In #modhelp I always stumbled against a question that was frequently asked (more like a meme) ; How do I Map? Very simple question right, you'll point them guides and tell them few tricks here and there, but at the end, they have a ton of information, and don't know what to do with it. So I wanted to make a guide that was a little different, I'm not going to explain what is a circle, slider, making a pattern (If you are new first read these!). I want to explain how to get over most problems many mappers have and answer some questions... So let's begin! Note that I will be talking from my experience, any information here might not be correct or relevant, thanks for understanding. • How To Rank a Beatmap? ○ If you are new here, or even a long time member of the community, and haven't got a ranked map, Don't Worry! First off, You might think reaching a category as Ranked and Loved is an accomplishment, but in my opinion you would be wrong! Many people nowadays care for Rankability > Quality , But that's shouldn't be the case! It's good to have something to push you to further map, but think about it, do I want a beatmap that is of low quality and go ranked, or do i want to make good quality beatmaps first, and then improve and reach ranked?
Ranking a beatmap is a test of time, so improving to the point where you and others are happy with your beatmap is the best thing to do! • But I've spent so much time beatmapping, Yet I still can't improve. HELP? ○ okokchill... Be patient, as I said, ranking a beatmap is a test of time, But I still want to point out things that might help you map better!
• Get out of your Comfort zone. Every person thinks differently, and when they are given sliders and circles (and spinners zzzzzzzz) they arrange them differently, even though some people say their mapping style changes every time, is that really so? <----- This is the point I'm trying to bring, arrange circles and sliders differently then what you normally would (of course take Rhythm - Emphasis - Structure - Flow - Aesthetics into consideration too!). Start something different, and the result would be different as well (and hopefully better).
• Take your time! Mapping is a long process, Even though there are some fast beatmappers, take your time and put thought into every object! Is that object following your concept / theme. Be patient and know if you are doubting something in your map, 90% of the time there is something wrong with it.
• (This is a step I personally disagree with, but I'm going to put it here anyways!) Watch how your favorite mappers map, look at their beatmaps, analyze them and try to mimic what they are doing (NO, dont go copy, pasting their beatmaps, just see what are the characteristics and correlations between the objects, and start you own pattern that way)(As long as you place your objects, its not plagiarizing). That way you'll find your own style of mapping! • How can i Find my own style without people criticizing me? ○Oh, well I'm glad you asked (LOL). Whenever you ask someone to give you opinions on your map, they will often be truthful (and if not, ask them to be). Some people will give you constructive criticism and some people can also be mean, don't get offended if someone is being that way, they don't want to offend you, they just have that sort of attitude. And you will know if someone is being <helpful + attitude> or they are being a complete <douche>. In any case, take into consideration what they said, their criticism can be helpful so don't completely ignore what they said, People are trying to help, not to make your map worse, so don't be delusional! Now getting back on track, think of a mapping style as a house, yes a house,
when you are home, that is your own territory, you feel comfy and it's just a nice place right? Well now imagine going into a different house, for example a cottage, It's not Beautiful, but it's not bad. Can you give tips on how to make that cottage better? You can, and you will often influence your personality into that house. Well when other people talk about your house truthfully, would you be offended, or take that as a better way to improve? See where I'm going. That's why sometimes you need to get of your comfort zone and see you house (or in this case your map) into third person. It's difficult, but with time everything is achievable!
ALSO HAVE FUN, if you don't enjoy what you are doing... well maybe that thing isn't for you...
Welp that's it, I might add up more questions here so feel free to ask any, (I think I'm in the right thread and I hope this helped)
The Art of ; Beatmapping
Ranking a beatmap is a test of time, so improving to the point where you and others are happy with your beatmap is the best thing to do!
• Get out of your Comfort zone. Every person thinks differently, and when they are given sliders and circles (and spinners zzzzzzzz) they arrange them differently, even though some people say their mapping style changes every time, is that really so? <----- This is the point I'm trying to bring, arrange circles and sliders differently then what you normally would (of course take Rhythm - Emphasis - Structure - Flow - Aesthetics into consideration too!). Start something different, and the result would be different as well (and hopefully better).
• Take your time! Mapping is a long process, Even though there are some fast beatmappers, take your time and put thought into every object! Is that object following your concept / theme. Be patient and know if you are doubting something in your map, 90% of the time there is something wrong with it.
• (This is a step I personally disagree with, but I'm going to put it here anyways!) Watch how your favorite mappers map, look at their beatmaps, analyze them and try to mimic what they are doing (NO, dont go copy, pasting their beatmaps, just see what are the characteristics and correlations between the objects, and start you own pattern that way)(As long as you place your objects, its not plagiarizing). That way you'll find your own style of mapping!
when you are home, that is your own territory, you feel comfy and it's just a nice place right? Well now imagine going into a different house, for example a cottage, It's not Beautiful, but it's not bad. Can you give tips on how to make that cottage better? You can, and you will often influence your personality into that house. Well when other people talk about your house truthfully, would you be offended, or take that as a better way to improve? See where I'm going. That's why sometimes you need to get of your comfort zone and see you house (or in this case your map) into third person. It's difficult, but with time everything is achievable!
ALSO HAVE FUN, if you don't enjoy what you are doing... well maybe that thing isn't for you...
Welp that's it, I might add up more questions here so feel free to ask any, (I think I'm in the right thread and I hope this helped)