'Nocturne' *SPOTLIGHTED*

[IceMaiden]

'Nocturne' by IceMaiden
Co-created with my son, Khalith_, this is my picture-book portrayal of 'The Firebird' story from 'Fantasia' set to the music 'Nocturne', composed by Rolf Lovland.

Following a long winter, a beautiful Spring Sprite is awakened by her faithful companion, a noble elk.

As she attempts to restore life to the forest, the sprite accidentally awakens the Firebird Spirit of a nearbly volcano, innocently unleashing a powerful force of nature.

Angered, the Firebird destroys everything in her path, seemingly including the sprite. After the destruction, the diminishing sprite is restored to life by her loyal companion, and forest life is reborn with her.





Special thanks to Khalith_, without whom this would be another walkthrough! Extra special thanks to mistervista and mrsvista for their tireless support, encouragement and expert advice, and for spotting my deliberate mistakes! Of course, many thanks to Rhy for his technical assistance and for letting me drive him mad for the past 9 months! Also thanks to geddez for play testing and not breaking anything!

After many months of corner editing, stickering and tearing my own hair out, here at last I present to you 'Nocturne', a music level. I have left a little piece of my heart and soul in it.

Icey

[moonwire•]

Ohhh, I have seen a movie about this I found it really beautiful, got to check it right away when I play

[javi haguse]

Oh my! u got a new level?!
I'll definitely check this one when I get home!
Looks awesome!

[X-FROGBOY-X]

Looks cool!

[mrsvista]

Another marvellous, musical and visual spectacle Icey

You have chosen a beautiful piece of music to use in this level and your heart and soul are clearly visible in the wonderful visuals you have crafted.
It has been a joy for mrv and I to watch this level progress from start to finish and I must say the finished article is brilliant, well done.

Khalith_ has once again made an excellent job of the music in the level and your portrayal of this lovely story with your amazing characters and stickering talents is just perfect. The music alone brings a tear to my eye, when I hear it.

Mr Rhy must also get a mention for his part in this awesome level

and a great big

To celebrate the publishing of your level, I'm going to have a lovely bowl of leek soup!

[IceMaiden]

To celebrate the publishing of your level, I'm going to have a lovely bowl of leek soup!

Lololooloo mrsv! I'm sorry, leek soup is off the menu!

[Khalith_]

If there's a piece of your heart and soul in it, does that mean it's a horcrux? :/

Had fun with the music on this one, and I must say you've more than done it justice with the visuals! Looks so beautiful it's brought a tear to me eye. ^^

[Rhyfelwr]

Another stunning creation by a very stunning creator!

This level ooses quality from every pore (or stitch in sackboy's case). The music is hauntingly beautiful and the visuals.... omg the visuals... I wept... seriously.

I am so glad you made this music level and can really say all the hard work has paid off.

I love you!

Rhy

[Dragonvarsity]

I played this level and it was amazing, the detail was outsatding and I loved how you made such an amazing level with great pictures and the song was awesome You definitely deserve , and a mention on my blog. Great job.

[mistervista]

Wonderful work again Icey. Thankyou for letting me and mrsv share the experience of seeing this masterpiece take shape. It's an honour to be able to help, even in a small way, such a talented creator.

The visuals are breathtaking of course and I know full well how much heart and passion you've put into this level, not to mention many many hours of hard work. Be assured that it was all worth it because you have created yet another spectacularly beautiful and emotional experience. Your creation skills and Khalith's musical prowess are a powerful combination and to quote Rhyfelwr it is "hauntingly beautiful" and leaves me with a lump in my throat every time I play it.

Before you started this level I didn't know anything of the 'Fantasia' story or the music but having seen it since on youtube I'm glad you opened my eyes to it and you have more than done it justice.

Congratulations Icey. I hope the level is a great success for you, it certainly deserves it.

I'm really looking forward to seeing what you, Khalith and Rhy come up with in LBP2 with all the new tools. That is something to savour.

[L1GhTmArE]

Dang, now im torn between Frog Chorus and this level . The visuals were so good for a music level and music just brung the visuals to life. It was like a silent story book(silent as in no words were spoken XD). This level has the complete package. Definately 5 stars and a heart. Good work you two!

[Gilgamesh•]

Wow. I think you've really outdone yourself with this level.

I could really feel the story and emotion in each of the scenes. It really shows that every single part was carefully and masterfully crafted. I found myself riveted to the screen, trying to take it all in. It was very beautiful.

The music blended really well with the imagery and helped to set the tone and connect all of the scenes together. The flow of the music also seemed surprisingly natural, though maybe that's simply my impression.

Overall an amazing, impressive and beautiful work of art.
and 'd

[beakeroo]

I'm off to check this out now, can you take a look at mine, I'd appreciate the feedback

http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/sho...ruck-Adventure

[Ninjaferret22]

I loved the movie, and I love the level even more :P You did a great job on capturing the emotion of the story, in my opinion ^^

[beakeroo]

Not my kind of level to be honest as i'm an action junky yet even i could appreciate the beauty here, very nice job indeed.

http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/sho...ruck-Adventure

Could you check my one out please?