MinesterTheFloop

*flatly* O. M. G. What the heck is that beast?

Hello Mine-imator users! Today I have some important and exciting news concerning the next update.. we've decided that since Minecraft 1.13 is taking a while to be released, we went ahead and merged 1.1.5 into 1.2. (So the next update is no longer 1.1.5 but instead 1.2.)
Now, enough progress has been made on 1.2 to show off some of its many features! (Be wary that 1.2 is still in active development, however.)
Glow effect for objects and bright blocks/models(Optional)

Collapsable checkboxes

Bloom camera effect

Animatable DOF blur size

Sprite particle angle settings

Biome color tinting and hiding during different render modes

Spinning items
(Spin offset option has since been removed as you can rotate the items with keyframes.)

Edit: Blocky bending for arms/legs

The update's development is going rather well, however I did have to scrap specular lighting due to complications with the texturing system Mine-imator had, so I focused my efforts on the addition and improvement of other features to the update. The next update is still planned for release after Minecraft 1.13 with its accompanying mobs and blocks, so in the meantime, happy animating!

This is a compilation of thoughts and advice I have for new users on the forums. We'll have some moral issues, tips on improving yourself, and basic advice on creating rigs, wallpapers, and animations. Keep in mind: I AM NOT AN EXPERT. Take every bit of advice I give you with a HUGE grain of salt, as I still have a bit to learn about the community myself. Don't take this as the Bible of the forums. This is completely unofficial and should not be taken as your go-to guide to anything on the forums. All that being said, any veterans reading this, it would be great if you could suggest things to add, change, or remove.
General Forum Tips:
Making a Topic:
Fad And Monster School:
Flame Wars:
Random Talk Section:
Achieving "Smooth Animation":
Criticism and "Hate":
Tips on Rigging:
Tips on Wallpapers:
Tips on Animation:
And finally, @AnxiousCynic has an awesome tutorial series teaching you Mine-imator from the ground up. I highly recommend it to anyone, not just those who are starting out.
Final Words:
Don't ever be discouraged. Improvement is built on mistakes. I guarantee you, your stuff will suck in the beginning. Just keep at it, everyone has potential! Like I said at the start, I'm not an expert, but I hope this collection of tutorials and advice has helped you! If there are any veterans who have more to add, feel free to tell me and I'll make sure to change it up.
 
 
Update History:
 

My first Modelbench creation, the Hurrikale from Plants VS Zombies 2.
Images:
Features:
Bendable Stem. Front and back leaves are independent of each other. Download: http://www.mediafire.com/file/nnrs2wc1snmpmnc/Hurrikale+Model.rar

Hey folks! It's been a while since my last wallpaper, so I decided to get back to work!  Enjoy!

Custom models created using Modelbench, rendered with Mine-imator, color graded in Photoshop CC 2018, light rays created by Trapcode Shine for After Effects 2018

Original model from ItemBound: https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/texture-packs/itembound-16x
I'm just constantly pushing these rigs out for your amusement. So, here's a toilet.
Images:
Download: http://www.mediafire.com/file/bxyfu6fde2y1dj8/Toilet+Rig.zip
Includes features like:
Openable & closeable lid. Liftable seat. Removable tank lid. Compatible with Mine-imator 1.0.6 and over.
You don't have to give credit, but it would be appreciated.

boi, use Youtube, or a gif, or something else

Here's some movement/walking tests
Criticism is appreciated 
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-cjrWXfsfRFQ1hscEpWaFpDSTg/view?usp=sharing Slime and Magma Cube jump
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-cjrWXfsfRFU0pOUW9MdkJNWGM/view?usp=sharing Witch walking

Here's some movement/walking tests
Criticism is appreciated 
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-cjrWXfsfRFQ1hscEpWaFpDSTg/view?usp=sharing Slime and Magma Cube jump
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-cjrWXfsfRFU0pOUW9MdkJNWGM/view?usp=sharing Witch walking

Download the final 1.1.0 from here with the latest features and bugfixes:
 
 

Enjoy

OK, there's a butt now. I'm done.

O___O

I think he's planning to do that, with him asking for our skins and all.

I wanna download this mod, but I want @Emunator's Fullscreen mod, too. 
The struggles. 
I could go for a mod manager of some sort for Mine-Imator to be able to run multiple mods using only one version of Mine-Imator. 

Note for users: The mod has been discontinued, so do not expect any future updates or patches for bugs.
 
Version 3 (5/3/16):
Additions:
+You can save projects for 1.0.6 Vanilla by pressing the second save button to the right. (Credit to David for helping getting this to work.)
 
Version 2 (4/14/16):
Changes:
+Fixed Vines so now vines use the biome foliage color instead of the a bright-ish green color.
Additions:
+Added Custom Biome Color Selection. (Credit to @David for taking one for the team and helping fix a bug which was delaying the second version. )
 
Version 1 (4/10/16):
Changes:
+Dark Oak/Acacia leaves now use the biome color instead of a default color.
+Fixed the desert biome's foliage color so it now matches Minecraft's foliage color.
Addition:
+Added Mesa biome option.
 
Pictures:



*Vignette effect not included.
 
The following shows screenshots of the same project being opened in Mine-imator Vanilla 1.0.6-- the first being saved normally with the mod, the second being saved for Mine-imator 1.0.6.
Note: If you're using the mesa biome or custom biome and click "save for 1.0.6", the biome type will be set to plains.
 
 
Downloads removed due to mod being outdated
 
Known bugs:
 

Harro ebberbuddi.
Welcome to...
THE INSTA-COLLAB!
RRRRules:
Only INSTANT transitions!
You can make anything you like in the room, but make sure you don't move the camera.
Render in HD 1080p, 60 FPS, Video quality: High.
You can make a ton of entries if you like.
The max length of the entry is 60 seconds, or 1 minute.
Make sure the first and last keyframes are both empty. (Nobody in the room)
To make sure none of the actions get cut off, make a camera keyframe 5 keyframes after the final action.
Make sure you have a download link for your completed entry. It's too much of a hassle for me to convert each and every YouTube video.
No music, but sounds are allowed.
That's all the rules! Here's the file for the project:
http://www.mediafire.com/download/lk6n6c312gu5dmi/Insta-Collab.zip
And an example:
DEDLINE: May 2nd, 2016.
And that's it! Have fun! (Also, I need help finding music for the final thing)

Harro ebberbuddi.
Welcome to...
THE INSTA-COLLAB!
RRRRules:
Only INSTANT transitions!
You can make anything you like in the room, but make sure you don't move the camera.
Render in HD 1080p, 60 FPS, Video quality: High.
You can make a ton of entries if you like.
The max length of the entry is 60 seconds, or 1 minute.
Make sure the first and last keyframes are both empty. (Nobody in the room)
To make sure none of the actions get cut off, make a camera keyframe 5 keyframes after the final action.
Make sure you have a download link for your completed entry. It's too much of a hassle for me to convert each and every YouTube video.
No music, but sounds are allowed.
That's all the rules! Here's the file for the project:
http://www.mediafire.com/download/lk6n6c312gu5dmi/Insta-Collab.zip
And an example:
DEDLINE: May 2nd, 2016.
And that's it! Have fun! (Also, I need help finding music for the final thing)

It's such a shame.
Frossa here locked


And so I got sad.
So I rounded up the skins of a few other people who liked it (@MinesterTheFloop, me, @Kaxx, @TheGodOfTrouble, and @RainbowFox8391) and made a little wallpaper.

[Unedited]:


My first ever gloomy anything.
Sorry @Super Gohan Gamer, your skin wasn't working, but heh, you won!
It did end... who knew.
Also, yes I know I loved that game way too much. but so did everyone mentioned above. also, I knw I'm overreacting to it being locked... I think i'm alone in that. but idc, I'm sad
Good? maybe?

Hey everyone! I'm sure you've all noticed how sluggish the servers are, from frequent 500 errors to duplication of 1 out of 3 messages, it's very annoying, and I decided to make a comic about it! Enjoy!

Rendered with Mine-imator 1.0.6, edited using Photoshop CC 2015. Featuring @Frossa and @David

Hello everyone! By the title, I guess you know what this means?
MIND THE GAP 3!
Now this will be the final MTG collab, but there is no pressure to participate!
Here are the rules
1. The characters cannot make it across the gap and survive.
2. You are not limited to how many entries you can make
3. The max is 25 seconds on your entry.
4. This project needs to look continuous with its entries, so don't recolor anything or move the scenery
5. Render at HDV 720, 60 FPS, High quality, MP4 format
6. Don't add music
7. PLEASE SEND ME THE FILE NOT THE YOUTUBE VIDEO LINK
8. PM me the entry. If it isn't PMed to me it will not be accepted.
9. Make sure it has a watermark.
10. Give me your main skin/rig and channel link when you send it in.
11. DO NOT move the camera unless you get confirmation from me first.
12. The set has to be empty at the beginning and the end of your entry. Everything must come in and go off.
13. Your deadline is April 30th. That gives you 3 weeks to make it.
 
That should be it. Here is the project file!
 
Here is the reference video
 

"Bullying Zombies"
Are you kidding me that's murder not bullying

The video kind of explains it. I need voices and skins for my new animation series, Nick and Pyro Piggy's Minecraftian Mishaps.
Casting Call for voices: https://www.castingcall.club/projects/nick-pyro-piggy-s-minecraftian-mishaps-side-roles-needed
Guidelines for voices:
1. Have a good mic.
2. Be reliable, meaning that you have to send your lines on time. 
3. Send your audition through a PM or Casting Call Club. 
If you want to be a cameo in my new series, plop your skin in a reply or leave it in a comment!
I think that's it. Bai! *poof*

The video kind of explains it. I need voices and skins for my new animation series, Nick and Pyro Piggy's Minecraftian Mishaps.
Casting Call for voices: https://www.castingcall.club/projects/nick-pyro-piggy-s-minecraftian-mishaps-side-roles-needed
Guidelines for voices:
1. Have a good mic.
2. Be reliable, meaning that you have to send your lines on time. 
3. Send your audition through a PM or Casting Call Club. 
If you want to be a cameo in my new series, plop your skin in a reply or leave it in a comment!
I think that's it. Bai! *poof*