#ts3community

[simaddix]

Opening TS3 Medieval Market

Hello, my lovelies! Today I would like to talk about an opportunity for our beloved medieval (and historic) TS3 community!

Interested? Well, I guess let’s get into it and see how far it goes.

Why Discord, rather than a Tumblr Community or a personal page?

That’s a great question – and one that might be better explored as time goes on. However, here are a few perks that I’ve noticed.

1: A discord server as a download market presents an ideal solution by combining accessibility, organization, and engagement.

2: Organization – less scattered forums/websites. Discord allows structured categories and channels to keep content well-organized. We have the option to create additional channels or categories to keep content separated – so there’s less confusion when people stop using a tag, or add a new one that other’s aren’t tracking. There are also transferable roles assigned by moderators, so if someone wants to leave – there is no data lost, and the server stays active as usual.

3: Direct downloads – requiring no additional host/server. If you’re a part of the creator discord pages, then you’ll notice there is a hoard of available downloads that bypass the need to go to an alternate download site. Creators can upload their content directly into the appropriate category.

4: Discord servers have little to no spam bots (that I’ve noticed, anyway), and if there are issues, it’s relatively easy to remove those pests and keep the community protected.

5: By centralizing downloads in a dedicated server, creators can upload their content, receive immediate feedback, and build faster relationships with their community, and followers can immediately engage, comment, or download. Discord mimics Tumblr in that it allows for real-time interactions, sneak peeks, polls, events and more.

Here's what I've established so far inside the server:

A welcome channel established for people to drop into the server, and members to say hello!

More channels to host discussions, show off real life/other games/hobbies/etc. And of course, everything TS3 - because we like seeing people play!

All the "Market" tabs you could want! (And if it's not there, we'll add it to the list - free of charge lol)

The "Cargo" section mimics the creator discords a bit in that it allows you to ask WCIFs, make CC requests, trade and barter another member/creator for CC (I.E - swap CAS for BUILD/BUY items, etc), start collab projects, and more.

I highly recommend also keeping up to date with the other creator discords, there's already so much activity there!

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Is the market meant to replace Tumblr pages, other creator discords, or personal pages?

Absolutely not! As we all know, there are many Tumblr pages/websites/servers dedicated to the TS3 community at large. Ts3 has thrived for so long partly because it has such a dedicated modding community, and hosts player-made content. However, distributing and protecting all of the content effectively while also fostering a sense of community is challenging. There has been a massive amount of effort put into the community through wonderful pages such as @katsujiiccfinds and @pis3update, (as well as all the other CC pages out there), I am personally a member of two creator discords that have been essential to me as I’ve learned to create, and now tumblr is exploring the new community options. However, the fallback of this is that hosts get burnt out, stop creating themselves, or abandon pages/websites all the time. There are many of these “ghosts” haunting Tumblr as we speak – though we all love a good comeback story, so to those who have returned, or will return, we all welcome you back with wide open arms! Right? Right! Huzzah! The point is, this discord is not meant to replace any of these options, but it might help us find a centralized location.

Modern/electrical CC will be booed – but possibly tolerated lol

This Discord is being opened as of right now – so don’t be surprised if you pop in and there’s no CC yet. These things take time – Rome wasn’t built in a day.

You will need a Discord account to follow the invite!

Paid only content will not be allowed on this discord. If you would like to upload paid content - you can always start free servers on Discord! When your content is free - absolutely feel free to add it to the market!

See you there! (Please let me know if there are any link issues!)

Personal Letter of Invitation: https://discord.gg/e6skNu9t

[fluttereyes]

Large Skeleton Decals Halloween

Large size so use on walls, windows or stand them in the garden with a light on them using ‘moveObjects on’.

[rstarsims3]

Tag Thingy

Thank you @bast-sims for tagging me!!! 🥰 😘

Rules: answer the questions & tag 9 people you want to get to know better.

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Favorite color: Bright yellow and turquoise. I also started developing a subtle liking for pink lately.

Currently reading: About a week ago I read a couple of light novels, nothing mind-bending because sometimes you need to give your brain a well-deserved break..

Last song: Hah 😅 it’s a mashup of older songs.

Last series: Nothing new. I recently caught a rerun of a season of TBBT. and left it on so I guess that could count... 🤔

Sweet, spicy or savory: Sweet & savory.

Craving: Caramel chocolate

Tea or coffee: Coffee

Currently working on: Followers gift. And trying to find time to finish Port Valentine, but I don’t think that’ll happen too soon.

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Tagging every single simmer out there!!!  😁 😆

[b2sims]

Denton Episcopalian Church

+ Community Church + Available for weddings (small park) + Inspired by The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Full details and download available at b2sims.com

.:: DOWNLOAD ::.

[simaddix]

A few patterns >

I uploaded a few simple patterns to start off the Market! The brick is one I made a while back for my own game. The two wood patterns are from "Ayuff" over on TSR. They're much older, but only had the pattern going in one direction, so I made the match. Enjoy!

Found on TS3 Medieval Market > Patterns!

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(I'll upload them to SFS as well)

[simaddix]

Market Day!

* Village Event Announcement *

Market Day at TS3 Medieval Market

This Saturday (February 22, --25), saddle your horses, load up your wagons, and head on down to the new Market to sell, buy, trade and barter your goods with other Villagers!

[This is a free event involving no real currency, just downloads]

The Tavern & Inn (Storytelling, Show & Tell, Discussions)

            The Tavern always has some sort of story to tell or news to share amongst the locals, but perhaps a new tale would be nice? Share your adventures with the Village as you have a meal, sit by the campfire, and people of all ages and walks of life listen to tales of woe and foreboding, folklore, songs and dancing. Of course, say hello to your friends and catch up on the local gossip before you leave!  

The Market (All the CC Categories)

            There’s so much to acquire in the market that it might take a while to see everything! Make sure to ask around, people are always happy to point you in the right direction.

Have you tired of looking at the same old items around your home? There’s a stall for default replacements to help give your belongings a fresh look!

Need to upgrade or improve something? Mods will have what you’re looking for.

This Village doesn’t suit you anymore? Ask about worlds-caw, and start planning your move.

Love the Village, hate the house? There might be rentals available at lots.

A busted fence, a broken window and a squeaky door… You need build, they’ll craft something custom for you!

New furniture and home décor will be over in the buy stall.

Oh, my dear… that hair… and the young Lady will be needing a new dress for the season… of to CAS with you both!

The Castle is looking for staff. Find work in Careers.

Need someone to help around the farm? Find a helping hand in SIMS.

This horse is lame, the stable will be able to help you buy a new horse, there might be pets for sale as well.  

Looking for textiles, lumber or stone? Oh yes, you’ll find those over in patterns.

What’s that lovely smell? That must be recipes-ingredients!

Our barn is cluttered with old holiday decorations… let’s free some space and dump it off at the holiday stall to resell!

Cargo (Requests, Conversions, Tutorials, Trades, and more!)

Have something you can’t find, but want? Are you willing to trade or barter? I’m sure someone will be willing to make a deal!

You could also ask in cc-requests, or the suggestion box. I’m sure there are people looking for ideas in collaborations as well.

Wanting to host an event in the Village? Put it up on the board at challenges-events.

Have too much to carry by wagon? Request a warehouse and you can store all of your stuff there! You can also explore other warehouses, just make sure not to leave your own cargo there!

Vendors

The Village Market thrives on sales and purchases alike! Be sure to come with something of value, or the merchandise may run out sooner than you’d like!

Remember, the Market accepts newly crafted items, sentimental favorites from the past, and everything in between! Just make sure not to sell granny’s quilt without permission, or we’ll all be in trouble!

See you there!

Note: There is a poll going in the "Market Day" forum over on TS3 Medieval Market!

Join us here before this weekend: https://discord.gg/e6skNu9t

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Things are moving much more quickly than I anticipated over on the Market - so if the "map" above doesn't look exactly like I posted - be kind. I'm only one person, lol. There's already a LOT to look at! Hooray!

[simaddix]

TS3 Medieval Market - Polls Open

The Polls are open over on the Market! Please go vote on your preference for the monthly CC-Making/Gathering event! We have lots to choose from!

Market Day Polls

This will be a monthly themed event - by request!

Keep in mind before you vote that this will be a long-lasting event, giving creators time to plan and execute their ideas. Please try to keep in mind what you could create/provide before voting. We need all the participation we can get!

The Apothecary / Healer (Includes CC, Mods, CAS, Lots, Sims)

Foraging

Herbalism

Alchemy

Witches

Fairies

Medieval Medicine

Etc

The Farm / Homestead (Includes CC, Mods, CAS, Lots, Sims)

Peasant Life

Livestock / Animals

Chores (Firewood, Gathering Water, Cleaning, Cooking)

Harvesting

Food Preservation

Wildlife

Etc

The Village Center (Includes CC, Mods, CAS, Lots, Sims)

Bakery

Bath-house

Consignment

Markets

Inns / Resorts

Taverns

Brewery / Winery

Etc

The Seminary (Includes CC, Mods, CAS, Lots, Sims)

Medieval University

Library Archives

Academics

Books / Study

Religion

Etc

Survivalist (Includes CC, Mods, CAS, Lots, Sims)

Hunting

Butchering

Shelters

Survival Skills

Off – Grid

Foraging

Wildlife

Etc

The Castle (Includes CC, Mods, CAS, Lots, Sims)

Castles

Royal Sims

Village Politics / Finances

Dungeons / Prison

Etc

The Port (Includes CC, Mods, CAS, Lots, Sims)

Boats / Ships

Fishing Market

Beach

Pirates

Sirens / Mermaids

Wildlife

Etc

Village Events (Includes CC, Mods, CAS, Lots, Sims)

Summer Festival

Fall Festival

Winter Festival

Spring Festival

Gypsy Camp

War Camp

Royal Tournaments

Host a ball / party

Tomb Exploration / Loot

Medieval Feast

Etc

Trade Quarter (Includes CC, Mods, CAS, Lots, Sims)

Blacksmith

Carpentry

Armory

Mining

Brothel

Stables

Etc

Come join us! (New invite link! Sorry guys!) https://discord.gg/FhhKnw49

[simaddix]

Let's make some content!

Hey everyone! We hosted a poll over at the Market and after a week - we had the winner of Apothecary and Healer for the monthly theme! If anyone wants to contribute - I'd love to see some participation/activity in the community! I'll be making a few items myself, but would love to help/brainstorm with anyone interested! There's an apothecary/healer tab over on the market to drop cc into - new or old, and a discussion post for the monthly theme. Feel free to drop in and brainstorm!

Here are some ideas (included in the poll) - if you have a project in mind/underway - let us know!

The Apothecary / Healer (Includes CC, Mods, CAS, Lots, Sims)

o Foraging

o Herbalism

o Alchemy

o Witches

o Fairies

o Medieval Medicine

o Etc

I hope to see all your ideas!

[simaddix]

It's Market Day!

The Market is up and running!

There is already a host of content to explore, and we're only a few days in! Feel free to join us as we continue to share new, old, and archived content from around the community.

Have an older but favorite piece of content that your game just couldn't live without? Drop a link and share it with the Village! Have something new you finished and want to share? Bring it along!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us here! > https://discord.gg/FEumzpk6

[simaddix]

TS3 Medieval Market - Updates

Hello, lovelies!

We're starting to see new members pop into the Market! It's so good to see all that have joined thus far!

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An exciting update I wanted to share with everyone is that I've purchased Nitro for the year! The server will allow up to 50MG (per file) uploads until at least next year! So if you have bigger zip files that you would like to upload to the Market, it's open! Just pick your category and drop it in.

Links back to SFS, mediafire or Tumblr are always welcome as well - it doesn't have to be a direct upload. That's just one of the options.

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The second thing, much less exciting - but still fun - is that I made a few custom emojis for us to use in the market! Just to make it a bit more whimsical / medieval!

They're just typical reactions, but I thought it would be fun to see people sending coins or cheering with tankards when they're excited about content!

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Last but not least, get ready for *Market Day*

Event details coming soon!

[simaddix]

Hey, y'all!

The last year or so has found us in a time where there has been little to no free time to explore our beloved hobbies, and so it was a bit of a shock to realize I had stepped away from this community for over 6 months...

That being said, logging in to the hoard of likes, reblogs, messages and mentions has been a trip. Thank y'all for loving and enjoying my past content, and thank you so much to those who send me feedback and pictures of my content being used in your games/environments! It's amazing! And as always, hello to my new followers and I hope you enjoy the page!

I do miss creating and exploring the TS3 community, this has always been a source of happiness for me and I hope to be able to be more active soon, but this season in our lives has been such a change & challenge for us as a family. So I won't make promises I can't keep on when I'll be back and active.

I will still be a member of the community however, I don't have plans to shut down or remove my content for the foreseeable future, so when I get my groove back I'll be seeing y'all again with new content and ideas. My project file is sitting there waiting for me to dust the cobwebs off - it's like an old attic full of boxes lol.

I hope y'all have a wonderful Easter and 2024 is kind to you.

We'll see you around(:

[simaddix]

[Forgotten WIP] Release!

I had it in my head that I had already released this... My mistake!

Find it here > https://discord.com/channels/1339102856887664665/1341815365411409981/1341946687303974942

The Armory will go on...

@bbcopperdaisy - You asked for it...

Trebuchet, Battering Ram, and Catapult - Incoming!

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Kitchen Stickers

A few sets of kitchen stickers/decals today. Medium and large sizes. No idea what I'll do with the large ones, I'll maybe use them in cafes but thought I'd put them up anyway because they were done. The medium sized ones I will use in my simmy homes.

1st set medium sized vintage stickers for kitchens, I've had these images in my unfinished work folder since about 2010 and no idea in what way to use them. There's a few you'll have to scroll.

Set 2 medium

Set 3 medium

Large 1

Large 2

[fluttereyes]

Cobblestone terrain

I made this way back in about 2010 and have used it ever since. This is a cobble terrain, I had the roads to match and also a CAW version of the terrain paint. I'll see if I can find them in case anyone wants them.

[fluttereyes]

Vintage Stickers Medium

More of my finds when looking for resources, can't resist a nice image, especially these vintage and retro ones. No idea what you might want to use these for but I'll put them up anyway. 9 in one .package.

[fluttereyes]

8 Bakery Shop Decals

I made these smaller bakery ones so they could move up and down the wall so they don't grab to windows. To do that you would need to use moveObjects and alt to place them. 8 in 1