking background] - this won him his first PotW contest.

After that his recent empire works have superb, warm graphics and do really please the eye! Example:

[[Image:Emp-galleyssun.png|center|225px]]

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* \o/
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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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==P.S.==
Any requests about this page?
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''The Arts Portal created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg]
All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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The Community Portal

2009-05-11T17:51:03Z

Mollsomg: /* UESW 59 Champion */

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='''<small><center>Welcome to the ultimate information hub for all Art sections! May the Garb be with you.</small></center>'''=


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<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Competitions </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====GC 19 Winner====
<center>
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 21====
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The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 38/39====
<center>




Vote for in the ongoing '''TotW 38''' and '''TotW39''' Contest:
[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 40 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image:Potwlotr.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[Mollsomg]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 146 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Turksfinalpotw146.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

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====UESW 59 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Prices59uesw.png|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>











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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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[[Image:Lor-gondor.gif|center|225px]]
===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold.

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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===<center>Giovi's Workshop</center>===
One of the most successful GW artists will present [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207679 his Workshop] to you:

"Well, I use and love photoshop because you can make everything and express the artist inside your soul...I keep exploring and learning; You can clearly see the difference between my old works and my new ones!

Most of the stuff in my workshop are signatures made for my personal use and for others members, but there also are several wallpapers as well as tons of other stuff.

For me, it is important to advertise mods and other sections of the forum.
Basically I love everything about digital art and I blend different pics in various ways to make something totaly different and personal.
In my works I want to express a great pathos and my works are generally dark."

Probably one of [[Giovi]]'s best works is the Winner of the "Abstract" Themed GC:
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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[[Image:Pictureoftheweek250.png|center|250px]]

==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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===<center>Lolgast's Gallery</center>===
[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=197971 The Gallery] of [[Lolgast]] is definately a proof how much people can enhance and improve their sense of picturetaking, as well as their skill to edit those pictures.

Lolgast started off with some pretty heavy and overdone editing, but even there - right at the beginning of his PotW carreer - you could that he understands how the basis picture has to look like to make a good final piece of art.

He started off with R:TW screens, with dark and somehow blurred graphics, then moved on to animated Pictures, including his famous "the last seconds before the end". After that he got active in the Graphics Workshop too, and by then you could see an impressive enhancement of his works.

When the Empire hype started, Lolgast was the first one to grab the opportunity by its horns and took an official screenshot from IGN, edited in and backed it up with a [http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii15/lolgast/empttw.jpg breathtaking background] - this won him his first PotW contest.

After that his recent empire works have superb, warm graphics and do really please the eye! Example:

[[Image:Emp-galleyssun.png|center|225px]]

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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The Community Portal

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Mollsomg: /* TotW 38/39 */

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====MAARC X====
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[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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====GC 19 Winner====
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[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 21====
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The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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====TotW 38/39====
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Vote for in the ongoing '''TotW 38''' and '''TotW39''' Contest:
[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 40 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image:Potwlotr.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[Mollsomg]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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====PotW 146 Champion====
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[[Image:Turksfinalpotw146.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

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====UESW 59 Champion====
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[[Image:Prices59uesw.png|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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[[Image:Lor-gondor.gif|center|225px]]
===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold.

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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===<center>Giovi's Workshop</center>===
One of the most successful GW artists will present [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207679 his Workshop] to you:

"Well, I use and love photoshop because you can make everything and express the artist inside your soul...I keep exploring and learning; You can clearly see the difference between my old works and my new ones!

Most of the stuff in my workshop are signatures made for my personal use and for others members, but there also are several wallpapers as well as tons of other stuff.

For me, it is important to advertise mods and other sections of the forum.
Basically I love everything about digital art and I blend different pics in various ways to make something totaly different and personal.
In my works I want to express a great pathos and my works are generally dark."

Probably one of [[Giovi]]'s best works is the Winner of the "Abstract" Themed GC:
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

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* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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===<center>Lolgast's Gallery</center>===
[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=197971 The Gallery] of [[Lolgast]] is definately a proof how much people can enhance and improve their sense of picturetaking, as well as their skill to edit those pictures.

Lolgast started off with some pretty heavy and overdone editing, but even there - right at the beginning of his PotW carreer - you could that he understands how the basis picture has to look like to make a good final piece of art.

He started off with R:TW screens, with dark and somehow blurred graphics, then moved on to animated Pictures, including his famous "the last seconds before the end". After that he got active in the Graphics Workshop too, and by then you could see an impressive enhancement of his works.

When the Empire hype started, Lolgast was the first one to grab the opportunity by its horns and took an official screenshot from IGN, edited in and backed it up with a [http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii15/lolgast/empttw.jpg breathtaking background] - this won him his first PotW contest.

After that his recent empire works have superb, warm graphics and do really please the eye! Example:

[[Image:Emp-galleyssun.png|center|225px]]

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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Any requests about this page?
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All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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2009-05-11T17:36:22Z

Mollsomg: /* TotW 55 Challenge */

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====MAARC X====
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[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Competitions </h3><center>
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====GC 19 Winner====
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[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 21====
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The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
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====TotW 38/39====
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Vote for in the ongoing '''TotW 38''' and '''39''' Contest:
[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 40 Challenge====
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[[Image:Potwlotr.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[Mollsomg]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
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====PotW 146 Champion====
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[[Image:Turksfinalpotw146.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

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====UESW 59 Champion====
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[[Image:Prices59uesw.png|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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[[Image:Lor-gondor.gif|center|225px]]
===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold.

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>
===<center>Giovi's Workshop</center>===
One of the most successful GW artists will present [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207679 his Workshop] to you:

"Well, I use and love photoshop because you can make everything and express the artist inside your soul...I keep exploring and learning; You can clearly see the difference between my old works and my new ones!

Most of the stuff in my workshop are signatures made for my personal use and for others members, but there also are several wallpapers as well as tons of other stuff.

For me, it is important to advertise mods and other sections of the forum.
Basically I love everything about digital art and I blend different pics in various ways to make something totaly different and personal.
In my works I want to express a great pathos and my works are generally dark."

Probably one of [[Giovi]]'s best works is the Winner of the "Abstract" Themed GC:
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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===<center>Lolgast's Gallery</center>===
[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=197971 The Gallery] of [[Lolgast]] is definately a proof how much people can enhance and improve their sense of picturetaking, as well as their skill to edit those pictures.

Lolgast started off with some pretty heavy and overdone editing, but even there - right at the beginning of his PotW carreer - you could that he understands how the basis picture has to look like to make a good final piece of art.

He started off with R:TW screens, with dark and somehow blurred graphics, then moved on to animated Pictures, including his famous "the last seconds before the end". After that he got active in the Graphics Workshop too, and by then you could see an impressive enhancement of his works.

When the Empire hype started, Lolgast was the first one to grab the opportunity by its horns and took an official screenshot from IGN, edited in and backed it up with a [http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii15/lolgast/empttw.jpg breathtaking background] - this won him his first PotW contest.

After that his recent empire works have superb, warm graphics and do really please the eye! Example:

[[Image:Emp-galleyssun.png|center|225px]]

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===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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Mollsomg: /* TotW 142 */

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====MAARC X====
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[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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====GC 19 Winner====
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[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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====GC 21====
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The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
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====TotW 38/39====
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Vote for in the ongoing '''TotW 38''' and '''39''' Contest:
[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 146 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Turksfinalpotw146.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

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====UESW 59 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Prices59uesw.png|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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[[Image:Lor-gondor.gif|center|225px]]
===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold.

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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===<center>Giovi's Workshop</center>===
One of the most successful GW artists will present [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207679 his Workshop] to you:

"Well, I use and love photoshop because you can make everything and express the artist inside your soul...I keep exploring and learning; You can clearly see the difference between my old works and my new ones!

Most of the stuff in my workshop are signatures made for my personal use and for others members, but there also are several wallpapers as well as tons of other stuff.

For me, it is important to advertise mods and other sections of the forum.
Basically I love everything about digital art and I blend different pics in various ways to make something totaly different and personal.
In my works I want to express a great pathos and my works are generally dark."

Probably one of [[Giovi]]'s best works is the Winner of the "Abstract" Themed GC:
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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[[Image:Pictureoftheweek250.png|center|250px]]

==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>
===<center>Lolgast's Gallery</center>===
[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=197971 The Gallery] of [[Lolgast]] is definately a proof how much people can enhance and improve their sense of picturetaking, as well as their skill to edit those pictures.

Lolgast started off with some pretty heavy and overdone editing, but even there - right at the beginning of his PotW carreer - you could that he understands how the basis picture has to look like to make a good final piece of art.

He started off with R:TW screens, with dark and somehow blurred graphics, then moved on to animated Pictures, including his famous "the last seconds before the end". After that he got active in the Graphics Workshop too, and by then you could see an impressive enhancement of his works.

When the Empire hype started, Lolgast was the first one to grab the opportunity by its horns and took an official screenshot from IGN, edited in and backed it up with a [http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii15/lolgast/empttw.jpg breathtaking background] - this won him his first PotW contest.

After that his recent empire works have superb, warm graphics and do really please the eye! Example:

[[Image:Emp-galleyssun.png|center|225px]]

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* \o/
* |
* /\
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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==P.S.==
Any requests about this page?
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''The Arts Portal created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg]
All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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Mollsomg:

The Community Portal

2009-05-11T10:58:19Z

Mollsomg: /* Lolgast's Gallery */

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='''<small><center>Welcome to the ultimate information hub for all Art sections! May the Garb be with you.</small></center>'''=


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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Monthly AAR Event</h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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<center>[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====GC 19 Winner====
<center>
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 21====
<center>


The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 146 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Turksfinalpotw146.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

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====UESW 59 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Prices59uesw.png|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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[[Image:Lor-gondor.gif|center|225px]]
===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold.

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



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===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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===<center>Giovi's Workshop</center>===
One of the most successful GW artists will present [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207679 his Workshop] to you:

"Well, I use and love photoshop because you can make everything and express the artist inside your soul...I keep exploring and learning; You can clearly see the difference between my old works and my new ones!

Most of the stuff in my workshop are signatures made for my personal use and for others members, but there also are several wallpapers as well as tons of other stuff.

For me, it is important to advertise mods and other sections of the forum.
Basically I love everything about digital art and I blend different pics in various ways to make something totaly different and personal.
In my works I want to express a great pathos and my works are generally dark."

Probably one of [[Giovi]]'s best works is the Winner of the "Abstract" Themed GC:
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

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* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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===<center>Lolgast's Gallery</center>===
[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=197971 The Gallery] of [[Lolgast]] is definately a proof how much people can enhance and improve their sense of picturetaking, as well as their skill to edit those pictures.

Lolgast started off with some pretty heavy and overdone editing, but even there - right at the beginning of his PotW carreer - you could that he understands how the basis picture has to look like to make a good final piece of art.

He started off with R:TW screens, with dark and somehow blurred graphics, then moved on to animated Pictures, including his famous "the last seconds before the end". After that he got active in the Graphics Workshop too, and by then you could see an impressive enhancement of his works.

When the Empire hype started, Lolgast was the first one to grab the opportunity by its horns and took an official screenshot from IGN, edited in and backed it up with a [http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii15/lolgast/empttw.jpg breathtaking background] - this won him his first PotW contest.

After that his recent empire works have superb, warm graphics and do really please the eye! Example:

[[Image:Emp-galleyssun.png|center|225px]]

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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''The Arts Portal created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg]
All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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====GC 19 Winner====
<center>
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 21====
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The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 146 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Turksfinalpotw146.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

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====UESW 59 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Prices59uesw.png|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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[[Image:Lor-gondor.gif|center|225px]]
===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold.

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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===<center>Giovi's Workshop</center>===
One of the most successful GW artists will present [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207679 his Workshop] to you:

"Well, I use and love photoshop because you can make everything and express the artist inside your soul...I keep exploring and learning; You can clearly see the difference between my old works and my new ones!

Most of the stuff in my workshop are signatures made for my personal use and for others members, but there also are several wallpapers as well as tons of other stuff.

For me, it is important to advertise mods and other sections of the forum.
Basically I love everything about digital art and I blend different pics in various ways to make something totaly different and personal.
In my works I want to express a great pathos and my works are generally dark."

Probably one of [[Giovi]]'s best works is the Winner of the "Abstract" Themed GC:
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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===<center>Lolgast's Gallery</center>===
[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=197971 The Gallery] of [[Lolgast]] is definately a proof how much people can enhance and improve their sense of picturetaking, as well as their skill to edit those pictures.

Lolgast started off with some pretty heavy and overdone editing, but even there - right at the beginning of his PotW carreer - you could that he understands how the basis picture has to look like to make a good final piece of art.

He started of with R:TW screens, dark and with somehow blurred graphics, then moved on to animated Pictures, including his famous "the last seconds before the end". After that he got active in the Graphics Workshop too, and by then you could see an impressive enhancement in his works.

When the Empire hype started, Lolgast was the first one to grab the opportunity by its horns and took an official screenshot from IGN, edited in and backed it up with a [http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii15/lolgast/empttw.jpg breathtaking background] - this won him his first PotW contest.

After that his recent empire works have superb, warm graphics and do really please the eye! Example:

[[Image:Emp-galleyssun.png|center|225px]]

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* \o/
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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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==P.S.==
Any requests about this page?
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''The Arts Portal created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg]
All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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Mollsomg:

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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Monthly AAR Event</h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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====GC 19 Winner====
<center>
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 21====
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The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 146 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Turksfinalpotw146.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

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====UESW 59 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Prices59uesw.png|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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[[Image:Lor-gondor.gif|center|225px]]
===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold.

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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===<center>Giovi's Workshop</center>===
One of the most successful GW artists will present [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207679 his Workshop] to you:

"Well, I use and love photoshop because you can make everything and express the artist inside your soul...I keep exploring and learning; You can clearly see the difference between my old works and my new ones!

Most of the stuff in my workshop are signatures made for my personal use and for others members, but there also are several wallpapers as well as tons of other stuff.

For me, it is important to advertise mods and other sections of the forum.
Basically I love everything about digital art and I blend different pics in various ways to make something totaly different and personal.
In my works I want to express a great pathos and my works are generally dark."

Probably one of [[Giovi]]'s best works is the Winner of the "Abstract" Themed GC:
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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===<center>Lolgast's Gallery</center>
[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=197971 The Gallery] of [[Lolgast]] is definately a proof how much people can enhance and improve their sense of picturetaking, as well as their skill to edit those pictures.

Lolgast started off with some pretty heavy and overdone editing, but even there - right at the beginning of his PotW carreer - you could that he understands how the basis picture has to look like to make a good final piece of art.

He started of with R:TW screens, dark and with somehow blurred graphics, then moved on to animated Pictures, including his famous "the last seconds before the end". After that he got active in the Graphics Workshop too, and by then you could see an impressive enhancement in his works.

When the Empire hype started, Lolgast was the first one to grab the opportunity by its horns and took an official screenshot from IGN, edited in and backed it up with a [http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii15/lolgast/empttw.jpg breathtaking background] - this won him his first PotW contest.

After that his recent empire works have superb, warm graphics and do really please the eye!

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* \o/
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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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Any requests about this page?
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''The Arts Portal created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg]
All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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The Community Portal

2009-05-11T10:45:32Z

Mollsomg: /* Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea! */

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<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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<center>[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====GC 19 Winner====
<center>
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 21====
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The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 146 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Turksfinalpotw146.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

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====UESW 59 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Prices59uesw.png|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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[[Image:Lor-gondor.gif|center|225px]]
===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold.

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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===<center>Giovi's Workshop</center>===
One of the most successful GW artists will present [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207679 his Workshop] to you:

"Well, I use and love photoshop because you can make everything and express the artist inside your soul...I keep exploring and learning; You can clearly see the difference between my old works and my new ones!

Most of the stuff in my workshop are signatures made for my personal use and for others members, but there also are several wallpapers as well as tons of other stuff.

For me, it is important to advertise mods and other sections of the forum.
Basically I love everything about digital art and I blend different pics in various ways to make something totaly different and personal.
In my works I want to express a great pathos and my works are generally dark."

Probably one of [[Giovi]]'s best works is the Winner of the "Abstract" Themed GC:
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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* \o/
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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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====MAARC X====
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[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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====GC 19 Winner====
<center>
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 21====
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The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
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====TotW 142====
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[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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====PotW 146 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Turksfinalpotw146.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

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====UESW 59 Champion====
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[[Image:Prices59uesw.png|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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[[Image:Lor-gondor.gif|center|225px]]
===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold!

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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===<center>Giovi's Workshop</center>===
One of the most successful GW artists will present [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207679 his Workshop] to you:

"Well, I use and love photoshop because you can make everything and express the artist inside your soul...I keep exploring and learning; You can clearly see the difference between my old works and my new ones!

Most of the stuff in my workshop are signatures made for my personal use and for others members, but there also are several wallpapers as well as tons of other stuff.

For me, it is important to advertise mods and other sections of the forum.
Basically I love everything about digital art and I blend different pics in various ways to make something totaly different and personal.
In my works I want to express a great pathos and my works are generally dark."

Probably one of [[Giovi]]'s best works is the Winner of the "Abstract" Themed GC:
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

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* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW News </h2></center>
* \o/
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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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====MAARC X====
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[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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====GC 19 Winner====
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[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 21====
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The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
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====TotW 142====
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[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
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[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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====PotW 146 Champion====
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[[Image:Turksfinalpotw146.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

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====UESW 59 Champion====
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[[Image:Prices59uesw.png|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold!

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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===<center>Giovi's Workshop</center>===
One of the most successful GW artists will present [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207679 his Workshop] to you:

"Well, I use and love photoshop because you can make everything and express the artist inside your soul...I keep exploring and learning; You can clearly see the difference between my old works and my new ones!

Most of the stuff in my workshop are signatures made for my personal use and for others members, but there also are several wallpapers as well as tons of other stuff.

For me, it is important to advertise mods and other sections of the forum.
Basically I love everything about digital art and I blend different pics in various ways to make something totaly different and personal.
In my works I want to express a great pathos and my works are generally dark."

Probably one of [[Giovi]]'s best works is the Winner of the "Abstract" Themed GC:
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

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* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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====GC 19 Winner====
<center>
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 21====
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The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
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====TotW 142====
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[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 146 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Turksfinalpotw146.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

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====UESW 59 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Prices59uesw.png|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold!

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>
<center>===Giovi's Workshop===</center>
One of the most successful GW artists will present [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207679 his Workshop] to you:

"Well, I use and love photoshop because you can make everything and express the artist inside your soul...I keep exploring and learning; You can clearly see the difference between my old works and my new ones!

Most of the stuff in my workshop are signatures made for my personal use and for others members, but there also are several wallpapers as well as tons of other stuff.

For me, it is important to advertise mods and other sections of the forum.
Basically I love everything about digital art and I blend different pics in various ways to make something totaly different and personal.
In my works I want to express a great pathos and my works are generally dark."

Probably one of [[Giovi]]'s best works is the Winner of the "Abstract" Themed GC:
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW News </h2></center>
* \o/
* |
* /\
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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==P.S.==
Any requests about this page?
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''The Arts Portal created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg]
All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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The Community Portal

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='''<small><center>Welcome to the ultimate information hub for all Art sections! May the Garb be with you.</small></center>'''=


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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Monthly AAR Event</h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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<center>[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====GC 19 Winner====
<center>
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 21====
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The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 146 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Turksfinalpotw146.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

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====UESW 59 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Prices59uesw.png|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold!

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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===Giovi's Workshop===
One of the most successful GW artists will present [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207679 his Workshop] to you:

"Well, I use and love photoshop because you can make everything and express the artist inside your soul...I keep exploring and learning; You can clearly see the difference between my old works and my new ones!
Most of the stuff in my workshop are signatures made for my personal use and for others members, but there also are several wallpapers as well as tons of other stuff.
For me, it is important to advertise mods and other sections of the forum.
Basically I love everything about digital art and I blend different pics in various ways to make something totaly different and personal.
In my works I want to express a great pathos and my works are generally dark."

Probably one of [[Giovi]]'s best works is the Winner of the "Abstract" Themed GC:
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>

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* \o/
* |
* /\
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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==P.S.==
Any requests about this page?
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''The Arts Portal created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg]
All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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===this makes 4% sense===
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The Community Portal

2009-05-11T10:29:52Z

Mollsomg: /* PotW 146 Champion */

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='''<small><center>Welcome to the ultimate information hub for all Art sections! May the Garb be with you.</small></center>'''=


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<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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====GC 19 Winner====
<center>
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 21====
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The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 146 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Turksfinalpotw146.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

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====UESW 59 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Prices59uesw.png|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold!

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW News </h2></center>
* \o/
* |
* /\
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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==P.S.==
Any requests about this page?
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''The Arts Portal created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg]
All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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===this makes 4% sense===
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The Community Portal

2009-05-11T10:29:41Z

Mollsomg: /* PotW 146 Champion */

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='''<small><center>Welcome to the ultimate information hub for all Art sections! May the Garb be with you.</small></center>'''=


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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Monthly AAR Event</h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


<center>


<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Competitions </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====GC 19 Winner====
<center>
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 21====
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The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 146 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Turksfinalpotw146.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>
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====UESW 59 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Prices59uesw.png|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Spotlight </h2></center>
===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold!

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop250.png|center|250px]]

==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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[[Image:Pictureoftheweek250.png|center|250px]]

==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
----
Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW News </h2></center>
* \o/
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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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====GC 19 Winner====
<center>
[[Image:Abstarct.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 21====
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The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 146 Champion====
<center>
[[Image:Turksfinalpotw146.png|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 59 Champion====
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[[Image:Prices59uesw.png|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold!

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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====GC 19 Winner====
<center>
[[Image: |center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 21====
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The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 146 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 59 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Spotlight </h2></center>
===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold!

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW News </h2></center>
* \o/
* |
* /\
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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==P.S.==
Any requests about this page?
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''The Arts Portal created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg]
All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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===this makes 4% sense===
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The Community Portal

2009-05-11T10:25:41Z

Mollsomg: /* GC 69 */

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='''<small><center>Welcome to the ultimate information hub for all Art sections! May the Garb be with you.</small></center>'''=


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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Monthly AAR Event</h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


<center>


<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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<center>[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====GC 19 Winner====
<center>
[[Image: |center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 69====
<center>


The theme for the current GC is:

*'''A Dream'''.
maximum 1000 X 1000 px

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
</center>
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 146 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 59 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold!

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



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===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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''The Arts Portal created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg]
All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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====MAARC X====
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[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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====GC 19 Winner====
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[[Image: |center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 69====
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The theme for the current GC is:
*'''GET TO DA CHOPPA'''.

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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====TotW 142====
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[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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====PotW 146 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 59 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold!

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW News </h2></center>
* \o/
* |
* /\
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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==P.S.==
Any requests about this page?
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''The Arts Portal created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg]
All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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===this makes 4% sense===
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The Community Portal

2009-05-11T10:23:26Z

Mollsomg: /* UESW 55 Champion */

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='''<small><center>Welcome to the ultimate information hub for all Art sections! May the Garb be with you.</small></center>'''=


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<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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<center>[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====GC 6666 Winner====
<center>
[[Image: |center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 69====
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The theme for the current GC is:
*'''GET TO DA CHOPPA'''.

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 146 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 59 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[Antissa]] has emerged the victor of competition 59 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold!

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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[[Image:Pictureoftheweek250.png|center|250px]]

==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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* \o/
* |
* /\
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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Mollsomg: /* PotW 142 Champion */

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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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====GC 6666 Winner====
<center>
[[Image: |center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 69====
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The theme for the current GC is:
*'''GET TO DA CHOPPA'''.

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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====PotW 146 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[Giovi]] has conquered the PoTW 146 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations Giovi.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 55 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[drazeN]] has emerged the victor of competition 55 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold!

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>

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* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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* \o/
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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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Mollsomg: /* Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea! */

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<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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====GC 6666 Winner====
<center>
[[Image: |center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 69====
<center>


The theme for the current GC is:
*'''GET TO DA CHOPPA'''.

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 142 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]] has conquered the PoTW 142 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations crypel.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 55 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[drazeN]] has emerged the victor of competition 55 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Spotlight </h2></center>
===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold!

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>

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* \o/
* |
* /\
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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''The Arts Portal created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg]
All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Monthly AAR Event</h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Competitions </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====GC 6666 Winner====
<center>
[[Image: |center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 69====
<center>


The theme for the current GC is:
*'''GET TO DA CHOPPA'''.

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 142 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]] has conquered the PoTW 142 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations crypel.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 55 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[drazeN]] has emerged the victor of competition 55 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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===Gondor, Gondor between the mountains and the sea!===
With the release of the Third Age: Total War Modification, it was only a matter of time until the first tales and stories began to unfold!
[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=258409 This Gondor AAR] is written by 2 members, being: [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=26846 sithlord447] and [http://http//www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=41713 Coeur de lion].

In a short introduction by Ecthelion, the current Steward of Gondor, he tells of a man that married his daughter. His name is Mistven, a trusted Captain of Gondor.
The AAR is written in form of excerpts from the Gondorian Annals; it tells the battles and bloody events through the eyes of Mistven, while the actions are commented on by Ecthelion, who as a Steward, stays at home and is forced to rely on news from the front.

Solid writing, mixed with small potions of poetry, the battle screenshots and of course the Lord of the Rings feeling make this AAR a nice read!



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===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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====MAARC X====
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[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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====GC 6666 Winner====
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[[Image: |center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 69====
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The theme for the current GC is:
*'''GET TO DA CHOPPA'''.

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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====TotW 142====
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[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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====PotW 142 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]] has conquered the PoTW 142 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations crypel.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 55 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[drazeN]] has emerged the victor of competition 55 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154625 AARs - Tips and Notes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=134145 How to start an AAR]
*[http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?t=103522 Writing in general - links]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW News </h2></center>
* \o/
* |
* /\
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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==P.S.==
Any requests about this page?
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''The Arts Portal created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg]
All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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===this makes 4% sense===
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The Community Portal

2009-05-09T17:00:36Z

Mollsomg: /* MAARC X */

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='''<small><center>Welcome to the ultimate information hub for all Art sections! May the Garb be with you.</small></center>'''=


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<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


<center>


<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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<center>[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====GC 6666 Winner====
<center>
[[Image: |center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 69====
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The theme for the current GC is:
*'''GET TO DA CHOPPA'''.

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 142 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]] has conquered the PoTW 142 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations crypel.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 55 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[drazeN]] has emerged the victor of competition 55 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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[[Image:Pictureoftheweek250.png|center|250px]]

==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW News </h2></center>
* \o/
* |
* /\
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

[[Image:Uygrxbqbpj.jpg|center|225px]]

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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====GC 6666 Winner====
<center>
[[Image: |center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 69====
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The theme for the current GC is:
*'''GET TO DA CHOPPA'''.

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 142 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]] has conquered the PoTW 142 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations crypel.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 55 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[drazeN]] has emerged the victor of competition 55 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>
[[Image:Uygrxbqbpj.jpg|center|225px]]

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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<center>[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====GC 6666 Winner====
<center>
[[Image: |center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 69====
<center>


The theme for the current GC is:
*'''GET TO DA CHOPPA'''.

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 142 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]] has conquered the PoTW 142 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations crypel.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 55 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[drazeN]] has emerged the victor of competition 55 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Spotlight </h2></center>



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Monthly AAR Event</h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
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[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>
[[Image:Uygrxbqbpj.jpg|center|225pc]]

Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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====GC 6666 Winner====
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[[Image: |center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 69====
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The theme for the current GC is:
*'''GET TO DA CHOPPA'''.

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
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[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
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[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 142 Champion====
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[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]] has conquered the PoTW 142 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations crypel.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 55 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[drazeN]] has emerged the victor of competition 55 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
----

===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
----
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW News </h2></center>
* \o/
* |
* /\
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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==P.S.==
Any requests about this page?
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''The Arts Portal created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg]
All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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Mollsomg:

The Community Portal

2009-05-09T15:56:11Z

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='''<small><center>Welcome to the ultimate information hub for all Art sections! May the Garb be with you.</small></center>'''=


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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Monthly AAR Event</h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|225px]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


<center>


<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>
Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Competitions </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====GC 6666 Winner====
<center>
[[Image: |center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 69====
<center>


The theme for the current GC is:
*'''GET TO DA CHOPPA'''.

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 142 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]] has conquered the PoTW 142 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations crypel.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 55 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[drazeN]] has emerged the victor of competition 55 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Spotlight </h2></center>



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop250.png|center|250px]]

==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
----
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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[[Image:Pictureoftheweek250.png|center|250px]]

==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
----
===1. Weekly Competitions===
----
Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
----

===2. Galleria===
----
Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
----
----
''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>

| colspan="1" style="width:25%; padding:0.5em; border:4px solid grey; background-color:#fffbdb;" valign="top" |
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW News </h2></center>
* \o/
* |
* /\
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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====MAARC X====
<center>
[[Image: Aarsig2hp3.png|center|]]

Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>
Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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====GC 6666 Winner====
<center>
[[Image: |center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 69====
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The theme for the current GC is:
*'''GET TO DA CHOPPA'''.

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 142 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]] has conquered the PoTW 142 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations crypel.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 55 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[drazeN]] has emerged the victor of competition 55 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>

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* |
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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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====MAARC X====
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Vote in the '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker]''' for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>
Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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<center>[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====GC 6666 Winner====
<center>
[[Image: |center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 69====
<center>


The theme for the current GC is:
*'''GET TO DA CHOPPA'''.

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 142 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]] has conquered the PoTW 142 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations crypel.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 55 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[drazeN]] has emerged the victor of competition 55 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Spotlight </h2></center>



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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[[Image:Pictureoftheweek250.png|center|250px]]

==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW News </h2></center>
* \o/
* |
* /\
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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==P.S.==
Any requests about this page?
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''The Arts Portal created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg]
All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> random content </h3></center>

===this makes 4% sense===
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The Community Portal

2009-05-09T15:53:44Z

Mollsomg: /* MAARC X */

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='''<small><center>Welcome to the ultimate information hub for all Art sections! May the Garb be with you.</small></center>'''=


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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Monthly AAR Event</h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
<center>

Vote in the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259277 Tie Breaker for the 1. and 2. place!
'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


<center>


<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>
Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Competitions </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====GC 6666 Winner====
<center>
[[Image: |center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 69====
<center>


The theme for the current GC is:
*'''GET TO DA CHOPPA'''.

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 142 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]] has conquered the PoTW 142 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations crypel.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 55 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[drazeN]] has emerged the victor of competition 55 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
----

[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
----
'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Spotlight </h2></center>



<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
----

===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW News </h2></center>
* \o/
* |
* /\
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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==P.S.==
Any requests about this page?
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''The Arts Portal created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg]
All banners and logos created by [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=32278 sud commander]''
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The Community Portal

2009-05-09T15:51:57Z

Mollsomg: /* MAARC XXVV */

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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Monthly AAR Event</h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Aarcompetiton.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====MAARC X====
<center>


'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


<center>


<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>
Nominate your AAR for next month's competition,

'''MAARC XI!'''

Remember: Your AAR needs to have at least 2 updates in May to be be nominated.
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Competitions </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop.png|center|225px]]</center>
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====GC 6666 Winner====
<center>
[[Image: |center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 69====
<center>


The theme for the current GC is:
*'''GET TO DA CHOPPA'''.

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> TotW Contest Roundup </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Taleoftheweek.png|center|225px]]
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====TotW 142====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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<center><h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW Winners </h3><center>
<center>[[Image: Pictureoftheweek.png]]</center>
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====PotW 142 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]] has conquered the PoTW 142 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations crypel.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 55 Champion====
<center>
[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[drazeN]] has emerged the victor of competition 55 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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==<center>'''After Action Reports and Community RPGs Forum Description'''</center>==
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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[[Image:Afteractionreport250.png|center|250px]]

or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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[[Image:Communityrpgs250.png|center|250px]]

===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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''Important members of this forum: [[Aradan]],[[Winter]],[[Hesus de Bodemloze]],[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?u=39377 mollsomg],[[PowerWizard]],[[Carl von Döbeln]],[[Xavier Dragnesi]],[[Musthavename]] - moderation''




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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR News </h2></center>
*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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[[Image: Thegraphicsworkshop250.png|center|250px]]

==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Workshop Spotlight </h2></center>

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Graphics Workshop News </h2></center>
* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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[[Image:Pictureoftheweek250.png|center|250px]]

==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
----
Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
----

===2. Galleria===
----
Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
----
----
''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Gallery Spotlight </h2></center>

| colspan="1" style="width:25%; padding:0.5em; border:4px solid grey; background-color:#fffbdb;" valign="top" |
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> PotW News </h2></center>
* \o/
* |
* /\
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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The Community Portal

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====MAARC XXVV====
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'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>


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Nominate your AAR for next month's competition!
'''The Nomination Thread is stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 here]</center>




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====GC 6666 Winner====
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''[[crypel]]'' has won this week's Graphics Competition. Congratulations!

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]

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<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====GC 69====
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The theme for the current GC is:
*'''GET TO DA CHOPPA'''.

'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 here]</center>




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====TotW 142====
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''[[crypel]]''´s tale gathered the most people around the storyteller's campfire.

'''Winner announcements are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>

<center><h4 style="padding:7px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Join the contest! </h4><center>

====TotW 55 Challenge====
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[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

This week, a picture by ''[[EFG]]'' shall be the basis for your stories!
'''Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 here]</center>




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====PotW 142 Champion====
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[[Image: PoTW 142.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[crypel]] has conquered the PoTW 142 challenge and emerged as the Champion with this shot. Congratulations crypel.''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>

====UESW 55 Champion====
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[[Image: UESW 55.jpg|center|225px]]

''[[drazeN]] has emerged the victor of competition 55 for un-edited screen shots with this beautiful submission''
'''Winner and Submission Threads are stickied at the top of the page''' [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 here]</center>












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The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=826 After Action Reports and Community Role Playing Games Forum] is divided into the '''After Action Reports''' , the '''Community Games''' section and threads regarding this forum in general.
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or in short: [[AAR]]s are gathered here. There are 3 major AAR sections:
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=391 Rome: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=268 Medieval 2: Total War AARs]
#[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1052 Empire: Total War AARs]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Competitions </h4></center>
AARs for previous/or non Total War games are stored inside the 4. subforum, [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=747 AAR Competitions]. As the name already says, the [[Monthly After Action Reports Competition]], or in short: MAARC, is held here.
Each months, writers can nominate their AARs if they were at least 2 times updated in the same month. After the 4 Week nomination period, usually a 10 days voting is held to find the 3 best AARs in this month.

Winning the MAARC gets you a score/leadership points:
# place: '''4''' points
# place: '''3''' points
# place: '''2''' points
These points can be gathered to finally gain the three [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 AAR Competitions Medals!]

<center><h4 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Tale of the Week Contest </h4></center>
The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=802 Tale of the Week Contest] is a good way to boost your creativity:
Each Week a picture, often from the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Picture of the Week Contest], gets chosen and the participants write a short story, or tale about the picture, ranging from minimum 200 to 500 maximum words.

The winner of the weekly contest is awarded '''1''' point for the AAR Competitions Medals Scoreboard.
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===<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>===
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'''R'''ole '''P'''laying '''G'''ames, in short [[RPG]]s, are a complex and highly entertaining way to interact and "play" with other members on TWC.

People usually play [[Hotseat]] Campaigns. In general, all participants of one RPG choose one faction for the game and pick their characters (Family Members, Agents, etc) out of this faction. Then everyone acts out his role or character to turn a simple Total War campaign into a vivid theatre play or rather, a novel! Most RPGs have introduced a complex game system with political aspects and structures.

New Community Games are put together and proposed in the

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=968 Consulate Subforum].

Here is the list of the currently active [[RPG]]s:

#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=266 God Save the King! (A Medieval RPG)]''' A world of political strife, great battles, and ever changing allegiances. The most active RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=630 The First Triumvirate]''' Come here to Join or Host Multiplayer Campaigns and AAR’S.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=513 You Are the Senate]''' Roman RPG, second most active.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=841 Augustus!]''' RTW hotseat/PBeM game, where all or several factions are controlled by human players.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]''' An Empire Total War Interactive Campaign and Forum Role Playing Game. A new RPG.
#'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]''' Battle for Europe - lead the Prussan Empire through the turbulent 18th century in this ETW community game. A new RPG.

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Spotlight </h2></center>
===='''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]'''====
[[File:Kue2.png|200px|left]]
Kampf um Europa (Battle for Europe) is a Community RPG/AAR Campaign that pits Prussia, commanded and led by a staff of TWC members, against the turbulent Europe of the 18th Century.

At its very core lies one basic rule: the campaign is what you make of it. No player is invincible, no player is all powerful. By working with or against your fellow Officers of the Reich, you have a direct say in the operation of the Empire.

In its current form, the General Staff forms the strategic level of the Reich. The War Branch, Doctrine Branch, and Internal Branch all work together under the direction of the Chief of Staff, to set policy, run economics and research, and develop and deploy the forces of the Landheer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Deutsches Marine Korps (Marines).

Beneath them is a pool of Commissioned Officers, Admirals and Marines, who command the combat forces of the Reich in battle.

Read the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5141770#post5141770 whole introduction HERE]!



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*coming soon
*coming even sooner
*coming as soon as ETW DEMO
<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> AAR Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competition===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225827 Announcements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=175679 Rules&FAQs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=180009 Medal leaderbord points]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247145 Complete leaderboard points + TotW]
===Tutorials & Guides===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229938 Some tips for making comedic AARs]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=179540 AARtist's Group: General AAR talk, advice and Tips]

===Library===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=229960 AAR Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=164161 Tweety's Library]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254093 Rome: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254091 Medieval 2: TW AARs Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254090 Empire: TW AARs Index]
===Random===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246697 AAR Reviews: The Critic's Quill]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244252 Aster's Article Repository]
===AAR Hall of Fame===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=182728 Amazing AARs in here]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG News </h2></center>

===Recently Started Community Games===
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1169 You Are The Congress]
*New RPG: [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1145 Kampf um Europa]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> RPG Useful Links </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=194003 Discussion: What makes a good RPG?]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=198831 RPG Subforum Requirements]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232094 Discussion about RPGs and the Community]







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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==

[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=946 The Graphics Workshop] is THE place for all your artistic needs regarding:
*Picture editing and general editing '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 Tutorials]'''
*Avatar and Signature '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=68048 Requests]'''
*Your own '''Gallery''' - show off your work, earn respect and constructive criticism
*A massive '''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 Help Section]'''
*'''Content and Art Staff''': They will create everything for you:
**Banners for your mods
**Badges and other art for the Total War Center
**Constructing different page skins and more

And of course the Graphics Competition -
Each week artists race against each other to create pictures about general topics in signature style - for the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=243156 Graphics Competition Medals]!
*3 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Bronze Medal
*9 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Silver Medal
*15 wins earn you the Graphics Competition Gold Medal
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''Important members of this forum: [[Giovi]],[[y2day]],[[MarcelP]] - Art/Content Staff''

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* [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=259502 Art Staff News]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Tutorials & Help===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=949 All tutorials in one spot]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=227460 Tutorial Index]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=245571 Link Collection]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1110 The Help section]
===Others===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=207426 GW Introduction and Rules]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=217691 Propose the next Graphics Competition Themes]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=216245 The Hall of Fame]



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==<center>'''Forum Description'''</center>==
This is the place for all your Total War Games Screenshots!

The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=33 Forum] gets divided into the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1039 Weekly Competitions] and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Gallerias].
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===1. Weekly Competitions===
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Two seperate contests are being held every week:
#The '''Picture of the Week Contest''', in short PotW, allows any kinds of modifications to the original Total War picture, as long as the final picture still consists of a major Total War Screenshot part.
#The '''Unedited Screenshot of the Week Contest''', in short UESW, allows ONLY UNEDITED Total War Screenshots. The emphasis lies on the perfect shot at the perfect time.

As always, the winners of the PotW contest (not UESW!) qualify for the

'''[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Picture of the Week Medal]''':
*Bronze: 3 Wins
*Silver: 9 Wins
*Gold: 15 Wins
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===2. Galleria===
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Create your own Screenshot Gallery! Show off your pics, talent and style - earn reputation, constructive criticism, reknown and the attention of other members.
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''Important members of this forum: [[B. Ward]], PotW Manager''

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<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Useful Links </h2></center>

===Competitions===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224748 Suggestions in here]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=224737 Rules and Information]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=154963 Detailed Winner Statistics]
===Tutorials===
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185152 Massive Tutorials]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=190608 Tips on Picture Editing]

<center><h2 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Famous Galleries </h2></center>
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=137925 Official TW Video and Machinima Thread]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75965 PotW's number 1]: [[crypel]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=140788 Another Champion]: [[Toboe]]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=117257 The King of hilarious editing]: [[Argent Usher]]









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Talk:Main Page

2009-05-09T15:28:18Z

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==Mod Spotlights Discussion==

*'''''Currently the main page requires a fresh mod spotlight every month. Please discuss suggestions for this below.'''''

===May 2007===
Time for a new one, suggestions? --Perikles 15:14, 12 May 2007 (CDT)

:Anybody? Nobody...dust! --Perikles 11:06, 15 May 2007 (CDT)

::how about deus lo vult or scicillian vespers? move things away from the holy land kinda thing [[User:Jebus|Jebus]]

:::They need a 'decent' wiki article with at least one picture. I'm away for a few days now so I'll see if there are any suitable articles or suggestions when I get back. --Perikles 11:18, 16 May 2007 (CDT)

::::Neither of those has pages at the moment Sicilian Vespers forum doesn't look that easy to 'borrow' stuff from to make a page - but deus lo vult has some pretty pics and fairly clear info we could use (were you volunteering Jebus?) I did start of page for [[Stainless_Steel]] which might not be too bad - and if anyone wants something a little unholy I'm about to try and update EoD's!

:::::I know it would get a bit long but could we keep list on this page of which mods were featured and when - I'm already forgetting who's been there recently! --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 05:53, 17 May 2007 (CDT)

::::::So far we have had: [[Rise of Persia]], [[FATW]], [[Broken Crescent]], and now [[The Long Road]]. After that we can have [[Stainless Steel]]. --Perikles 05:27, 20 May 2007 (CDT)

===June 2007===

As The Long Road has been on since 20th do you think we should change at the weekend, to Stainless Steel as suggested? Two weeks in spotlight seems reasonable. --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 10:58, 1 June 2007 (CDT)

:I agree the stainless steel would look good in the spotlight -- [[User:Leonidas The Lion|Leonidas The Lion]] 13:50, 2 June 2007 (CDT)

OK, need new mod spotlight suggestion for next weekends change over - could someone suggest a good one we haven't had so far (or make new page for something) thanks --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 13:33, 11 June 2007 (CDT)

:I was sure i already posted this, apparently not though. In any case, I've always liked [[Blood Broads & Bastards]], a mod for Medieval 2. Its a fairly new article so it's quite small, but the point of the spotlight is to show off the best mods rather than the best articles i think.--[[User:Spiff|Spiff]] 17:31, 11 June 2007 (CDT)

::OK, also probably good idea to have one that isn't in hosted section. Pinched their sig, added template and links into page, if you know it well and can think of anything else to add (or to do the guys profiles) that would be good.--[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 18:37, 11 June 2007 (CDT)

Who's idea was it to rotate mod spotlight every two weeks?! anyone got any preferences for next one?
I did do page for [[The Sicilian Vespers]] which was mentioned earlier. Page isn't that wonderful though! --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 08:38, 23 June 2007 (CDT)

===July 2007===
In absence of other suggestions I'm about to put Sicilian Vespers on. Could do with more participation in this - unless you want to be seeing a lot of End of Days! --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 03:00, 1 July 2007 (CDT)
:How about [[Aevum Fidei]] for the next one? It's not released but they have been working on own page which is nice :) --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 01:03, 7 July 2007 (CDT)
Aevum Fidei is up, suggest possibly [[Invasio Barbarorum]] next (released RTW mod) as they have been putting a lot of work into page etc. could do with more suggestions for released M2TW mods though...-[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 00:02, 16 July 2007 (CDT)

[[Invasio Barbarorum]] is up - if no-one helps come up with some suggestions for future spotlights, I really am going to put End of Days on it and leave it there till someone VonC's me -[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 00:44, 29 July 2007 (CDT)

Kisses! [[User:Professor420|Professor420]] 14:17, 1 August 2007 (CDT)
:LOL , thanks but I'm about to revert that! we were trying to keep spots on for two weeks and IB only just started - will pinch your EOD version from history for next one if there isn't anything else in queue, have been avoiding putting EoD on as I'm involved, but it probably deserves a turn (especially as page is nice ;P) -[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 14:25, 1 August 2007 (CDT)
::Oh my bad, I read Aevum Fidei as Ivasio, didn't realize it was only so recent. - [[User:Professor420|Professor420]] 17:05, 1 August 2007 (CDT)

===August 2007===
Due to request sent to me and due to fact its a nice new page for a released M2 mod [[PRO DEO ET REGE]] is going on when IB's had its two weeks, if no-one has any objections. --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 13:53, 6 August 2007 (CDT)

===September 2007===
I think we should have a new spotlight by now.. also since we have a new front page. Any ideas? Apparently [[Deus lo Vult]] 4.0 has just been released (that new recently released mods cell is handy..)--[[User:Spiff|Spiff]] 09:54, 11 September 2007 (CDT)

===December 2007===
Hmm, Arthurian would appear to have been in mod spotlight since September. If no-one else claims spot quick I'm going to pinch it for Multi-Mod Sampler, http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=2497655#post2497655 which does at least promote various different mods. -[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 11:16, 21 December 2007 (CST)

===March 2008===
The Multi-Mod Sampler has been out there for a long time. Perhaps it's time for a change? I was thinking maybe one of the newest mods? Broken Crescent?

-[[User:Scorch|Scorch]] 23:01, 16 February 2008 (CST)

:Should we be taking initiative and change the spotlight or should we wait for you(scorch) to do so? --[[User:Roy34543|Roy34543]] 23:38, 16 February 2008 (CST)

::Well I was planning that, since we were going to be working on a monthly basis from now on (as was done previously, since the modding spotlight has been neglected, lately), that we'd wait until March 1st to change it, then change it on the 1st of every month. So I'd say wait until then and see if Makanyane has an opinion to add.
::[[User:Scorch|Scorch]] 00:06, 17 February 2008 (CST)

===August/September 2008===
Is anyone still paying attention to this? Lycan Rising has been on way too long, even though I say it myself... could someone put something else up that has a decent Wiki page? -[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 20:18, 28 August 2008 (UTC)

===April 2009===
<nowiki>*Cough*</nowiki> For King and Country has been on since last October - any ideas? "News" section looks slightly pre-empire release too... -[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 10:15, 16 April 2009 (UTC)
:I suppose an ETW mod would be good; [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247650 Imperial Splendour] seems quite nice, although I have not tried it myself as I don't have ETW yet. '''[[User:I Am Herenow|<font color="#006600">I Am Herenow</font>]]''' <sup>'''[[User_talk:I Am Herenow|<font color="#CC6600">t</font>]] / [[Special:Contributions/I Am Herenow|<font color="#CC6600">c</font>]]</sup>''' 08:43, 17 April 2009 (UTC)
::I would rather like to see a major mod like Third Age being put in that space. But Mak is right, King and Country has to leave >:( Oh and I'm going berserk on the wiki atm, I hope nobody minds. [[User:Mollsomg|Mollsomg]] 15:31, 5 May 2009 (UTC)
:::Third Age sounds like good idea, embarrassingly it doesn't seem to be mentioned anywhere on wiki yet. We started off trying to use spotlight for mods that had nice page on wiki, but at the moment anything to get that section refreshed would be good! Nice to see someone working on this :) -[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 15:53, 5 May 2009 (UTC)
::::It is done! [[User:Mollsomg|Mollsomg]] 07:29, 6 May 2009 (UTC)

== General Updates Discussion ==

*'''''Post your suggestions here, please avoid making large changes to the front page without first gaining permission of the Wiki Editor, or a general consensus of contributors.'''''

Someone mentioned to me that the week commencing date on the front page should be commencing from a Sunday not a Monday - anyone have any objection to it changing to that system?

Also if anyone doesn't fancy doing DIY editing of front page could they dump ideas for news changes etc. in here? --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 11:03, 1 June 2007 (CDT)

Regarding the Mod Spotlight image, it occurred to me today that it the image size should probably be standardised to prevent the image overlapping onto the news section below in the future. An embedded image set to a specific size would have probably done the trick, but it looks pretty ugly against the colour of the background, so I've left it as a standard image for now (though i shrunk it a bit and added a border with matching colour). --[[User:Spiff|Spiff]] 12:45, 17 July 2007 (CDT)

:Thanks Spiff. Think there might be some differences in how things display between browsers. Old size looked fine to me and don't understand what you meant about overlap, could you view the old version from history and give link to screenie somewhere? Also as its similar does [[Medieval_2:_Total_War]] look right to you? --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 18:00, 17 July 2007 (CDT)

::Hmm this is what i mean [http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b4/Callum_Ogden/Overlappish.jpg] (sorry apparently photobucket resizes images now). I run my desktop at 1400x1050 and the old image kind of fell down onto the news section below it. It will depend on the resolution the page is viewed at more than anything i suppose. Also that Medieval 2 page looks fantastic to me.--[[User:Spiff|Spiff]] 18:45, 17 July 2007 (CDT)

:::Ah that explains re-checked mine which was [http://img530.imageshack.us/img530/2457/squishedgh8.jpg], smaller does look better anyway as text is now less squished on mine. I just couldn't work out how it had got into news section. Must depend on size of pic, relative to amount of text, relative to screen resolution, which would be fun to work out permutations for! Current revised size (about 320 x 180 pixels) looks like good bet so will aim to stick to that. --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 19:09, 17 July 2007 (CDT)

=== Picture of the week? ===

I had planned on updating the main page to this: http://www.twcenter.net/wiki/Spiff_test, i was wondering if anyone had any thoughts? If no one really thinks it looks worthwhile then ill just leave things as they are for now.--[[User:Spiff|Spiff]] 14:25, 10 March 2008 (CDT)

:Looks good, not sure if it could do with a bit more space though, how about swapping it with the TW News section in the middle column, which doesn't get much action in it. Or even put the PotW where Mod spotlight is, Mod spotlight under it and shift the news section to the right.... then the bit that should change most often is given the most prominent spot in the middle? -[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 16:11, 10 March 2008 (CDT)

::Im not sure if it would look too good in the middle, its kind of a small thing and doesn't take up enough space to justify that amount. The most prominent bit i tend to think of is the top of the page, probably top right - at least that's where i figure my eye would be drawn to. Since i cant really put it at the very top right, i figured one down would be best --[[User:Spiff|Spiff]] 18:01, 10 March 2008 (CDT)

Anyone want to change the title of Marquis de Sade to Octy?

== A New Style? ==

I was considering the portal style templates used on the [[Modding_Portal]] page, perhaps it would be a good idea to use this format for information
on the front page? Essentially we could have 2, one which replicates the current table which was recently added with regard to modding tools etc, and another below it regarding the Total War community. -Spiff

:As purely personal opinion I think idea could work, would you be able to do bit of draft using the Modding Portal page? so more complete version can be seen - also wasn't sure about that one in terms of colour / style as it seems a bit alien from rest of wiki pages and side bars atm, would you propose changing that? -Mak.

::Well since i was up late tonight anyway, i wrote up and half finished a possible new outline over at [[Spiff_test]] - let me know what you think. It doesn't use the modding portal template, i borrowed the style from another wiki (first one i found on google that looked good). On the plus side, it is easy to edit/understand. -Spiff

:::Good to see it implemented. A thread should be pinned in the Medieval2 Mod Workshop forum (or somewhere similar) saying that the wiki is a good place to start for tutorials and such --[[User:Spiff|Spiff]] 10:26, 17 April 2007 (CDT)

::::I did add a note in the Tutorial section http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=92488. under Trajan's pin so we shouldn't do any-more spamming in that specific section. Could try in the workshop as well but don't overstate the case, we're still rather light on content, so need balance between advice to look here and appeal for help adding content. [[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 11:05, 17 April 2007 (CDT)

May I proudly announce that TWC's 5. Portal has taken it's place on the main page? :) [[User:Mollsomg|Mollsomg]] 15:27, 9 May 2009 (UTC)

=== Re-designing Left Side of Main Page? ===
Something to discuss amongst the Wiki people, but I think the left bar could use a thorough re-thinking and design. It hasn't been of much use to date, can something else go there instead? Maybe links to how to better help the Wiki? Since this is a wiki for a forum-centric site, most of the impetus to fix comes from the site and not directly from the Wiki, so I think... something, not sure what. Its late. Anyway, I'd suggest replacing High Quality Articles with a small article spotlight for the week so there is some sort of turnover, and the rest can be important Wiki links. I think things like the FAQ and ToS should be linked to from the main Wiki page, as well as the Modding Portal and Say Cheese Index and other central "hubs" that are on the Wiki and nowhere else. Maybe some Most Wanted articles on the bottom, but (maybe this is where the forum-centric comes into play), I don't see what can really go there that someone not coming from the forum for a specific reason could contribute. - [[User:Professor420|Professor420]] 00:55, 1 September 2007 (CDT)
:agreeing with that in principle, in terms of detail, see what Scorch and others come up with as suggestions - all the bits that need regular updating really need an individual to agree to look after them to make sure they actually happen, in past we've decided it would be nice idea to have most recent...blah, but then it doesn't get updated! What I'd personally like to see really prominent in that side bar is links to portals [[:Category:Portals]] those two for M2 and RTW (or whatever they become), could start something for ETW Portal (though its only got the one page atm), the [[Modding_Portal]] as soon as its populated, and could probably do with a [[TWC Portal]] as well to organise entrance to that area a bit better. Could even shift some of the most wanted / most popular stuff to a "Wiki User Portal" ala: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Community_Portal, to give link in to the stuff in [http://www.twcenter.net/w/index.php?title=Special%3AAllpages&from=&namespace=4 TWC Wiki:] - that depends if that side is worth developing, the fact that this IS forum centric makes it a struggle to get people to use that sort of area! -[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 01:25, 1 September 2007 (CDT)

== General talk/off topic ==

Oh my god... You have any forums left professor? I heard that you were banned from SCC as well... What are you going to do?

:Also stupid as I am, who is Besin and what exactly is ogres. Is it like EZboard? Also does anyone rank above Besim?-Angmar nite

::Yes, I was banned from SCC in similar circumstances. An administrator that was extremely detached from the community, who refused to listen to his members, and was destroying his site. And where is SCC now? Its lost its hosted mods and its lost its moderators and many of its members. Before you speak you should have an idea what you are talking about.

:::Amir created a duplicate account and claimed it was mine, and banned me. Can I be at fault for my permaban when the cause was something I didn't even do? Its what he had to do to get rid of me, because I had the support of almost all of the top 20 posters on the site, he couldn't just say 'I banned him because I didn't like him." Now shush. -Professor420

::::Holy poo diss bring out the burnage machine!
-.Socrates

Hi guys,
I found so much useful things here.
Thank you.

most of this talk doesn't seem to belong to this page anymore - could it be deleted / moved?
:off topic talk was re-organised instead
----
Can someone please change the title of the article Dorian Gray to Marquis de Sade?
:yep, done, but you should really put request on the articles discussion page not here-[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 03:02, 26 August 2007 (CDT)

===Query on TW Game===
::first time:: I'm not sure if my input/ ideas fit here but here goes..........
Has there been any thought or movement to revamp the Shogun series? if not I have a request ---- thought as to its rebuilding and re-introduction with a Korean / Chinese mod with the Asia's own 7years war between Korea & Japan with the Chinese intervention added in with there own agenda all sides had gun powder (LIMITED)in use, but only the Japanese had hangunners initially with the Koreans just stating to use cannons eventually then they put them on ships this was the time when they developed the "Turtle ship" look it up It's a great stra game mod waiting to be written. I think it would be a great mod that would get alot of attention if done right. If theres any interest in doing this please get back to me.
Thanks for the time..........hastati_ad
: Hi, have moved question down page as that section meant updates on the Wiki Page not the TW games... you're unlikely to get answers on gaming/modding discussion here its not really designed for it, try either [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=25 Medieval/Shogun forum on TWC] or [http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/forumdisplay.php?f=84 Shogun forum on Org] - there is still some life in the communities for the older games, but not a lot! -[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 02:53, 1 January 2008 (CST)

== Anti-spam bot measure added ==

I've just enabled a newly-written extension by Nick Jenkins, CommentSpam. This should significantly reduce if not eliminate the gibberish bot spam we've been getting. For now, all denials are logged at [[Special:Log]] and so should show up on [[Special:Recentchanges]] with edits and so on: if it seems to be working well, that can be disabled to stop the page from being clogged up. —[[User:Simetrical|Simetrical]] ([[User talk:Simetrical|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Simetrical|contribs]]) 13:16, 1 November 2007 (CDT)
:Testing . . . —[[User:Simetrical|Simetrical]] ([[User talk:Simetrical|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Simetrical|contribs]]) 13:35, 2 November 2007 (CDT)
:This isn't working. I have to look at it at some point. —[[User:Simetrical|Simetrical]] ([[User talk:Simetrical|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Simetrical|contribs]]) 21:03, 5 November 2007 (CST)
:Heh, actually this actual page got attacked. But yeah, this seems to be working, it just isn't catching everyone. It's blocked a couple hundred edits so far. —[[User:Simetrical|Simetrical]] ([[User talk:Simetrical|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Simetrical|contribs]]) 19:02, 17 November 2007 (CST)

== Software update ==

I've added a few months' worth of software updates. If things go wrong, PM me or post on my talk page or something. —[[User:Simetrical|Simetrical]] ([[User talk:Simetrical|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Simetrical|contribs]]) 18:01, 25 March 2008 (UTC)

Talk:Main Page

2009-05-09T15:28:04Z

Mollsomg: /* General talk/off topic */

==Mod Spotlights Discussion==

*'''''Currently the main page requires a fresh mod spotlight every month. Please discuss suggestions for this below.'''''

===May 2007===
Time for a new one, suggestions? --Perikles 15:14, 12 May 2007 (CDT)

:Anybody? Nobody...dust! --Perikles 11:06, 15 May 2007 (CDT)

::how about deus lo vult or scicillian vespers? move things away from the holy land kinda thing [[User:Jebus|Jebus]]

:::They need a 'decent' wiki article with at least one picture. I'm away for a few days now so I'll see if there are any suitable articles or suggestions when I get back. --Perikles 11:18, 16 May 2007 (CDT)

::::Neither of those has pages at the moment Sicilian Vespers forum doesn't look that easy to 'borrow' stuff from to make a page - but deus lo vult has some pretty pics and fairly clear info we could use (were you volunteering Jebus?) I did start of page for [[Stainless_Steel]] which might not be too bad - and if anyone wants something a little unholy I'm about to try and update EoD's!

:::::I know it would get a bit long but could we keep list on this page of which mods were featured and when - I'm already forgetting who's been there recently! --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 05:53, 17 May 2007 (CDT)

::::::So far we have had: [[Rise of Persia]], [[FATW]], [[Broken Crescent]], and now [[The Long Road]]. After that we can have [[Stainless Steel]]. --Perikles 05:27, 20 May 2007 (CDT)

===June 2007===

As The Long Road has been on since 20th do you think we should change at the weekend, to Stainless Steel as suggested? Two weeks in spotlight seems reasonable. --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 10:58, 1 June 2007 (CDT)

:I agree the stainless steel would look good in the spotlight -- [[User:Leonidas The Lion|Leonidas The Lion]] 13:50, 2 June 2007 (CDT)

OK, need new mod spotlight suggestion for next weekends change over - could someone suggest a good one we haven't had so far (or make new page for something) thanks --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 13:33, 11 June 2007 (CDT)

:I was sure i already posted this, apparently not though. In any case, I've always liked [[Blood Broads & Bastards]], a mod for Medieval 2. Its a fairly new article so it's quite small, but the point of the spotlight is to show off the best mods rather than the best articles i think.--[[User:Spiff|Spiff]] 17:31, 11 June 2007 (CDT)

::OK, also probably good idea to have one that isn't in hosted section. Pinched their sig, added template and links into page, if you know it well and can think of anything else to add (or to do the guys profiles) that would be good.--[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 18:37, 11 June 2007 (CDT)

Who's idea was it to rotate mod spotlight every two weeks?! anyone got any preferences for next one?
I did do page for [[The Sicilian Vespers]] which was mentioned earlier. Page isn't that wonderful though! --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 08:38, 23 June 2007 (CDT)

===July 2007===
In absence of other suggestions I'm about to put Sicilian Vespers on. Could do with more participation in this - unless you want to be seeing a lot of End of Days! --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 03:00, 1 July 2007 (CDT)
:How about [[Aevum Fidei]] for the next one? It's not released but they have been working on own page which is nice :) --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 01:03, 7 July 2007 (CDT)
Aevum Fidei is up, suggest possibly [[Invasio Barbarorum]] next (released RTW mod) as they have been putting a lot of work into page etc. could do with more suggestions for released M2TW mods though...-[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 00:02, 16 July 2007 (CDT)

[[Invasio Barbarorum]] is up - if no-one helps come up with some suggestions for future spotlights, I really am going to put End of Days on it and leave it there till someone VonC's me -[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 00:44, 29 July 2007 (CDT)

Kisses! [[User:Professor420|Professor420]] 14:17, 1 August 2007 (CDT)
:LOL , thanks but I'm about to revert that! we were trying to keep spots on for two weeks and IB only just started - will pinch your EOD version from history for next one if there isn't anything else in queue, have been avoiding putting EoD on as I'm involved, but it probably deserves a turn (especially as page is nice ;P) -[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 14:25, 1 August 2007 (CDT)
::Oh my bad, I read Aevum Fidei as Ivasio, didn't realize it was only so recent. - [[User:Professor420|Professor420]] 17:05, 1 August 2007 (CDT)

===August 2007===
Due to request sent to me and due to fact its a nice new page for a released M2 mod [[PRO DEO ET REGE]] is going on when IB's had its two weeks, if no-one has any objections. --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 13:53, 6 August 2007 (CDT)

===September 2007===
I think we should have a new spotlight by now.. also since we have a new front page. Any ideas? Apparently [[Deus lo Vult]] 4.0 has just been released (that new recently released mods cell is handy..)--[[User:Spiff|Spiff]] 09:54, 11 September 2007 (CDT)

===December 2007===
Hmm, Arthurian would appear to have been in mod spotlight since September. If no-one else claims spot quick I'm going to pinch it for Multi-Mod Sampler, http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?p=2497655#post2497655 which does at least promote various different mods. -[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 11:16, 21 December 2007 (CST)

===March 2008===
The Multi-Mod Sampler has been out there for a long time. Perhaps it's time for a change? I was thinking maybe one of the newest mods? Broken Crescent?

-[[User:Scorch|Scorch]] 23:01, 16 February 2008 (CST)

:Should we be taking initiative and change the spotlight or should we wait for you(scorch) to do so? --[[User:Roy34543|Roy34543]] 23:38, 16 February 2008 (CST)

::Well I was planning that, since we were going to be working on a monthly basis from now on (as was done previously, since the modding spotlight has been neglected, lately), that we'd wait until March 1st to change it, then change it on the 1st of every month. So I'd say wait until then and see if Makanyane has an opinion to add.
::[[User:Scorch|Scorch]] 00:06, 17 February 2008 (CST)

===August/September 2008===
Is anyone still paying attention to this? Lycan Rising has been on way too long, even though I say it myself... could someone put something else up that has a decent Wiki page? -[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 20:18, 28 August 2008 (UTC)

===April 2009===
<nowiki>*Cough*</nowiki> For King and Country has been on since last October - any ideas? "News" section looks slightly pre-empire release too... -[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 10:15, 16 April 2009 (UTC)
:I suppose an ETW mod would be good; [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247650 Imperial Splendour] seems quite nice, although I have not tried it myself as I don't have ETW yet. '''[[User:I Am Herenow|<font color="#006600">I Am Herenow</font>]]''' <sup>'''[[User_talk:I Am Herenow|<font color="#CC6600">t</font>]] / [[Special:Contributions/I Am Herenow|<font color="#CC6600">c</font>]]</sup>''' 08:43, 17 April 2009 (UTC)
::I would rather like to see a major mod like Third Age being put in that space. But Mak is right, King and Country has to leave >:( Oh and I'm going berserk on the wiki atm, I hope nobody minds. [[User:Mollsomg|Mollsomg]] 15:31, 5 May 2009 (UTC)
:::Third Age sounds like good idea, embarrassingly it doesn't seem to be mentioned anywhere on wiki yet. We started off trying to use spotlight for mods that had nice page on wiki, but at the moment anything to get that section refreshed would be good! Nice to see someone working on this :) -[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 15:53, 5 May 2009 (UTC)
::::It is done! [[User:Mollsomg|Mollsomg]] 07:29, 6 May 2009 (UTC)

== General Updates Discussion ==

*'''''Post your suggestions here, please avoid making large changes to the front page without first gaining permission of the Wiki Editor, or a general consensus of contributors.'''''

Someone mentioned to me that the week commencing date on the front page should be commencing from a Sunday not a Monday - anyone have any objection to it changing to that system?

Also if anyone doesn't fancy doing DIY editing of front page could they dump ideas for news changes etc. in here? --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 11:03, 1 June 2007 (CDT)

Regarding the Mod Spotlight image, it occurred to me today that it the image size should probably be standardised to prevent the image overlapping onto the news section below in the future. An embedded image set to a specific size would have probably done the trick, but it looks pretty ugly against the colour of the background, so I've left it as a standard image for now (though i shrunk it a bit and added a border with matching colour). --[[User:Spiff|Spiff]] 12:45, 17 July 2007 (CDT)

:Thanks Spiff. Think there might be some differences in how things display between browsers. Old size looked fine to me and don't understand what you meant about overlap, could you view the old version from history and give link to screenie somewhere? Also as its similar does [[Medieval_2:_Total_War]] look right to you? --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 18:00, 17 July 2007 (CDT)

::Hmm this is what i mean [http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b4/Callum_Ogden/Overlappish.jpg] (sorry apparently photobucket resizes images now). I run my desktop at 1400x1050 and the old image kind of fell down onto the news section below it. It will depend on the resolution the page is viewed at more than anything i suppose. Also that Medieval 2 page looks fantastic to me.--[[User:Spiff|Spiff]] 18:45, 17 July 2007 (CDT)

:::Ah that explains re-checked mine which was [http://img530.imageshack.us/img530/2457/squishedgh8.jpg], smaller does look better anyway as text is now less squished on mine. I just couldn't work out how it had got into news section. Must depend on size of pic, relative to amount of text, relative to screen resolution, which would be fun to work out permutations for! Current revised size (about 320 x 180 pixels) looks like good bet so will aim to stick to that. --[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 19:09, 17 July 2007 (CDT)

=== Picture of the week? ===

I had planned on updating the main page to this: http://www.twcenter.net/wiki/Spiff_test, i was wondering if anyone had any thoughts? If no one really thinks it looks worthwhile then ill just leave things as they are for now.--[[User:Spiff|Spiff]] 14:25, 10 March 2008 (CDT)

:Looks good, not sure if it could do with a bit more space though, how about swapping it with the TW News section in the middle column, which doesn't get much action in it. Or even put the PotW where Mod spotlight is, Mod spotlight under it and shift the news section to the right.... then the bit that should change most often is given the most prominent spot in the middle? -[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 16:11, 10 March 2008 (CDT)

::Im not sure if it would look too good in the middle, its kind of a small thing and doesn't take up enough space to justify that amount. The most prominent bit i tend to think of is the top of the page, probably top right - at least that's where i figure my eye would be drawn to. Since i cant really put it at the very top right, i figured one down would be best --[[User:Spiff|Spiff]] 18:01, 10 March 2008 (CDT)

Anyone want to change the title of Marquis de Sade to Octy?

== A New Style? ==

I was considering the portal style templates used on the [[Modding_Portal]] page, perhaps it would be a good idea to use this format for information
on the front page? Essentially we could have 2, one which replicates the current table which was recently added with regard to modding tools etc, and another below it regarding the Total War community. -Spiff

:As purely personal opinion I think idea could work, would you be able to do bit of draft using the Modding Portal page? so more complete version can be seen - also wasn't sure about that one in terms of colour / style as it seems a bit alien from rest of wiki pages and side bars atm, would you propose changing that? -Mak.

::Well since i was up late tonight anyway, i wrote up and half finished a possible new outline over at [[Spiff_test]] - let me know what you think. It doesn't use the modding portal template, i borrowed the style from another wiki (first one i found on google that looked good). On the plus side, it is easy to edit/understand. -Spiff

:::Good to see it implemented. A thread should be pinned in the Medieval2 Mod Workshop forum (or somewhere similar) saying that the wiki is a good place to start for tutorials and such --[[User:Spiff|Spiff]] 10:26, 17 April 2007 (CDT)

::::I did add a note in the Tutorial section http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=92488. under Trajan's pin so we shouldn't do any-more spamming in that specific section. Could try in the workshop as well but don't overstate the case, we're still rather light on content, so need balance between advice to look here and appeal for help adding content. [[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 11:05, 17 April 2007 (CDT)

May I proudly announce that TWC's 5. Portal has taken it's place on the main page? :) [[User:Mollsomg|Mollsomg]] 15:27, 9 May 2009 (UTC)

=== Re-designing Left Side of Main Page? ===
Something to discuss amongst the Wiki people, but I think the left bar could use a thorough re-thinking and design. It hasn't been of much use to date, can something else go there instead? Maybe links to how to better help the Wiki? Since this is a wiki for a forum-centric site, most of the impetus to fix comes from the site and not directly from the Wiki, so I think... something, not sure what. Its late. Anyway, I'd suggest replacing High Quality Articles with a small article spotlight for the week so there is some sort of turnover, and the rest can be important Wiki links. I think things like the FAQ and ToS should be linked to from the main Wiki page, as well as the Modding Portal and Say Cheese Index and other central "hubs" that are on the Wiki and nowhere else. Maybe some Most Wanted articles on the bottom, but (maybe this is where the forum-centric comes into play), I don't see what can really go there that someone not coming from the forum for a specific reason could contribute. - [[User:Professor420|Professor420]] 00:55, 1 September 2007 (CDT)
:agreeing with that in principle, in terms of detail, see what Scorch and others come up with as suggestions - all the bits that need regular updating really need an individual to agree to look after them to make sure they actually happen, in past we've decided it would be nice idea to have most recent...blah, but then it doesn't get updated! What I'd personally like to see really prominent in that side bar is links to portals [[:Category:Portals]] those two for M2 and RTW (or whatever they become), could start something for ETW Portal (though its only got the one page atm), the [[Modding_Portal]] as soon as its populated, and could probably do with a [[TWC Portal]] as well to organise entrance to that area a bit better. Could even shift some of the most wanted / most popular stuff to a "Wiki User Portal" ala: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Community_Portal, to give link in to the stuff in [http://www.twcenter.net/w/index.php?title=Special%3AAllpages&from=&namespace=4 TWC Wiki:] - that depends if that side is worth developing, the fact that this IS forum centric makes it a struggle to get people to use that sort of area! -[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 01:25, 1 September 2007 (CDT)

== General talk/off topic ==

May I proudly announce that TWC's 5. Portal has taken it's place on the main page? :) [[User:Mollsomg|Mollsomg]] 15:27, 9 May 2009 (UTC)

Oh my god... You have any forums left professor? I heard that you were banned from SCC as well... What are you going to do?

:Also stupid as I am, who is Besin and what exactly is ogres. Is it like EZboard? Also does anyone rank above Besim?-Angmar nite

::Yes, I was banned from SCC in similar circumstances. An administrator that was extremely detached from the community, who refused to listen to his members, and was destroying his site. And where is SCC now? Its lost its hosted mods and its lost its moderators and many of its members. Before you speak you should have an idea what you are talking about.

:::Amir created a duplicate account and claimed it was mine, and banned me. Can I be at fault for my permaban when the cause was something I didn't even do? Its what he had to do to get rid of me, because I had the support of almost all of the top 20 posters on the site, he couldn't just say 'I banned him because I didn't like him." Now shush. -Professor420

::::Holy poo diss bring out the burnage machine!
-.Socrates

Hi guys,
I found so much useful things here.
Thank you.

most of this talk doesn't seem to belong to this page anymore - could it be deleted / moved?
:off topic talk was re-organised instead
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Can someone please change the title of the article Dorian Gray to Marquis de Sade?
:yep, done, but you should really put request on the articles discussion page not here-[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 03:02, 26 August 2007 (CDT)

===Query on TW Game===
::first time:: I'm not sure if my input/ ideas fit here but here goes..........
Has there been any thought or movement to revamp the Shogun series? if not I have a request ---- thought as to its rebuilding and re-introduction with a Korean / Chinese mod with the Asia's own 7years war between Korea & Japan with the Chinese intervention added in with there own agenda all sides had gun powder (LIMITED)in use, but only the Japanese had hangunners initially with the Koreans just stating to use cannons eventually then they put them on ships this was the time when they developed the "Turtle ship" look it up It's a great stra game mod waiting to be written. I think it would be a great mod that would get alot of attention if done right. If theres any interest in doing this please get back to me.
Thanks for the time..........hastati_ad
: Hi, have moved question down page as that section meant updates on the Wiki Page not the TW games... you're unlikely to get answers on gaming/modding discussion here its not really designed for it, try either [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=25 Medieval/Shogun forum on TWC] or [http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/forumdisplay.php?f=84 Shogun forum on Org] - there is still some life in the communities for the older games, but not a lot! -[[User:Makanyane|Makanyane]] 02:53, 1 January 2008 (CST)

== Anti-spam bot measure added ==

I've just enabled a newly-written extension by Nick Jenkins, CommentSpam. This should significantly reduce if not eliminate the gibberish bot spam we've been getting. For now, all denials are logged at [[Special:Log]] and so should show up on [[Special:Recentchanges]] with edits and so on: if it seems to be working well, that can be disabled to stop the page from being clogged up. —[[User:Simetrical|Simetrical]] ([[User talk:Simetrical|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Simetrical|contribs]]) 13:16, 1 November 2007 (CDT)
:Testing . . . —[[User:Simetrical|Simetrical]] ([[User talk:Simetrical|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Simetrical|contribs]]) 13:35, 2 November 2007 (CDT)
:This isn't working. I have to look at it at some point. —[[User:Simetrical|Simetrical]] ([[User talk:Simetrical|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Simetrical|contribs]]) 21:03, 5 November 2007 (CST)
:Heh, actually this actual page got attacked. But yeah, this seems to be working, it just isn't catching everyone. It's blocked a couple hundred edits so far. —[[User:Simetrical|Simetrical]] ([[User talk:Simetrical|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Simetrical|contribs]]) 19:02, 17 November 2007 (CST)

== Software update ==

I've added a few months' worth of software updates. If things go wrong, PM me or post on my talk page or something. —[[User:Simetrical|Simetrical]] ([[User talk:Simetrical|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Simetrical|contribs]]) 18:01, 25 March 2008 (UTC)

Talk:Main Page

2009-05-09T15:27:17Z

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Main Page

2009-05-09T15:25:58Z

Mollsomg: /* The Information Hub For TWC's Artists! */

<center>[[TWC_Wiki:Help_Desk| Help Desk]] • [[Special:Popularpages|Popular Pages]] • [[TWC Official:Terms of Service|TWC Terms of Service]] • [[TWC:FAQ|TWC Frequently Asked Questions]] • [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=9 Discuss the Wiki on TWC]</center>

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*[[Modding Portal|'''The Modding Portal:''']]
:*[[Modding:Art|'''Art''']]
:*[[Modding:Coding|'''Coding''']]
:*[[Modding:Mapping|'''Mapping''']]
*[[Modding:Tutorial list|'''List of all Modding Tutorials''']]
*'''[[:Category:Modding|Wiki Modding Articles]]'''
:*'''[[:Category: MTW2Modding|Medieval II Wiki Modding Articles]]'''
:*'''[[:Category:RTWModding|Rome & Barbarian Invasion Wiki Modding Articles]]'''
:*'''[[:Category:RTW Files|Artcles on RTW/BI Text Files]]'''
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=== Overview: ===
*[[Empire: Total War Portal|Empire: Total War Portal]]
*[[Empire: Total War|General Overview]]

=== Information: ===
*[[:Category:ETW_Information|Gameplay Articles]]
*[[ETW_Factions|Faction List]]
*[[Empire cheats|Cheats]]

=== Modifications: ===
*[[:Category:ETW Modding|ETW Modding Resources]]
*[[:Category:ETW Mods (Released)|Released Mods for Empire]]
*[[:Category:ETW Mods (Hosted)|Hosted Mods for Empire]]

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<center>{{clickpic|Medieval 2: Total War|http://www.twcenter.net/w/images/e/ee/MedievalText2.png}}</center>
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=== Overview: ===
*[[Medieval 2: Total War|Medieval 2: Total War Portal]]
*[[Medieval_II:_Total_War_Kingdoms|Medieval 2: Total War Kingdoms Overview]]

=== Information: ===
*[[Factions in Medieval 2|Faction List]]
*[[:Category:Medieval 2 Information|Gameplay Information]]
*[[Medieval II Patches|Latest Patches]]
*[[Medieval II cheats|Cheats]]

=== Modifications: ===
*[[:Category:MTW2_Mods|Released Mods for M2TW]]
*[[:Category:TWC_Hosted_Modifications_-_MTW2|Hosted Mods for M2TW]]
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<center>{{clickpic|Rome: Total War Portal|http://www.twcenter.net/w/images/b/b8/RomeText.png}}</center>
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=== Overview: ===
*[[Rome: Total War Portal|Rome: Total War Portal]]
*[[Barbarian Invasion|Barbarian Invasion Overview]]
*[[Alexander|Alexander Overview]]
=== Information: ===
*[[RTW_Factions|Faction List]]

=== Modifications: ===
*[[:Category:RTW Mods (Released)|Released Mods for Rome]]
*[[:Category:BI Mods (Released)|Released Mods for Barbarian Invasion]]
*[[:Category:Alexander Mods (Released)|Released Mods for RTW:Alexander]]
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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Recently Released Mods </h3>

== [[:Category:ETW_Mods_(Released)|Empire: Total War]] ==
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246153 DarthMod Empire Commander Edition 1.7]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=255746 A Proper Empire v1.2.2]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247656 Imperial Splendour v1.071]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=252117 IMPERIUM GLOBALE v1.01]

== [[:Category:M2TW Mods|Medieval 2: Total War]] ==
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=253981 Third Age: Total War 1.0]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=253378 Chivalry II: The Sicilian Vespers 3.3]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=256803 Westeros: Total War for Kingdoms Beta v0.53 Beta]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=206670 For King and Country 1.5]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=241614 Better Grass 1.0]

== [[:Category:RTW Mods (Released)|Rome: Total War]] ==
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=256432 Amazon: Total War 2.5]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244059 Sparta: Total War III]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=240602 The Fourth Age: Total War - The Lost Legion]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225855 Thrace: The Serpent Reborn]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=257106 Viking Invasion II 1.7]
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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Modding Spotlight </h3>

== [[Third Age: Total War]] ==
[[Image:Thirdagetotalwarbannerc.jpg|center|300px|TATW Screenshot]]

[[Third Age: Total War]] is a [[Medieval II: Total War Kingdoms]] total conversation about the conflicts in Middle-earth at the end of the Third Age.

Play in a relentless war of Good against Evil and fight for domination over your enemies - free the people of Middle-earth or enslave them! Lead the heavily armoured Gondorian knights into battle, take your axe and fight with the Dwarves to regain their homelands, or serve the Dark Lord Sauron and surpress any foes with the sheer mass of your servants!

The mod features a extensive historically accurate map of Middle-earth as it was in the Third Age, including 114 settlements taken straight from Middle-earth lore and completed with several fictional locations as well as famous places like the Black Gate, Minas Tirith and many more. The units have been created with lovely detail, and will make every battle seem like a sequel to the famous Lord of the Rings movie triology.

A new campaign, battle AI and unit recruitment based on a cultural level as well as regional recruitment will make the player's life much harder.
Play with all important factions of the Third Age, including Gondor, Rohan, High and Silvan Elves, Dwarves, Eriador, Dale, Isengard, Mordor, Rhun, Harad and the Orcs of the Misty Mountains, each with it's own strenghts and weaknesses.

Finally a completely new look of the game, featuring almost complete rework of the 2D and 3D design, tons of new sounds and of course the Lord of the Rings movie soundtrack will create a breathtaking game experience for the player.

This modification comes with an installer and is completely mod-foldered.

Look at [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254877 the Screenshots...]
What are you waiting for? [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=253976 DOWNLOAD IT!]

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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Arts Portal </h3>
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==='''The Information Hub For TWC's Artists!'''===
</center>

*'''After Action Reports'''
*'''Graphics Workshop'''
*'''Picture of the Week'''
*'''Community Role Playing Games'''

<center>
All weekly competitions in '''one spot'''

All Tutorials, Guides, Links in '''one spot'''

Enter TWC's '''5. Portal'''

'''Click on the banner'''

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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Help the TWC Wiki </h3>

=== [[:Special:Wantedpages|Most Wanted Articles:]] ===
*[[Skymod]]
*[[Descr sounds units anims.txt]]
*[[Export descr sounds units battle events.txt]]
*[[Export descr sounds stratmap voice.txt]]

=== [[:Category:Stubs|Short articles in need of expansion:]] ===
*[[Admiral]]
*[[Diplomat]]
*[[May 2005 crisis]]
*[[The Crusades Campaign]]
*[[The Americas Campaign]]

=== [[:Category:Cleanup|Articles in need of Cleanup:]] ===
*[[Total War]]
*[[Shogun: Total War]]
*[[Medieval: Total War]]

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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Total War News</h3>

== EMPIRE: TOTAL WAR ==
'''

'''Update and Information'''

Time to update this page about SEGA and CA's latest installment to the award winning Total War franchise, '''Empire: Total War'''!

Since the release of the game, the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=470 Empire: TW forums] on Total War Center have seen a rush of new members, who quickly brought the first impressions and modifications with them. The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1073 E:TW modification forums] are booming, and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1071 first major overhaul mods] have already been released!

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Be sure to read and join the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=469 General Discussion] about E:TW.

Take a look at the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232145 Screenshot thread] to see how the newest Total War game looks like! If you are interested in more community screenshots, visit the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Picture of the Week Forum], browse the galleries to find masterfully edited E:TW screenshots.

For previews and articles regarding features such as the Campaign Map, Diplomacy, Agents, Continents and more TWC recommends Issues 192 and 193 of PC Gamer magazine which contain screenshots and exclusive insider's information. Here is one tantalizing tidbit:

[http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=170570 CVG.com]

For the latest screenshots and video posts featuring naval combat, duelling and field action, read the section below.

'''

== '''Empire: Total War Previews and Media''' ==

*[http://www.totalwar.com/empire/gallery/videos.php All 5 Preview Videos, AI Tactics Videos, Trailers and more!]
*[http://www.totalwar.com/empire/gallery/screenshots.php?c=campaign,land,naval Official Screenshots to feast your eyes on!]

Visit the [http://www.totalwar.com official site] for more.

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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Total War Community </h3>

=== <center>[[Total War Center|The Total War Center:]]</center> ===

<center> [[Total_War_Center_History|History of TWC]] '''|''' [[:Category: Famous Characters|Famous Members of TWC]] '''|''' [[:Category:TWC_Hosted_Modifications|Hosted Mods on TWC]] '''|''' [[:Category:Total War Center Information|Information on TWC]]</center>

==== <center>[[:Category:Total War Center Publications|Publications:]]</center> ====

<center>[[Helios|The Helios]] '''|''' [[Podcast|Podcasts]] '''|''' [[Eagle_Standard|The Eagle Standard]] '''|''' [[Scriptorium|The Scriptorium]] </center>

==== <center>[[:TWC:Ranks|Ranks on TWC:]]</center> ====

<center>[[Citizen|Citizen]] '''|''' [[:Category:Civitate|Civitate]] '''|''' [[:Category:Artifex|Artifex]] '''|''' [[Moderator]] '''|''' [[Global Moderator]] '''|''' [[Administrator]]</center>

<center> [[Opifex]] '''|''' [[Divus]] '''|''' [[Curator|Syntagma Curator]] '''|''' [[Modding_Registrar|Modding Registrar]] '''|''' [[Wiki_Project_Editor|Wiki Project Editor]]</center>

==== <center>[[Curia|The Curia:]]</center> ====

<center>[[TWC Official:Constitution|The Constitution]] '''|''' [[Consilium_de_Civitate|Consilium de Civitate]] '''|''' [[Houses_of_TWC|Houses of TWC]] '''|''' [[Community_Medals|Community Medals]]</center>

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=== <center>Popular Fansites:</center> ===

<center>[[:Category: Fansites|All Total War Fansites]] '''|''' [[Total War Center]] '''|''' [[The Guild]] '''|''' [[Total Realism Forums]] '''|''' [[Official Forums]] '''|''' [[Total_War_Heaven|Total War Heaven]] '''|''' [[Strat_Command_Center|Strat Command Center]]</center>

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* Consult the [http://meta.wikipedia.org/wiki/MediaWiki_User%27s_Guide User's Guide] for information on using the wiki software.
* [http://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Help:Configuration_settings Configuration settings list]
* [http://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Help:FAQ MediaWiki FAQ]
* [http://mail.wikipedia.org/mailman/listinfo/mediawiki-announce MediaWiki release mailing list]
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Mollsomg: /* The Information Hub For TWC's Artists! */

<center>[[TWC_Wiki:Help_Desk| Help Desk]] • [[Special:Popularpages|Popular Pages]] • [[TWC Official:Terms of Service|TWC Terms of Service]] • [[TWC:FAQ|TWC Frequently Asked Questions]] • [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=9 Discuss the Wiki on TWC]</center>

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*[[Modding Portal|'''The Modding Portal:''']]
:*[[Modding:Art|'''Art''']]
:*[[Modding:Coding|'''Coding''']]
:*[[Modding:Mapping|'''Mapping''']]
*[[Modding:Tutorial list|'''List of all Modding Tutorials''']]
*'''[[:Category:Modding|Wiki Modding Articles]]'''
:*'''[[:Category: MTW2Modding|Medieval II Wiki Modding Articles]]'''
:*'''[[:Category:RTWModding|Rome & Barbarian Invasion Wiki Modding Articles]]'''
:*'''[[:Category:RTW Files|Artcles on RTW/BI Text Files]]'''
:*'''[[:Category:MTW2 Files|Articles on M2TW Text Files]]'''
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<center>{{clickpic|Empire: Total War Portal|http://www.twcenter.net/w/images/8/89/EmpireLogo.png}}</center>
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=== Overview: ===
*[[Empire: Total War Portal|Empire: Total War Portal]]
*[[Empire: Total War|General Overview]]

=== Information: ===
*[[:Category:ETW_Information|Gameplay Articles]]
*[[ETW_Factions|Faction List]]
*[[Empire cheats|Cheats]]

=== Modifications: ===
*[[:Category:ETW Modding|ETW Modding Resources]]
*[[:Category:ETW Mods (Released)|Released Mods for Empire]]
*[[:Category:ETW Mods (Hosted)|Hosted Mods for Empire]]

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<center>{{clickpic|Medieval 2: Total War|http://www.twcenter.net/w/images/e/ee/MedievalText2.png}}</center>
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=== Overview: ===
*[[Medieval 2: Total War|Medieval 2: Total War Portal]]
*[[Medieval_II:_Total_War_Kingdoms|Medieval 2: Total War Kingdoms Overview]]

=== Information: ===
*[[Factions in Medieval 2|Faction List]]
*[[:Category:Medieval 2 Information|Gameplay Information]]
*[[Medieval II Patches|Latest Patches]]
*[[Medieval II cheats|Cheats]]

=== Modifications: ===
*[[:Category:MTW2_Mods|Released Mods for M2TW]]
*[[:Category:TWC_Hosted_Modifications_-_MTW2|Hosted Mods for M2TW]]
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=== Overview: ===
*[[Rome: Total War Portal|Rome: Total War Portal]]
*[[Barbarian Invasion|Barbarian Invasion Overview]]
*[[Alexander|Alexander Overview]]
=== Information: ===
*[[RTW_Factions|Faction List]]

=== Modifications: ===
*[[:Category:RTW Mods (Released)|Released Mods for Rome]]
*[[:Category:BI Mods (Released)|Released Mods for Barbarian Invasion]]
*[[:Category:Alexander Mods (Released)|Released Mods for RTW:Alexander]]
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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Recently Released Mods </h3>

== [[:Category:ETW_Mods_(Released)|Empire: Total War]] ==
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246153 DarthMod Empire Commander Edition 1.7]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=255746 A Proper Empire v1.2.2]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247656 Imperial Splendour v1.071]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=252117 IMPERIUM GLOBALE v1.01]

== [[:Category:M2TW Mods|Medieval 2: Total War]] ==
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=253981 Third Age: Total War 1.0]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=253378 Chivalry II: The Sicilian Vespers 3.3]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=256803 Westeros: Total War for Kingdoms Beta v0.53 Beta]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=206670 For King and Country 1.5]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=241614 Better Grass 1.0]

== [[:Category:RTW Mods (Released)|Rome: Total War]] ==
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=256432 Amazon: Total War 2.5]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244059 Sparta: Total War III]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=240602 The Fourth Age: Total War - The Lost Legion]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225855 Thrace: The Serpent Reborn]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=257106 Viking Invasion II 1.7]
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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Modding Spotlight </h3>

== [[Third Age: Total War]] ==
[[Image:Thirdagetotalwarbannerc.jpg|center|300px|TATW Screenshot]]

[[Third Age: Total War]] is a [[Medieval II: Total War Kingdoms]] total conversation about the conflicts in Middle-earth at the end of the Third Age.

Play in a relentless war of Good against Evil and fight for domination over your enemies - free the people of Middle-earth or enslave them! Lead the heavily armoured Gondorian knights into battle, take your axe and fight with the Dwarves to regain their homelands, or serve the Dark Lord Sauron and surpress any foes with the sheer mass of your servants!

The mod features a extensive historically accurate map of Middle-earth as it was in the Third Age, including 114 settlements taken straight from Middle-earth lore and completed with several fictional locations as well as famous places like the Black Gate, Minas Tirith and many more. The units have been created with lovely detail, and will make every battle seem like a sequel to the famous Lord of the Rings movie triology.

A new campaign, battle AI and unit recruitment based on a cultural level as well as regional recruitment will make the player's life much harder.
Play with all important factions of the Third Age, including Gondor, Rohan, High and Silvan Elves, Dwarves, Eriador, Dale, Isengard, Mordor, Rhun, Harad and the Orcs of the Misty Mountains, each with it's own strenghts and weaknesses.

Finally a completely new look of the game, featuring almost complete rework of the 2D and 3D design, tons of new sounds and of course the Lord of the Rings movie soundtrack will create a breathtaking game experience for the player.

This modification comes with an installer and is completely mod-foldered.

Look at [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254877 the Screenshots...]
What are you waiting for? [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=253976 DOWNLOAD IT!]

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=== [[:Category:Stubs|Short articles in need of expansion:]] ===
*[[Admiral]]
*[[Diplomat]]
*[[May 2005 crisis]]
*[[The Crusades Campaign]]
*[[The Americas Campaign]]

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== EMPIRE: TOTAL WAR ==
'''

'''Update and Information'''

Time to update this page about SEGA and CA's latest installment to the award winning Total War franchise, '''Empire: Total War'''!

Since the release of the game, the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=470 Empire: TW forums] on Total War Center have seen a rush of new members, who quickly brought the first impressions and modifications with them. The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1073 E:TW modification forums] are booming, and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1071 first major overhaul mods] have already been released!

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Be sure to read and join the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=469 General Discussion] about E:TW.

Take a look at the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232145 Screenshot thread] to see how the newest Total War game looks like! If you are interested in more community screenshots, visit the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Picture of the Week Forum], browse the galleries to find masterfully edited E:TW screenshots.

For previews and articles regarding features such as the Campaign Map, Diplomacy, Agents, Continents and more TWC recommends Issues 192 and 193 of PC Gamer magazine which contain screenshots and exclusive insider's information. Here is one tantalizing tidbit:

[http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=170570 CVG.com]

For the latest screenshots and video posts featuring naval combat, duelling and field action, read the section below.

'''

== '''Empire: Total War Previews and Media''' ==

*[http://www.totalwar.com/empire/gallery/videos.php All 5 Preview Videos, AI Tactics Videos, Trailers and more!]
*[http://www.totalwar.com/empire/gallery/screenshots.php?c=campaign,land,naval Official Screenshots to feast your eyes on!]

Visit the [http://www.totalwar.com official site] for more.

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Mollsomg: /* The Information Hub For TWC's Artists! */

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*[[Modding Portal|'''The Modding Portal:''']]
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*[[Modding:Tutorial list|'''List of all Modding Tutorials''']]
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=== Overview: ===
*[[Empire: Total War Portal|Empire: Total War Portal]]
*[[Empire: Total War|General Overview]]

=== Information: ===
*[[:Category:ETW_Information|Gameplay Articles]]
*[[ETW_Factions|Faction List]]
*[[Empire cheats|Cheats]]

=== Modifications: ===
*[[:Category:ETW Modding|ETW Modding Resources]]
*[[:Category:ETW Mods (Released)|Released Mods for Empire]]
*[[:Category:ETW Mods (Hosted)|Hosted Mods for Empire]]

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=== Overview: ===
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*[[Medieval_II:_Total_War_Kingdoms|Medieval 2: Total War Kingdoms Overview]]

=== Information: ===
*[[Factions in Medieval 2|Faction List]]
*[[:Category:Medieval 2 Information|Gameplay Information]]
*[[Medieval II Patches|Latest Patches]]
*[[Medieval II cheats|Cheats]]

=== Modifications: ===
*[[:Category:MTW2_Mods|Released Mods for M2TW]]
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=== Overview: ===
*[[Rome: Total War Portal|Rome: Total War Portal]]
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=== Modifications: ===
*[[:Category:RTW Mods (Released)|Released Mods for Rome]]
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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Recently Released Mods </h3>

== [[:Category:ETW_Mods_(Released)|Empire: Total War]] ==
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=246153 DarthMod Empire Commander Edition 1.7]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=255746 A Proper Empire v1.2.2]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=247656 Imperial Splendour v1.071]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=252117 IMPERIUM GLOBALE v1.01]

== [[:Category:M2TW Mods|Medieval 2: Total War]] ==
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=253981 Third Age: Total War 1.0]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=253378 Chivalry II: The Sicilian Vespers 3.3]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=256803 Westeros: Total War for Kingdoms Beta v0.53 Beta]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=206670 For King and Country 1.5]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=241614 Better Grass 1.0]

== [[:Category:RTW Mods (Released)|Rome: Total War]] ==
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=256432 Amazon: Total War 2.5]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=244059 Sparta: Total War III]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=240602 The Fourth Age: Total War - The Lost Legion]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=225855 Thrace: The Serpent Reborn]
*[http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=257106 Viking Invasion II 1.7]
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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> The Modding Spotlight </h3>

== [[Third Age: Total War]] ==
[[Image:Thirdagetotalwarbannerc.jpg|center|300px|TATW Screenshot]]

[[Third Age: Total War]] is a [[Medieval II: Total War Kingdoms]] total conversation about the conflicts in Middle-earth at the end of the Third Age.

Play in a relentless war of Good against Evil and fight for domination over your enemies - free the people of Middle-earth or enslave them! Lead the heavily armoured Gondorian knights into battle, take your axe and fight with the Dwarves to regain their homelands, or serve the Dark Lord Sauron and surpress any foes with the sheer mass of your servants!

The mod features a extensive historically accurate map of Middle-earth as it was in the Third Age, including 114 settlements taken straight from Middle-earth lore and completed with several fictional locations as well as famous places like the Black Gate, Minas Tirith and many more. The units have been created with lovely detail, and will make every battle seem like a sequel to the famous Lord of the Rings movie triology.

A new campaign, battle AI and unit recruitment based on a cultural level as well as regional recruitment will make the player's life much harder.
Play with all important factions of the Third Age, including Gondor, Rohan, High and Silvan Elves, Dwarves, Eriador, Dale, Isengard, Mordor, Rhun, Harad and the Orcs of the Misty Mountains, each with it's own strenghts and weaknesses.

Finally a completely new look of the game, featuring almost complete rework of the 2D and 3D design, tons of new sounds and of course the Lord of the Rings movie soundtrack will create a breathtaking game experience for the player.

This modification comes with an installer and is completely mod-foldered.

Look at [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=254877 the Screenshots...]
What are you waiting for? [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=253976 DOWNLOAD IT!]

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<center>{{clickpic|The Arts Portal|http://www.twcenter.net/w/images/4/41/Bannerartsportal225.png}}
==='''The Information Hub For TWC's Artists!'''===
</center>

*'''After Action Reports'''
*'''Graphic Workshop'''
*'''Picture of the Week'''
*'''Community Role Playing Games'''

<center>
All weekly competitions in '''one spot'''

All Tutorials, Guides, Links in '''one spot'''

Enter TWC's '''4. Portal'''

'''Click on the banner'''

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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Help the TWC Wiki </h3>

=== [[:Special:Wantedpages|Most Wanted Articles:]] ===
*[[Skymod]]
*[[Descr sounds units anims.txt]]
*[[Export descr sounds units battle events.txt]]
*[[Export descr sounds stratmap voice.txt]]

=== [[:Category:Stubs|Short articles in need of expansion:]] ===
*[[Admiral]]
*[[Diplomat]]
*[[May 2005 crisis]]
*[[The Crusades Campaign]]
*[[The Americas Campaign]]

=== [[:Category:Cleanup|Articles in need of Cleanup:]] ===
*[[Total War]]
*[[Shogun: Total War]]
*[[Medieval: Total War]]

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<h3 style="padding:5px; background-color:#666989; color:white;"> Total War News</h3>

== EMPIRE: TOTAL WAR ==
'''

'''Update and Information'''

Time to update this page about SEGA and CA's latest installment to the award winning Total War franchise, '''Empire: Total War'''!

Since the release of the game, the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=470 Empire: TW forums] on Total War Center have seen a rush of new members, who quickly brought the first impressions and modifications with them. The [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1073 E:TW modification forums] are booming, and the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1071 first major overhaul mods] have already been released!

----

Be sure to read and join the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=469 General Discussion] about E:TW.

Take a look at the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=232145 Screenshot thread] to see how the newest Total War game looks like! If you are interested in more community screenshots, visit the [http://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1040 Picture of the Week Forum], browse the galleries to find masterfully edited E:TW screenshots.

For previews and articles regarding features such as the Campaign Map, Diplomacy, Agents, Continents and more TWC recommends Issues 192 and 193 of PC Gamer magazine which contain screenshots and exclusive insider's information. Here is one tantalizing tidbit:

[http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=170570 CVG.com]

For the latest screenshots and video posts featuring naval combat, duelling and field action, read the section below.

'''

== '''Empire: Total War Previews and Media''' ==

*[http://www.totalwar.com/empire/gallery/videos.php All 5 Preview Videos, AI Tactics Videos, Trailers and more!]
*[http://www.totalwar.com/empire/gallery/screenshots.php?c=campaign,land,naval Official Screenshots to feast your eyes on!]

Visit the [http://www.totalwar.com official site] for more.

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=== <center>[[Total War Center|The Total War Center:]]</center> ===

<center> [[Total_War_Center_History|History of TWC]] '''|''' [[:Category: Famous Characters|Famous Members of TWC]] '''|''' [[:Category:TWC_Hosted_Modifications|Hosted Mods on TWC]] '''|''' [[:Category:Total War Center Information|Information on TWC]]</center>

==== <center>[[:Category:Total War Center Publications|Publications:]]</center> ====

<center>[[Helios|The Helios]] '''|''' [[Podcast|Podcasts]] '''|''' [[Eagle_Standard|The Eagle Standard]] '''|''' [[Scriptorium|The Scriptorium]] </center>

==== <center>[[:TWC:Ranks|Ranks on TWC:]]</center> ====

<center>[[Citizen|Citizen]] '''|''' [[:Category:Civitate|Civitate]] '''|''' [[:Category:Artifex|Artifex]] '''|''' [[Moderator]] '''|''' [[Global Moderator]] '''|''' [[Administrator]]</center>

<center> [[Opifex]] '''|''' [[Divus]] '''|''' [[Curator|Syntagma Curator]] '''|''' [[Modding_Registrar|Modding Registrar]] '''|''' [[Wiki_Project_Editor|Wiki Project Editor]]</center>

==== <center>[[Curia|The Curia:]]</center> ====

<center>[[TWC Official:Constitution|The Constitution]] '''|''' [[Consilium_de_Civitate|Consilium de Civitate]] '''|''' [[Houses_of_TWC|Houses of TWC]] '''|''' [[Community_Medals|Community Medals]]</center>

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=== <center>Popular Fansites:</center> ===

<center>[[:Category: Fansites|All Total War Fansites]] '''|''' [[Total War Center]] '''|''' [[The Guild]] '''|''' [[Total Realism Forums]] '''|''' [[Official Forums]] '''|''' [[Total_War_Heaven|Total War Heaven]] '''|''' [[Strat_Command_Center|Strat Command Center]]</center>

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* Consult the [http://meta.wikipedia.org/wiki/MediaWiki_User%27s_Guide User's Guide] for information on using the wiki software.
* [http://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Help:Configuration_settings Configuration settings list]
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