The tackle does really add to the realistic effect. All the ones Craiggo has done on the old models make them look 300% better on deck.
I think your model looks freakin GREAT!!!! The Coat of Arms is perfect!
You know I've been thinking that a Flemish variant of this model would really be nice. Instead of geometric shapes, have lots of little archway designs and lots of alternating black, red and yellow stripes. On the back a big yellow shield with a black Flemish lion. Perfect for the old privateers and pirates raiding out of Oostend during this time. It would be a great alternate hull texture idea. I will dig out some graphical/photo examples.
MK
Oh, yes, please. I work best if i have an graphical example of some kind at hand. Something like the black "Golden Hind" hull variant?
I reread some of my earlier posts and hope that my comments about the polycount of the cannons with ropes was'nt so harsh as it reads now. It was'nt meant so, i only thought that, that amount, would be better split and could be used at other parts. But then the engine can handle it, so why not....