@jerome The download is indeed broken, thanks for telling us, we'll get it fixed as soon as we can.
The message is really strange though it wasn't showing me that.
Anyway, i'll get back to you as soon as the link will be running.

I'll add this to avoid confusion: As to why we didn't answer some the other questions, generally, if we don't answer, you can find the answer in the Rules or FAQ.
Can I paint x / Can I work in x? Yes, unless it goes against the rules, you can.
You can also find a list of eligible countries above.
We are trying to avoid repeating the ArtWar, where we were answering the same question ten times in a row

@jerome all fixed now! Thank you for bringing it to our attention.

thank you. I have already downloaded that file. Thank you for your kind reply

Can I use texture material downloaded from other sources in my 3d environment?

Hello
Can I use other people's art as reference?

@MrBobarian @jcg yes & yes
(if it's not forbidden in the rules the answer is most probably yes :)/

haha thanks, I was confused about one of the points mentioning it but thanks for making it clear !

@MrBobarian hmm, actually, let me re-answer that. For some reason I read it as in - 'can I use photos as texture' but now I'm seeing it could mean all sorts of things.
What exactly are the other sources? If the question is if you can collect & use other people's work in your models, then the answer will have to be no.

Hello. I have another question, it's about the 2D category
Is it ok for my lineart to be traditional(drawn on paper) while everything else digital?

Yes you can have your lines be done traditional.

Guys I am new here and I am really confused about how u submit your entry. I am entering for the 2D one. The rule says something about submitting it to your topics first post. Can someone guide me step-by-step. That would be highly appreciated.

I'm sorry, I'm kinda slow at this heat conditions (it's about 95 F in here), but how far rule about post-production goes for 3D contestants ? Can I make fog via ZDepth, some color correction, etc? Or this rule just like "no fake new geometry" one? What about sky backplate, is it allowed?
And what is judging criteria: only design matters, or technical aspects also will be considered, like texture sizes, polycount, etc?
Thanks.

Hey guys

@mgadiali214 Welcome to the forums! You just need to go to the Worlds 2D category and in the right upper corner you will have "New topic" button. Create you topic (with the name according to the Rules) and post your pictures there! Use the "Reply" button to make new posts in your topic.
That's all there is to it. Your final image should be posted there too.
Be sure to read the Submission Requirements also.

@Bohdan_Lvov Here are the Submission Requirements for the 3D category.
"Everything has to be 100% 3D with only minor post-processing." means try to do as little as possible (some color correction is ok though).
Technical aspects are not important in this contest.

@obra-kalla Hi, it's super ok to write as a reply, that way at least I get a notification to know someone's needing me
That is exactly the right way, and you are doing everything right.
As far as people not replying - sometimes it's hard to get attention in a sea of other contestants. Commenting on other people's topics and making friends by supporting other people in the competition is usually the way to change that!!

@MrBobarian "The art must be your own - all of it."
But you know what? Just to make super sure, I'll verify the textures and get back to you.

@MrBobarian so I have an answer for our 'grey area' problem, sorry for the delay.
It is ok to use downloaded textures / materials, as long as it's implemented well enough that nobody can tell.

Hope that clears it out once and for all