Sharon&Susan
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I'll take up the backstory and I'll do a few additional pieces of art.
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NuOrbis Brainstorming Thread - Project Six: Blue Skies, E Tickets
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Outbound
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That's a good point. Maybe I am getting a little in over my head. We designed a big courtyard and were going to fill it up, but maybe we'll just leave it blank, and say a Minecraft land is coming in a "Phase 2"? That would keep the focus of the prompt on the e-ticket.
pix
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I can do a short write up of the surrounding land if we want but the main focus should be the ride so whatever extra should be just in writing.
Sharon&Susan
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So here's a brief explanation of the movie:
Originally started at Warner Bros. with a May 24th 2019 release date, later moved to March 4th 2022, before being cancelled in November 2020 along with several other projects. In January 2021 Disney acquired the rights to the project. Initially announced as a live action project, it was later reannounced as an animated feature film produced by Pixar at D23 2021 with Domee Shi in the director’s seat. Disney-Pixar’s Minecraft was released June 21st 2024 to critical acclaim and grossing 1.4 billion dollars at the box office.
The film takes place in a world far different than ours known as the Overworld, there is little civilization and Mother Nature is the dominant force. But there is a legendary group known as the Builders, they have unknown powers to shift the world around them. But one day, a portal is opened and the Ender Dragon wrecks havoc onto the whole world. Steve, Alex, and Rene, who have all discovered that they have the powers of the Builders, must save the overworld or face certain destruction from the Ender Dragon.
A sequel to the film was announced on October 16th 2024 on the Mojang News Block along with a port for the Nintendo Switch Reality with an exclusive VR mode, 8K/120 fps enchantments for The Xbox Series Double X and PS5 Pro, the Minecraft expansion being officially announced for Disney Studios Paris, and a Minecraft and Dino Crisis Reboot collaboration. The sequel has a tentative 2029 release date.
I changed this a bit to coincide with a slight detail change I made
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Originally started at Warner Bros. with a May 24th 2019 release date, later moved to March 4th 2022, before being cancelled in November 2020 along with several other projects. In January 2021 Disney acquired the rights to the project. Initially announced as a live action project, it was later reannounced as an animated feature film produced by Pixar at D23 2021 with Domee Shi in the director’s seat. Disney-Pixar’s Minecraft was released June 21st 2024 to critical acclaim and grossing 1.4 billion dollars at the box office.
The film takes place in a world far different than ours known as the Overworld, there is little civilization and Mother Nature is the dominant force. But there is a legendary group known as the Builders, they have unknown powers to shift the world around them. But one day, a portal is opened and the Ender Dragon wrecks havoc onto the whole world. Steve, Alex, and Rene, who have all discovered that they have the powers of the Builders, must save the overworld or face certain destruction from the Ender Dragon.
A sequel to the film was announced on October 16th 2024 on the Mojang News Block along with a port for the Nintendo Switch Reality with an exclusive VR mode, 8K/120 fps enchantments for The Xbox Series Double X and PS5 Pro, the Minecraft expansion being officially announced for Disney Studios Paris, and a Minecraft and Dino Crisis Reboot collaboration. The sequel has a tentative 2029 release date.
I changed this a bit to coincide with a slight detail change I made
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Outbound
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PROJECT MANAGER -- DAY 5 / 7
This day is all for us to work on the parts we've been given. If you haven't yet signed up for a role please do so. If you have any questions about your role also let us know, otherwise, we'll be assuming you know what to do and are working on it. A reminder to use the Google Doc below for organization -
Team NuOrbis: Minecraft Project
No video game has reached the level of worldwide phenomenon as Minecraft. With over 200 million players, it's one of the most popular video games in the world, and has spawned a franchise beyond just the game: three spinoff games and dozens of toys. With youth still dressing up as “Minecraft” ...
docs.google.com
To get you inspired, here is what we've built so far in the game!
Minecraft-Nuorbis.mp4
drive.google.com
Red: Not Taken
Orange: In Progress
Green: Complete
- BUILDERS: If you have Minecraft, you can help with the building of the miniland.
- WRITE-UPS: Alongside the video will be a write-up variant of the project so we don't lose points with some of the judges.
- BACKSTORY: Nothing too complicated, but I've noticed hints Disney making a movie with Minecraft in some of the concept art, so should probably have a small section dedicated to that.
- THE RIDE: We've already begun talking about this earlier up. Will want to work with the builders to make sure it's all accurate.
- THE GIFT SHOP: You can see the Gift Shop already constructed in the progress images above. It's a spruce building the ride exits out of. Sells Minecraft-themed merchandise.
- A LOOK TO PHASE 2: A brief summary of some things that will come in the second phase of the land.
- CONCEPT ART: Always a nice addition.
- PRESENTATION: I will be editing this all into a very nice video by the round's end.
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pix
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PROJECT MANAGER -- DAY 5 / 7This day is all for us to work on the parts we've been given. If you haven't yet signed up for a role please do so. If you have any questions about your role also let us know, otherwise, we'll be assuming you know what to do and are working on it. A reminder to use the Google Doc below for organization -
Team NuOrbis: Minecraft Project
No video game has reached the level of worldwide phenomenon as Minecraft. With over 200 million players, it's one of the most popular video games in the world, and has spawned a franchise beyond just the game: three spinoff games and dozens of toys. With youth still dressing up as “Minecraft” ...
To get you inspired, here is what we've built so far in the game!
Minecraft-Nuorbis.mp4
Red: Not Taken
Orange: In Progress
Green: Complete
- BUILDERS: If you have Minecraft, you can help with the building of the miniland.
- WRITE-UPS: Alongside the video will be a write-up variant of the project so we don't lose points with some of the judges.
- BACKSTORY: Nothing too complicated, but I've noticed hints Disney making a movie with Minecraft in some of the concept art, so should probably have a small section dedicated to that.
- THE RIDE: We've already begun talking about this earlier up. Will want to work with the builders to make sure it's all accurate.
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- THE GIFT SHOP: You can see the Gift Shop already constructed in the progress images above. It's a spruce building the ride exits out of. Sells Minecraft-themed merchandise.
- A LOOK TO PHASE 2: A brief summary of some things that will come in the second phase of the land.
- CONCEPT ART: Always a nice addition.
- PRESENTATION: I will be editing this all into a very nice video by the round's end.
I am loving the ride so far! I was wondering if you had any texture packs? I feel like the plastic texture pack would look more Disney-esque especially if it is being based on a Pixar animated movie.
montydysquith-navarro
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Well, the ride section seems to be the only part not taken, so I’ll take that. I did provide the initial story prompt anyway. However, I don’t have Minecraft at all, so @Outbound and @AceAstro, I’ll trust your judgement on the ride track and biome design itself.PROJECT MANAGER -- DAY 5 / 7This day is all for us to work on the parts we've been given. If you haven't yet signed up for a role please do so. If you have any questions about your role also let us know, otherwise, we'll be assuming you know what to do and are working on it. A reminder to use the Google Doc below for organization -
Team NuOrbis: Minecraft Project
No video game has reached the level of worldwide phenomenon as Minecraft. With over 200 million players, it's one of the most popular video games in the world, and has spawned a franchise beyond just the game: three spinoff games and dozens of toys. With youth still dressing up as “Minecraft” ...
To get you inspired, here is what we've built so far in the game!
Minecraft-Nuorbis.mp4
Red: Not Taken
Orange: In Progress
Green: Complete
- BUILDERS: If you have Minecraft, you can help with the building of the miniland.
- WRITE-UPS: Alongside the video will be a write-up variant of the project so we don't lose points with some of the judges.
- BACKSTORY: Nothing too complicated, but I've noticed hints Disney making a movie with Minecraft in some of the concept art, so should probably have a small section dedicated to that.
- THE RIDE: We've already begun talking about this earlier up. Will want to work with the builders to make sure it's all accurate.
- --
- THE GIFT SHOP: You can see the Gift Shop already constructed in the progress images above. It's a spruce building the ride exits out of. Sells Minecraft-themed merchandise.
- A LOOK TO PHASE 2: A brief summary of some things that will come in the second phase of the land.
- CONCEPT ART: Always a nice addition.
- PRESENTATION: I will be editing this all into a very nice video by the round's end.
Also, my internet (and sometimes mobile data) has been really whack lately, so that might make me unresponsive though. I’ll try my best to go online as much as I can, but no guarantees.
Outbound
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My one worry with that is the ride is about the game, not the movie, and it would be weird for it all to look different imo.
Sharon&Susan
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I'll write into the history of the ride that it's more based on the game than the movie.
Sharon&Susan
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Here's the development history for this, details are subject to change, especially for the details of Phase 2:
Announced for the Disneyland Paris Resort June 18th 2024 just a few days before the movie’s premiere with an approximate 1.2 billion euro budget. No more news was announced until October 16th 2024 where it was confirmed in the Mojang News Block to be located in Walt Disney Studios Paris near Arrendale: World of Frozen. Construction started April 8th 2025.
Once the outdoor track went up starting in June of 2025, speculation arose that the ride system was Dynamic’s Duel Powered Coaster, this would be officially confirmed at D23 2025. This started a war in the Disney fandom community, as the ride system was leaked along with information that none of the original characters from the Pixar movie would make it into the land at opening. Some hated this decision and declared that the land would “Not be Disney” without them. Others agreed with the decision, saying that the inclusion of such characters would date the expansion. Many were just happy that Kyle the Cute Creeper wouldn’t make an appearance.
In 2026 through a Disney Parks Blog post Disney confirmed that there would be a Phase Two with a quick service restaurant and a small flat ride. At D23 2027 the name for the roller coaster and land, and an opening date of June 2nd 2028 was given at the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Panel.
Construction finished April 22nd 2028 with a short preopening previews in May. On June 2nd 2028, Minecraft:Insert Name Here opened up to the public with a grand opening ceremony featuring the French voice actors for Steve and Kyle the Cute Creeper were present along with Mojang president Tilverka Lundin. It quickly boosted attendance numbers and a few months later clones of Minecraft:Insert Name Here were announced for WDW and Hong Kong Disneyland.
Coming tomorrow, the in-universe backstory for our ride.
Announced for the Disneyland Paris Resort June 18th 2024 just a few days before the movie’s premiere with an approximate 1.2 billion euro budget. No more news was announced until October 16th 2024 where it was confirmed in the Mojang News Block to be located in Walt Disney Studios Paris near Arrendale: World of Frozen. Construction started April 8th 2025.
Once the outdoor track went up starting in June of 2025, speculation arose that the ride system was Dynamic’s Duel Powered Coaster, this would be officially confirmed at D23 2025. This started a war in the Disney fandom community, as the ride system was leaked along with information that none of the original characters from the Pixar movie would make it into the land at opening. Some hated this decision and declared that the land would “Not be Disney” without them. Others agreed with the decision, saying that the inclusion of such characters would date the expansion. Many were just happy that Kyle the Cute Creeper wouldn’t make an appearance.
In 2026 through a Disney Parks Blog post Disney confirmed that there would be a Phase Two with a quick service restaurant and a small flat ride. At D23 2027 the name for the roller coaster and land, and an opening date of June 2nd 2028 was given at the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Panel.
Construction finished April 22nd 2028 with a short preopening previews in May. On June 2nd 2028, Minecraft:Insert Name Here opened up to the public with a grand opening ceremony featuring the French voice actors for Steve and Kyle the Cute Creeper were present along with Mojang president Tilverka Lundin. It quickly boosted attendance numbers and a few months later clones of Minecraft:Insert Name Here were announced for WDW and Hong Kong Disneyland.
Coming tomorrow, the in-universe backstory for our ride.
Outbound
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PROJECT MANAGER -- DAY 6 / 7
So compared to the other team we have a lot less activity, but I'm hoping that's because we are all being productive behind the scenes. The Minecraft Build is taking shape and will be finished tonight, so I can film the video tomorrow. Happy Fourth of July! Red: Not Taken
Orange: In Progress
Green: Complete
- BUILDERS: If you have Minecraft, you can help with the building of the miniland.
- WRITE-UPS: Alongside the video will be a write-up variant of the project so we don't lose points with some of the judges.
- BACKSTORY: Nothing too complicated, but I've noticed hints Disney making a movie with Minecraft in some of the concept art, so should probably have a small section dedicated to that.
- THE RIDE: We've already begun talking about this earlier up. Will want to work with the builders to make sure it's all accurate.
- THE GIFT SHOP: You can see the Gift Shop already constructed in the progress images above. It's a spruce building the ride exits out of. Sells Minecraft-themed merchandise.
- A LOOK TO PHASE 2: A brief summary of some things that will come in the second phase of the land.
- CONCEPT ART: Always a nice addition.
- PRESENTATION: I will be editing this all into a very nice video by the round's end.
Sharon&Susan
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Here's the backstory:
Harken all adventures, welcome to a creative oasis known as Minecraft: The World! Here “the players” have created a fabulous world beyond believing. With the hub of it being New Tral City. To reach the city from the wilderness, you must use their marvelous minecart system from the Middlepoint Mining Haven.
But watch out, the wilderness here is really wild! Expect to see all sorts of danger on your way to New Tral such as poisonous giant spiders, skeletons, a Nether Fortress, and a trip underwater. You may even see The End and encounter the Ender Dragon!
I notice the developmental details in the introduction are different than what I wrote in my developmental history. I'm not sure what Outbound wants to do about that.
Harken all adventures, welcome to a creative oasis known as Minecraft: The World! Here “the players” have created a fabulous world beyond believing. With the hub of it being New Tral City. To reach the city from the wilderness, you must use their marvelous minecart system from the Middlepoint Mining Haven.
But watch out, the wilderness here is really wild! Expect to see all sorts of danger on your way to New Tral such as poisonous giant spiders, skeletons, a Nether Fortress, and a trip underwater. You may even see The End and encounter the Ender Dragon!
I notice the developmental details in the introduction are different than what I wrote in my developmental history. I'm not sure what Outbound wants to do about that.
Outbound
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PROJECT MANAGER -- DAY 7 / 7
Here we go! The final stretch! Ace and I are putting the finishing touches on the build. Today, I'll be working on creating a video of the build for our main project. However, I'll also be working with the rest of you on the Google Doc so we can get that ready as our written format. Make sure to get your stuff posted on the Doc before the deadline.
Team NuOrbis: Minecraft Project
No video game has reached the level of worldwide phenomenon as Minecraft. With over 200 million players, it's one of the most popular video games in the world, and has spawned a franchise beyond just the game: three spinoff games and dozens of toys. With youth still dressing up as “Minecraft” ...
docs.google.com
Red: Not Taken
Orange: In Progress
Green: Complete
- BUILDERS: If you have Minecraft, you can help with the building of the miniland.
- WRITE-UPS: Alongside the video will be a write-up variant of the project so we don't lose points with some of the judges.
- BACKSTORY: Nothing too complicated, but I've noticed hints Disney making a movie with Minecraft in some of the concept art, so should probably have a small section dedicated to that.
- THE RIDE: We've already begun talking about this earlier up. Will want to work with the builders to make sure it's all accurate.
- THE GIFT SHOP: You can see the Gift Shop already constructed in the progress images above. It's a spruce building the ride exits out of. Sells Minecraft-themed merchandise.
- A LOOK TO PHASE 2: A brief summary of some things that will come in the second phase of the land.
- CONCEPT ART: Always a nice addition.
- PRESENTATION: I will be editing this all into a very nice video by the round's end.
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pix
Well-Known Member
PROJECT MANAGER -- DAY 7 / 7Here we go! The final stretch! Ace and I are putting the finishing touches on the build. Today, I'll be working on creating a video of the build for our main project. However, I'll also be working with the rest of you on the Google Doc so we can get that ready as our written format. Make sure to get your stuff posted on the Doc before the deadline.
Team NuOrbis: Minecraft Project
No video game has reached the level of worldwide phenomenon as Minecraft. With over 200 million players, it's one of the most popular video games in the world, and has spawned a franchise beyond just the game: three spinoff games and dozens of toys. With youth still dressing up as “Minecraft” ...
Red: Not Taken
Orange: In Progress
Green: Complete
- BUILDERS: If you have Minecraft, you can help with the building of the miniland.
- WRITE-UPS: Alongside the video will be a write-up variant of the project so we don't lose points with some of the judges.
- BACKSTORY: Nothing too complicated, but I've noticed hints Disney making a movie with Minecraft in some of the concept art, so should probably have a small section dedicated to that.
- THE RIDE: We've already begun talking about this earlier up. Will want to work with the builders to make sure it's all accurate.
- THE GIFT SHOP: You can see the Gift Shop already constructed in the progress images above. It's a spruce building the ride exits out of. Sells Minecraft-themed merchandise.
- A LOOK TO PHASE 2: A brief summary of some things that will come in the second phase of the land.
- CONCEPT ART: Always a nice addition.
- PRESENTATION: I will be editing this all into a very nice video by the round's end.
Was going to put all my stuff in the doc tonight but my dog got out and there was a big whole ordeal she is home safe now but I'm dead.
montydysquith-navarro
Well-Known Member
- In the Parks
- No
AceAstro
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The ride is basically complete.
It goes as follows:
1. Plains past some animals and a tiny tiny village (with villagers)
2. Desert with a wandering trader and large lava pool
3. Jungle with animals everywhere (ocelots and pandas included) then through a jungle temple
4. Underwater! Travel through the ocean to see fish!
5. Frozen tundra. Come above the sea to see polar bears and a large snow peak
6. Caves. Abandoned Mine Shaft and Cave Spiders included
7. Hop through a nether portal in the caves to get to the nether! Colorful scariness awaits (thanks to the new update)
8. Hop back through the nether portal into a Woodland mansion
9. From the mansion, go to the End! Complete with Enderman and a full Ender Dragon!
10. You escape the end to head back to your city! A city built up by each and every one of the dreamers who play the game Minecraft!
montydysquith-navarro
Well-Known Member
- In the Parks
- No
Sounds great! Would you mind giving us a "ride-through" video of what's done so far so I can accurately describe the experience for the write-up?
AceAstro
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It's not perfect (still working on speed through the second half and missing most mobs) but it will give you an idea:
montydysquith-navarro
Well-Known Member
- In the Parks
- No
Right, so I'm done with the ride write-up section (based on @Outbound and @AceAstro's outline and ride design). It's up on the Google Doc already, so let me know what you guys think of it. Although personally, I think it's a bit too straightforward (which I guess is the point, since the land is based on the game and not the movie anyway).
AceAstro
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It looks great! Thank you!!