Ok, true we've been lazy for some time now... But I've been busy busy making stuff.
The update is Lyn has sort of taken a back seat as she hasn't been inspired to script for a while... So that means I'l currently trying to learn all sorts of stuff to keep things going.
I've done a new shop refit the other day, and it looks all futuristic and cool, I urge you to check it out, even if you're not up for shopping, it's worth a gander.
I have a few finished or nearly finished things, but I have to redo all our vendor pictures and stuff before I can put them on sale, which is going to take me quite some time because I suck at these sorts of things, I make stuff out of cubes and that's usually it. :-P
I've started work on a collar script but that is waaaaaaaaaaay off in the distance because a) I need to get better at scripting before tackling the hard parts... and b) I want to make it perfect, so that it just completely blows everything else away and show those economy ruining fools at open collar that there are people who care about design and function better than a price tag.
If anyone has any questions or stuff, or just wants to say hey or even suggest something to make, I can usually be found hanging around Bondage Playground... so pop in!
Nikala
XXxx
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Thursday, July 9, 2009
We're still alive!
Both me and Lynnie have been taking a long deserved break from building and scripting... We sorta burnt ourselves out a bit.
Service will resume in the near future, once we get our inspiration back.
Service will resume in the near future, once we get our inspiration back.
Friday, June 5, 2009
What have we been up to?
Well we haven't posted in a bit so lets change that with this post. We have been doing several kinds of things, for one we bought land and are making our shop and office as we speak. Second i quickly added updates to version 102 of the gags, which solves every bug that has been reported in this short time.
While we are working on the shop, i also created some new vendor images and Nikala has been building some new unique items which i hope will be released soon. I put the cuffs aside again, its really frustrating at the moment so i want to stay off it for a bit.
What to expect in the shop:
- A Subscrib-O-Matic.
- Suggestions box.
- Donation box.
- New refreshing look.
- A relaxing beach.
- Our office! Where you can see our online status. (Well mine atleast)
- etc...
There will be a beach but use this in a normal way, no griefing, no rezzing high scripted stuff other then our product and only for updates. Our servers are on the land and we want to keep it low lag so they wont go nuts on us.
So that was it, just to let you know we are still active and working like crazy!
Oh and here is the full log of the gag updates:
While we are working on the shop, i also created some new vendor images and Nikala has been building some new unique items which i hope will be released soon. I put the cuffs aside again, its really frustrating at the moment so i want to stay off it for a bit.
What to expect in the shop:
- A Subscrib-O-Matic.
- Suggestions box.
- Donation box.
- New refreshing look.
- A relaxing beach.
- Our office! Where you can see our online status. (Well mine atleast)
- etc...
There will be a beach but use this in a normal way, no griefing, no rezzing high scripted stuff other then our product and only for updates. Our servers are on the land and we want to keep it low lag so they wont go nuts on us.
So that was it, just to let you know we are still active and working like crazy!
Oh and here is the full log of the gag updates:
1.02
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- Added RLV on/off support on the *Leash plugin.
- Disabled debug on the *Chat plugin.
- Changed version number so it displays the correct version (1.03 rather then 103).
- Changed some code to increase performance on the main dialog (You wont notice a thing).
- Fixed issue where local chat wasnt being redirected to assigned channel.
- Fixed an issue where alarm floating text did not get removed when resetting the alarm.
- Fixed issue where emotes were truncated again when they were not suppose to after a relog or crash.
- Fixed issue where chat was prevented after relog/crash.
- Fixed an issue where the wearer could not IM the keyholder while prevented from sending IM's.
- Fixed plugin script where in certain conditions it would add a back button where it wasnt suppose to.
- Changed shouts when chatting with a locked gag to say to avoid spamming everyone in the sim.
- Changed the owner chat when gag is locked (Total).
- Changed some code in all scripts to improve performance.
- Changed leash scripts to work with lockmeister, you now no longer have to drag out scripts in a leashpost since it will use
a "universal" script.
- Changed "Give..." pluging to "Misc..." and added landmark, blog and group join buttons.
- Changed the way of updating, no longer messing arround with boxes or scripts (only once for those who have versions under 102).
- Added a message when someone tries to access your gag when you have the keys or the gag is locked.
- Removed update support for non CE designs. (For now we let you able to drag and drop scripts in other gag designs
but we wont offer any updates or web controls for them).
1.01
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- Added request to animate when permissions are not set.
- Added channel picker to all gags.
- Added an option to disable RLV commands.
- Added some changes for future scripts.
- Fixed wrong ownersay on +30 and -30min seltimer.
- Fixed a bug where emotes got truncated when reattached.
- Fixed a bug where it was not possible to leash to multiple posts.
- Fixed a bug where dialog always said "Lock", instead of "Loose", "Tight", etc
- Removed IM's (The green text) when keyholder is the same as the wearer.
- Changed messages when the item gets locked.
Friday, May 15, 2009
Some more info
Hi there, Nikala Thespian here. I'm the builder for Cold Embrace products, I'm also a complete technophobe and never wrote a blog thingy in my life.
Anyways, While Lyn's been hard at work with all her behind the scenes madness that is going on, I thought I'd keep you updated with a few things from the building side of things.
Anyways, While Lyn's been hard at work with all her behind the scenes madness that is going on, I thought I'd keep you updated with a few things from the building side of things.
- Just finished a first draft for a rigid stock with 6 poses... Totally immobilizes the wearer whilst leaving them in very comprimisable positions. probobly about 60% complete on this overall.
- Cuffs, design complete, poses done, waiting on walking animations and scripting. cannot give a % as scripting has yet to start. They look fantastic and I can promise it'll be worth the wait.
- Spreader bar, I completed one, then in my infinite wisdom chose that it didn't look good enough and deleted all copies and emptied my trash so that I was forced to start again... It's on my list and will be coming soon (probably sooner that the 2 above).
I could list all my upcoming ideas and all that too but, most of my ideas are pretty crackpot and never even get to the texturing stage... Occasionally the odd silly one will make it though (gotta love dildo mittens)... I'm sure I had a point with this paragraph but I can't remember now. So much for keep it short and informative.
I'm open for product suggestions, so drop me a notecard if you have any.
Nika... xx
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Information and notes
So this blog is pretty much about everything that has to do with Cold Embrace. I have notes ideas about bringing everything to another level. I'm going to make them public and give some info on the current status, and maybe an estimated time on when it will be finished.
Current working on:
Screenshots from the main site:
Progress:
So as you can see there is still allot to be done. Colors indicate the priority of the issue, green is lowest, red is highest.
Current working on:
- The main website.
- New update system.
- Testing of the new gag version.
- Making ALL items compatible to run plugins with the option to turn RLV off.
- Score system (More info later on).
- Web control (Working it out, info later on).
Screenshots from the main site:
Progress:
- Website lay-out (100% Complete).
- Forums (70% Complete).
- Categories need to be created.
- Some custom profile fields need to be added.
- Registration needs some adjustments, to register your Second Life character.
- Some minor template changes (Colors etc).
- Website coding (20% done).
- Have to add missing pages, link forum categories with the website.
- Product registration (requires in world scripting also).
- Web control (Allowing control of in-game items through the website).
- Score list, top list, etc (This is lowest priority at this time).
- Update list, notes, etc.
- Support/ticketing system (Allowing to submit tickets in-game an view status on the website).
- Product page (An overview of our products, including being able to rate and/or give comments on it).
- Report bugs page.
- Updates on gags (80% Completed).
- Preparations for future updates.
- Make leash universal. (Making it work with all leashposts).
- Updates on Mittens (0% Completed).
- Updates on Fiddles, Yoke, Rigid Armbinder and Rigid Cuffs (0% Completed).
- Update system. (10% Completed).
- Need to script the server.
- Need to finish the webserver and find a host.
- Client script.
- Client script giver.
- Notecard information updates (0% Completed).
- Mainstore (0% Completed).
- The money just isn't there at this moment.
- Looking for land (Likely waiting till after the adult changes).
So as you can see there is still allot to be done. Colors indicate the priority of the issue, green is lowest, red is highest.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Gag status & new plugin.
Today i fixed all known issues from the gags, here a small log:
Plugin Pack One:
Plugin pack for Cold Embrace products includes:
That's about it, please report ANY issues with the gag before i release the update. So i don't have to do another update on it soon after this one. Thanks.
Notes: Items that are not gags (Fiddle, mittens, etc) will be updated soon, they will get options similar to the gags. And adjusted for future updates.
- Fixed an issue where local chat was not being redirected to assigned channel.
- Fixed an issue where the wearer could not IM the keyholder while prevented from sending IM's.
- Fixed issue where chat was prevented after relog/crash.
- Fixed an issue where alarm floating text did not get removed when resetting the alarm.
- Fixed an issue where wearer was prevented from chat while gag is locked (Type:Lock).
- Fixed an issue where emotes were truncated again when they were not suppose to after a relog or crash.
- Changed shouts when chatting with a locked gag to say to avoid spamming everyone in the sim.
- Added a message when someone tries to access your gag when you have the keys or the gag is locked.
Plugin Pack One:
Plugin pack for Cold Embrace products includes:
- Force Detach.
- Force Remove Clothes.
- Prevent wear/unwear.
- Force Attach. (#RLV Folder)
- User friendly menu’s.
- Easy to install. (Drag & Drop!)
That's about it, please report ANY issues with the gag before i release the update. So i don't have to do another update on it soon after this one. Thanks.
Notes: Items that are not gags (Fiddle, mittens, etc) will be updated soon, they will get options similar to the gags. And adjusted for future updates.
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Cold Embrace FAQ
This will be the FAQ for Cold Embrace, updates come over time.
► What is Cold Embrace (CE)?
Cold Embrace is a Second Life BDSM store that tries to provide unique/rare BDSM items for a good price. This includes unique items as well as collars, cuffs, gags, etc..
► Where can i find you?
Cold Embrace currently has no main store yet, but you can find us throught the links on the right side of the blog, under "Vendor locations".
► I bought one of your products through an SL vendor or XstreetSL, but it never arrived.
This can be a little complicated depending on the situation. When a purchase did not arrive, we have to check a few things such as status of the grid and our in-game servers. So be ready to provide the time of your purchase and a log of your transaction history* in case we did not receive payment. In case the purchase is made through XstreetSL, please provide the sale ID**.
► I modded my item but i messed up and can't fix it, what do i do?
At this time, please feel free to contact Lynnore Vaher. You will be asked to send over your old item and it will be checked for contents. If everything is allright you will get a new item within a minute or two.
► I attached my item but it is invisible and doesn't do anything.
You may feel like an idiot after reading this, but don't be. It's a common question. Our items are invisible for a reason, to allow you to wear it without accually having to be locked in it. To use the item, just click it and a menu with options will show up. Hint: You can see invisible attachments by pressing Ctrl+Alt+T.
► I want to update my item but the location has rezzing disabled.
Contact Lynnore Vaher, you will be asked to send your old version. Then you will be sent the newest one, this is done because we don't have a real location for the updater, nor a mainstore.
► I have found a bug, what do i do?
Contact Lynnore Vaher so it can be fixed in the next update. Please do tell, otherwise there is a chance it might be there for a long time.
► I acidently made a double purchase, what now?
Contact Lynnore Vaher, you will be asked to send the second item. Contents will be checked first and you will be refunded or pick a second product of the same value.
► The menu's look allot like the RealRestraint ones, why is that?
This is done because RealRestraint is the brand it all started with, wich gave life to the BDSM community with Restrained Life Viewer as we know it. People we know are used to those menu's and it was requested to maintain the same style. Please note that RealRestraint has nothing to do with Cold Embrace, the scripting aswell as building is all done by Cold Embrace and there are no 3rd party's involved.
► Is there a support group?
Yes, and it should be contacted first before contacting Lynnore Vaher directly. You can join in 2 ways:
- First way is by starting up second life, then go to search and click the group tab, type in "Cold Embrace: Updates and Support". Click on the link and press the join button.
- Second way is to copy the bold text below, open up Second Life and paste into chat then follow the link in chat history. Then click the link and press join.
secondlife:///app/group/076a073a-eb3a-f87d-6b89-cf7bae7dfd20/about
* Transaction History: To access transaction history, got to secondlife.com and log into your account. Click on "My account" in the top right corner and go to "Account History" in the menu on the left side.
** Sale ID: Log into XstreetSL and go to "My account" in the top right corner next to user name. The click on "My marketplace purchases" and you will see a whole list of transactions with Sale ID on the left.
► What is Cold Embrace (CE)?
Cold Embrace is a Second Life BDSM store that tries to provide unique/rare BDSM items for a good price. This includes unique items as well as collars, cuffs, gags, etc..
► Where can i find you?
Cold Embrace currently has no main store yet, but you can find us throught the links on the right side of the blog, under "Vendor locations".
► I bought one of your products through an SL vendor or XstreetSL, but it never arrived.
This can be a little complicated depending on the situation. When a purchase did not arrive, we have to check a few things such as status of the grid and our in-game servers. So be ready to provide the time of your purchase and a log of your transaction history* in case we did not receive payment. In case the purchase is made through XstreetSL, please provide the sale ID**.
► I modded my item but i messed up and can't fix it, what do i do?
At this time, please feel free to contact Lynnore Vaher. You will be asked to send over your old item and it will be checked for contents. If everything is allright you will get a new item within a minute or two.
► I attached my item but it is invisible and doesn't do anything.
You may feel like an idiot after reading this, but don't be. It's a common question. Our items are invisible for a reason, to allow you to wear it without accually having to be locked in it. To use the item, just click it and a menu with options will show up. Hint: You can see invisible attachments by pressing Ctrl+Alt+T.
► I want to update my item but the location has rezzing disabled.
Contact Lynnore Vaher, you will be asked to send your old version. Then you will be sent the newest one, this is done because we don't have a real location for the updater, nor a mainstore.
► I have found a bug, what do i do?
Contact Lynnore Vaher so it can be fixed in the next update. Please do tell, otherwise there is a chance it might be there for a long time.
► I acidently made a double purchase, what now?
Contact Lynnore Vaher, you will be asked to send the second item. Contents will be checked first and you will be refunded or pick a second product of the same value.
► The menu's look allot like the RealRestraint ones, why is that?
This is done because RealRestraint is the brand it all started with, wich gave life to the BDSM community with Restrained Life Viewer as we know it. People we know are used to those menu's and it was requested to maintain the same style. Please note that RealRestraint has nothing to do with Cold Embrace, the scripting aswell as building is all done by Cold Embrace and there are no 3rd party's involved.
► Is there a support group?
Yes, and it should be contacted first before contacting Lynnore Vaher directly. You can join in 2 ways:
- First way is by starting up second life, then go to search and click the group tab, type in "Cold Embrace: Updates and Support". Click on the link and press the join button.
- Second way is to copy the bold text below, open up Second Life and paste into chat then follow the link in chat history. Then click the link and press join.
secondlife:///app/group/076a073a-eb3a-f87d-6b89-cf7bae7dfd20/about
* Transaction History: To access transaction history, got to secondlife.com and log into your account. Click on "My account" in the top right corner and go to "Account History" in the menu on the left side.
** Sale ID: Log into XstreetSL and go to "My account" in the top right corner next to user name. The click on "My marketplace purchases" and you will see a whole list of transactions with Sale ID on the left.
Known Issues
There are several issues that have been reported, i am currently working on that and will provide these fixes in the next update.
For gags:
- Emotes are truncated after relog/crash. (Fixed in next update)
- When gagged is locked in mode "Lock", chat is prevented. (Fixed in next update)
- Chat redirect not working with last update. (Fixed in next update)
- IM to keyholder not possible when IM's are blocked. (Will be added next update)
For other items:
- No known issues found/reported.
To be released soon:
A clothes plugin (RLV folder), this plugin will make it possible to force detach, force attach, prevent wear, prevent unwear, ..
This is currently on the list of things that can be released soon. The only thing that prevents the release is that i need to integrate the toggle RLV into all our products, and that may take some time. Alltho it does work without it, i really like this to be done first.
Things i think about making soon:
- Earmuffs: Prevent hearing by all, prevent hearing by everyone exept friends, etc ..
- Blindfold: Like any other blindfold pretty much, hud with multiple transparencies.
- Hud Block & Force mouselook plugin: Has been on the list for a while, will get to that sometime.
- Chat plugin: Has been requested a few times but i need to make the nessesary changes first.
- Cage plugin: Have been thinking about this but i'm not sure of it yet.
For gags:
- Emotes are truncated after relog/crash. (Fixed in next update)
- When gagged is locked in mode "Lock", chat is prevented. (Fixed in next update)
- Chat redirect not working with last update. (Fixed in next update)
- IM to keyholder not possible when IM's are blocked. (Will be added next update)
For other items:
- No known issues found/reported.
To be released soon:
A clothes plugin (RLV folder), this plugin will make it possible to force detach, force attach, prevent wear, prevent unwear, ..
This is currently on the list of things that can be released soon. The only thing that prevents the release is that i need to integrate the toggle RLV into all our products, and that may take some time. Alltho it does work without it, i really like this to be done first.
Things i think about making soon:
- Earmuffs: Prevent hearing by all, prevent hearing by everyone exept friends, etc ..
- Blindfold: Like any other blindfold pretty much, hud with multiple transparencies.
- Hud Block & Force mouselook plugin: Has been on the list for a while, will get to that sometime.
- Chat plugin: Has been requested a few times but i need to make the nessesary changes first.
- Cage plugin: Have been thinking about this but i'm not sure of it yet.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Cold Embrace Blog
Well finally we have a blog, this blog will be updated with out latest releases of BDSM items. Also this blog will announce new updates, features, plugins, ..
While i think about what to put here, go have a look at one of our in-game vendors. Here are the locations:
While i think about what to put here, go have a look at one of our in-game vendors. Here are the locations:
- Bondage Playground
- Sunny Sands
- Ashford Park
- Damsel (1st vendor)
- Damsel (2nd vendor)
- Yggdrasill
- First way is by starting up second life, then go to search and click the group tab, type in "Cold Embrace: Updates and Support". Click on the link and press the join button.
- Second way is to copy the bold text below, open up Second Life and paste into chat then follow the link in chat history. Then click the link and press join.
secondlife:///app/group/076a073a-eb3a-f87d-6b89-cf7bae7dfd20/about
- Second way is to copy the bold text below, open up Second Life and paste into chat then follow the link in chat history. Then click the link and press join.
secondlife:///app/group/076a073a-eb3a-f87d-6b89-cf7bae7dfd20/about
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