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Battle Legends

Storyboard Animatics/Previz Examples - 2011

Before I start any production I always create a short previsualization of nearly the entire film or main sequences, this way I find I save time in the entire production by not having to model areas that are not seen, or animate longer scenes, etc.
However, these 'previz' videos that I make never get to be seen by other people as I keep them to myself to help the final product work... until now!
If you click the link you will be awarded with a great many storyboard animatics that I quickly put together during their production, which should help give you an insight into my creative process.

Created with: Adobe After Effects, Newtek Lightwave, Adobe PremierePro

Pointless Conversations

Pointless Conversations: Sonic the Porcupine - 2011

Can a hedgehog really spin as fast as Sonic? It's a question that needs answering, in this daft little animation about two chums and their Pointless Conversations.

With my recent joining of the Machinima channel, my brother and I decided it might be interesting to see whether their fanbase would enjoy the Pointless Conversations comic book series, so we created this pilot episode to test the waters, so to speak. Expect episode two to arrive soon!

Runtime: 4m07s
Created with: Adobe After Effects, CubaseSX

Cream Worldwide Compilation - 2010/2011

From February 2010 to January 2011, I worked at a company called Cream Worldwide where I helped shoot, edit and animate sequences for major estate agencies and other high-end clients such as solicitors, builders, etc.

This video shows a few of those videos that I worked on, including footage that I have shot and logos that I have animated.

Runtime: 2m14s
Created with: Adobe After Effects, Newtek Lightwave

Battle Legends

Battle Legends - 2011 - Click here for more extras

'Battle Legends' is an original story of two young gamers who, against their will, are transported back to a fantastical time with orcs, paladins and dragons, only equipped with their brains and skills to help them survive. It then chronicles their tales as they attempt to get back home or stay.

The first episode of Battle Legends is now complete and online for your viewing pleasure, simply click the image to the left and enjoy!

Battle Legends is now hosted on the Machinima Youtube Channel, click the image to view episode one or click this link.

Runtime: 10m20s
Createdwith:NewtekLightwave,Adobe AfterEffects, Adobe PremierePro and CubaseSX

Homeworld - The Turanic Raiders - 2011

The Turanic Raiders were a race of space pirates and mercenaries known from their first attacks in the Turan sector.

This video is based off one of my favourite cutscenes from the PC game 'Homeworld' and features the original audio, however I decided to re-create the models, textures, etc and bought it up to date with todays visuals.
A comparison video will soon be uploaded onto my YouTube channel.

Runtime: 1m20s
Created with: Newtek Lightwave, Adobe After Effects and Adobe PremierePro

Sam and Max - Jurgen Cinematic - 2011

Sam and Max, the Freelance Police, investigate a report of undead zombies dancing the night away! Only to be confronted by their vampiric leader - Jurgen!

This was originally created for a job at TellTale's games studio, where they were looking for a cinematics designer, however I decided to continue with the project right to the end when I found out only people living within the US could apply.

Runtime: 1m52s
Created with: Newtek Lightwave, Adobe After Effects and Adobe PremierePro

Lego Blade Runner - 2011

What would happen if you mixed Lego with the film Blade Runner?

As a big fan of Lego and Blade Runner I thought it would be an interesting idea to mix the two together and create a short CG film about it.

Runtime: 54s
Created with: Newtek Lightwave, Adobe After Effects and Adobe PremierePro

At Home with the Hellscreams - 2011

AHWTH is one of my first forays into machinima (cinematics created from computer game assets) and tells a comedic tale of two well known orc characters in the World of Warcraft universe as they grow up into adults.
I tried to have this short film reflect the days when stories would be told by an all knowing narrator but put an unusual twist into it, hopefully it will give you a little chuckle or two.

Runtime: 7m01s
Created with: WOW Model Viewer, Adobe After Effects and CubaseSX

Steel Sentinels: Teaser Trailer - 2011

Steel Sentinels is a browser based game created by Jagex Games Studios. I created this short trailer to help entice people to play the game by showing them the assembly of the robots they pilot, which is never seen in the game.

Runtime: 56s
Created with: Newtek Lightwave, Adobe After Effects and Adobe PremierePro

DeusEx: Trouble at the 'Ton - 2010

DeusEx: Trouble at the 'Ton' follows the tale of a smuggler and his last business transaction with a terrorist, cut short by two familiar government agents.

When I had completed my original DeusEx fanfilm I recieved alot of comments about doing another one, 2 years later I finally got round to completing a sequel in the same cel shaded style.
This film is now hosted on Machinima, click the image or here to watch it.

Runtime: 4m31s
Created with: Newtek Lightwave, Adobe After Effects and Adobe PremierePro

Vrykul Ambush - 2010

'Vrykul Ambush' is a short CG film about a couple of heroes who stumble upon a group of Vrykul warriors and ambush them as they swap stories, however they soon find themselves outnumbered by reinforcements who don't take too kindly to the death of their comrades.

Runtime: 2m16s
Created with: Newtek Lightwave, Adobe After Effects and Adobe PremierePro

The Assassin's Eye - 2009 - Click here for more extras

'Assassins Eye' is a short film about an assassin that comes out of retirement for one last job. A story of guns, revenge... and kung fu cows!

AE was my first film I had ever shot in high definition with the Canon HV30 whereas the script was taken from one of my old college assignments that I must have written during the middle of the night.
If you visit the main page for Assassins Eye you can watch additional extras such as Outtakes and audio commentaries

Runtime: 15m
Created with: Newtek Lightwave, Adobe After Effects and Adobe PremierePro

DragonBallZ: Trunks and Vegeta Training - 2009

This is a short CG fan film that I created based around the characters 'Trunks' and 'Vegeta' in the anime 'DragonballZ' as they train in the plane known as the hyperbolic time chamber.

Runtime: 2m19s
Created with: Newtek Lightwave, Adobe After Effects and Adobe PremierePro

BartonCC - 2008 - Click here for more extras

BartonCC is about two young men who walk into a computer shop and get transported to different types of virtual games as they attempt to stay alive.

This film took roughly 4 years to make and unfortunately was released after the original computer shop, 'Barton ComputaCentre', closed down.
If you visit the main page for BartonCC you can watch additional extras such as Outtakes, the Making-Of and audio commentaries

Runtime: 20m29s
Created with: Newtek Lightwave, Adobe After Effects and Adobe PremierePro

DeusEx: Subway Hostage Situation - 2008

An government agent is tasked with saving a group of hostages who are being held prisoner within a subway by a band of terrorists.

DXSHS was my first CG celshaded fan film that I created based on the game 'DeusEx', and was quite an interesting experience as I figured out realistic animations don't apply in a cartoon style.

Runtime: 4m55s
Created with: Newtek Lightwave, Adobe After Effects and Adobe PremierePro

Plan of Action - 2007

Three revenge fueled smugglers gather together to figure out a plan to kill the man that has made their lives a living hell.

This film was created for an assignment when I was at university where I had to direct a short monologue, but to spice things up I added in explosions and spaceships fighting.

Runtime: 3m49s
Created with: Newtek Lightwave, Adobe After Effects and Adobe PremierePro

Zombie Adaptation - 2007

An excited scientist tests a new life changing formula, with horrifying results!

This is a short zombie film created by Philip Smith and John Gadenne when they were at university, featuring me as a zombie and a ton of blood.

Runtime: 6m18s
My role in this film was simply as an actor.

Stop. Look. Listen. Infomercial - 2005

A young schoolboy rushes to school on his first day back, but fails to remember the road safety laws...

This film was created by Philip Smith when he was at university and is based on a 'kill your speed' style infomercial to stop drivers from knocking people over.

Runtime: 1m08s
My role in this film was simply as an actor.

Lightsaber/Clone VFX Video - 2004

A peaceful man sits quitely on a park bench only to be confronted by... himself! With a lightsaber...

Every budding visual effects artist starts off by creating lightsabers at some point during their learning curve and I was no different. This video features a variety of effects including cloning, lightsabers, lasers, impossible jumps, explosions and more.

Runtime: 1m48s
Created with: Adobe After Effects and Adobe PremierePro

All images & artwork on this site are personal projects (unless specified) and may not be used/duplicated without expressed consent. Leo Tierney 2011