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Recent downtime - December 18, 2004

From Ramsus:

"My ISP changed my IP address last week, which is why the site has been inaccessible. After I discovered the issue, I updated the DNS nameservers so that they now point to the correct IP again. Everything should be back to normal in a day or so."

Chrono Trigger II: The Brink of Time Cancelled

BrownMan has closed his sequel to Chrono Trigger in RPGMaker2003, Chrono Trigger II: The Brink of Time; the reason he cited was that his father reformatted his computer without his permission a day before he was to upload the demo. After losing so much hard work, he no longer wishes to continue, and has joined the Chrono Trigger Remake Project, at http://www.chrono-trigger.com. Good luck to him there.

New Fanfiction: Habeas Cronos

A new piece of fanfiction has been posted, called Habeas Cronos. It is part over-analysis, part comedic interpretation of Crono's trial in the Kingdom of Guardia, written by a law student for an evidentiary class (the entry won the contest). He has allowed it to be posted on the Compendium under anonymity. Be sure to have a laugh and check out Habeas Cronos.

===Music Section (Mostly) Complete=== --ZeaLitY 23:29, 1 Dec 2004 (CST)

Music has been mostly finished; the only elements lacking are images for the albums and official releases and a few Areas/Events played entries that are missing (if you can, fill these in if you know when/where a song plays). In case you haven't been following the Music section:

-Listings for all .spc, .psf, official and unofficial albums with Chrono music
-Listings for all known, good remixes, including VGMix and OCReMix
-Song information for each track, including composer, areas/events played, original title in romaji
-Also on song information are listings of what albums, releases, and remixes the song appears in
-Tons of remixes not available on VGMix.com or ocremix.org

Check it out, and go crazy with it. This is an extremely useful tool to Chrono audiophiles.

===Legacies of the Fallen Added=== --ZeaLitY 14:30, 29 Nov 2004 (CST)

Jinx and Jedi, two fanfiction authors who host their own site, http://www.lunaescence.com, have graciously allowed the Compendium to host their venture into Chrono series fanfiction, called Legacies of the Fallen. The story details a Zealian nobleman who, while present at the Ocean Palace, is thrown twenty years into the future to find that his home no longer exists. It's written in a captivating style and is suggested reading. Check it out in Selected_Fanfiction.

===Temporal Flux Released=== --ZeaLitY 11:34, 24 Nov 2004 (CST)

Temporal Flux is the ultimate editor for Chrono Trigger. Here are Evil Peer's words, from http://board.acmlm.org/thread.php?id=8041

~ Now comes the part where I make many of you very happy and a few of you very sad. You see, the teaser patch was just a big swerve. Temporal Flux is not a ROM hack at all.

Temporal Flux is an editor.

You've tried my other programs and think they rock? You ain't seen nothing yet.

I could sit here all day and list all the features this program has, but I figure you would rather just get the bleeping thing. The boards get this first. It will be posted to Zophar's front page sometime Friday.

This program requires the .NET Framework v1.1 which is available from Windows Update and elsewhere on Microsoft's website.

http://evilpeer.net/crypt/tf102.zip (227k)

Download this update: http://evilpeer.net/crypt/tf103.update.zip

And Chickenlump has written up a manual that covers some of the basics.

http://evilpeer.net/crypt/tfmanual.zip (615k)

I have to give some special thanks to Chickenlump and JLukas. Without them, Temporal Flux would only be about half as far along as it is now.

Finally, there are some ways you can help the further development of this editor. Layer 3 tiles are not displayed or editable in this version, mostly because I do not know how to render them on top of the other tiles. And a number of Location Event commands are not fully decoded, so if you can figure some of that out, it would be a big help.

What's to come? Overworld Event and (hopefully) Layer 3 editing are scheduled for the next version. The eventual goal is to be able to edit everything (though it will probably be some time before TF is capable of that ).

Bug reports and suggestions are always welcome. If you find that you like this program so much you would like to thank me in some manner, nothing says "thank you" quite like a Donation. ~

I've begun work on a preliminary plot, and Claado Shou is doing sprites. The Chrono Compendium can hopefully take full advantage of this editor and release a modification.

===Chrono Trigger Prerelease Updated=== --ZeaLitY 21:11, 23 Nov 2004 (CST)

The Prerelease section has been updated with much information from RyogaMasaki and CuteLucca, who contributed scans from promotional cards -- his site is at http://ryoga.heypoorplayer.org/ctpp/ . Especially of interest are the aforementioned cards and Extra_Playable_Characters_(CTP), as new evidence suggests that Gaspar might have been the eighth character, and once and for all disproves Schala as the possible character. Check it out.

===BIG News=== --ZeaLitY 11:21, 20 Nov 2004 (CST)

Evil Peer, one of the foremost ROM hackers of Chrono Trigger, has released a teaser for his upcoming patch, Temporal Flux, the result of 1500 manhours of work over the last year. It appears to be a continuation of the Chrono Series storyline, featuring FATE, dark versions of the protagonist, and...well, you'll just have to see the other huge surprise in there. That talk about the rumored two characters in the Prerelease may have been untrue, but in Temporal Flux, it may become a reality. EP says the full patch is coming Nov. 24, and will only work with Non-headered ROMs (if you downloaded your CT off the net, it is probably headered). It's unknown what the storyline exactly is, or whether he has all his facts straight, but EP is very professional. For now, pick it up here:

Non-Headered ROM:
http://evilpeer.net/crypt/tftease.zip

Headered ROM:
http://evilpeer.net/crypt/tftease.headered.zip

To view it, make a copy of your CT ROM. Extract the .ips file. If you don't have a utility to apply .ips patches, hit up http://fusoya.cg-games.net/ and download Lunar IPS. Things should be self explanatory; use the utility to apply the patch and then load up the copied ROM and enjoy.

===Gaspar Chronicle Epilogue & The Edge of Forever=== --ZeaLitY 21:49, 18 Nov 2004 (CST)

Two new additions to fanfiction were added today, the first being the epilogue to my Gaspar Chronicle; the second was the first part of a short story about one of the protagonists of Chrono Trigger, written by Hadriel. Both are accessible from Selected Fanfiction. Get ready for a supplement to the Prerelease section; much information, both textual and visual, is being added things to CuteLucca and Ryoga.

===I need help.=== --ZeaLitY 22:24, 14 Nov 2004 (CST)

Check the General Discussion board. The Compendium's eating up a crazy amount of my time, so I cannot continue working on it at this pace. I need help, or else I'll feel like retiring completely. This site's going to be the ultimate in analysis and even fanfiction, but first we must get all this useless info out of the way, like the Weapons encyclopedia. If you can help me do a few entries, please, PLEASE post on that General Discussion thread called 'Message from ZeaLitY.'

===Fan Projects Completed=== --ZeaLitY 22:34, 3 Nov 2004 (CST)

I believe the Fan Projects page is finally complete. I've scoured the internet for mention of fan projects, even contacting old sources. It turns out that aside from Chrono Trigger Resurrection, there are twelve other projects, all varying in scope and methods of revitalizing and remaking the Chrono series. Click the link and check them out; many of them are in need of good talent, and we'd love to see a new one get finished.

===Nobuo Uematsu Leaves Square-Enix=== --ZeaLitY 16:24, 30 Oct 2004 (CDT)

From http://www.rpgfan.com/news/2004/1959.html

Final Fantasy composer Nobuo Uematsu has left Square Enix and is set to found his own company. Reflecting on his busy recent schedule, which included a Final Fantasy concert tour throughout Japan this year, activities related to his rock band The Black Mages as well as composer duties for last year's Hanjuku Eiyuu Tai 3D and the upcoming Final Fantasy XII, Uematsu mentioned, it might be best for him to become a freelance composer. However, he mentioned that there is still a possibility his relationship with his former employer will continue. Looking back Uematsu said he really liked his compositions for Final Fantasy VI, VII and VIII and will never forget Final Fantasy VIII's main theme Eyes on Me.

===Zealous Entropy=== --ZeaLitY 21:24, 22 Oct 2004 (CDT)

A fantastic new Corridors of Time remix has been released on VGMix.com. It clocks in at 10:29, featuring excerpts from the citizens of Zeal and a beautiful soundscape founded on excellent guitarwork. Ashane does extremely well in imparting the airy and majestic feel of Zeal. October must be the months of knock-out Chrono Trigger arrangements (see "The Queen with the Silver Eyes (Dream Extension)"), as this is the second one yet. Regardless, stop reading and hit it up: 'Zealous Entropy' by Ashane.

===Gaspar 3 Released=== --ZeaLitY 21:15, 21 Oct 2004 (CDT)

Softly, but deeply, the thunder rolled across the plains of the central continent, ushered in part by the longest night of nights, and a drifting rain that aimlessly wandered in search of a realm it had forgotten. The stars, though covered by the dreary, but tender mists, were nonetheless present, overseeing from regions faraway; strikes of lightning emanated a power – though not malicious, it was a declaration of strength – strength with beauty; strength with kindness; strength that demanded respect, and caressed those who gave it. It was currently set about creating a nocturnal symphony of showers and rumbles – a serenading duet between the land’s patter and refreshment from the azure drops, and the heavy, weeping sky.

Such is the beginning of Gaspar III. Echo of the Flame, my third and final installment in the Gaspar Chronicle. Gaspar, Magus, and Serge at last confront their fears in this epic conclusion. Check it out, as I need feedback. Gaspar III. Echo of the Flame.

===New Fanart Up=== --ZeaLitY 17:31, 19 Oct 2004 (CDT)

This isn't a huge release or anything, but the Fanart section is finally geared up and running. We've got a completed sprite based off the Strange Gun Emplacement (CTP), and a render of Enhasa that UnforgivingEdges of OCR found on http://www.3DKingdom.org. Check them out under Compendium presentations, and if you have any of your own work, feel free to upload it and add it to the Fanart page following my example.

===Chrono Trigger Movie Soundtrack Remix Project & The Queen with the Silver Eyes=== --ZeaLitY 20:47, 16 Oct 2004 (CDT)

Claado Shou has finally unveiled the CT Movie Soundtrack Remix Project, an effort to build a conceptual orchestral soundtrack off recommended tracks for a possible Chrono Trigger movie. No, there is no Chrono Trigger movie being made; however, Claado Shou, who three years of film classes under his belt, has painstakingly written a script that has undergone nine revisions. An audition stage lasts until November 5th, after which a mixing stage occurs, in which remixers will choose scenes to score. An orchestral soundfont is being provided for the arrangers. Resources:

SCRIPT: http://www.trenzhost.com/files/Claado%20Shou/CT%20Movie%20Script.rtf. In order to read the script fully-formatted, go to www.finaldraft.com and download the Final Draft 7 demo, then C&P the text into that program. Out will come a properly-formatted script.
OST LISTING: http://www.trenzhost.com/files/Claado%20Shou/CT%20Movie%20OST.rtf. The entire thing is self-explanatory (remember, RECOMMENDED songs).
AUDITION GUIDELINES: http://www.trenzhost.com/files/Claado%20Shou/CT%20Movie%20Audition.rtf. This is the set of guidelines for all of you auditioning, and I ask that if you want clarification, you PM me or ask within this thread, and I'll do my best to make it absolutely clear. No assumptions, please.
PLOT OUTLINE: http://www.trenzhost.com/files/Claado%20Shou/CT%20Movie%20Outline.rtf. For those of you who want to know what the hell happens without reading 130 pages of script.
BANNER: http://www.trenzhost.com/files/Claado%20Shou/CT-MSRP.BMP. Something I made myself, an optional banner for those participating in the project. Please download and upload to your own hosting agent, so you don't leech my bandwidth.

I'm not even going to attempt to cover anything else on this Compendium newsbreak, so save me the trouble and go to http://www.ocremix.org/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=45588&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0 to get the entire story on this fantastic project.

Lastly, an extremely well-executed Zeal Palace remix which fell through the cracks of VGMix 1 & 2 has been brought to the light once more. zykO - The Queen with the Silver Eyes (Dream Extension) takes the listener to a powerful soundscape perfectly capturing the despondency and decadence of the fall of Zeal and its queen. Grab it here.

===Chronology Completed; Hope for CT: Resurrection Fans=== --ZeaLitY 15:39, 13 Oct 2004 (CDT)

Well, it took two days, but the Chronology encyclopedia has been completed. One can access every relevant date or interval in the Chrono series to observe what transpired, and one can view specifically all the events that occurred in a particular timeline. Check it out. Additionally, the Chrono Remixing scene is putting out tremors. Be on the watch for a big update this Friday. Lastly, tssf of the former Chrono Trigger: Resurrection project has stated that he will continue to remix the entire soundtrack of Chrono Trigger in addition to what was done for the project and release the entire collection in the future. Thanks go to the Compendium member marr0w for pointing this out.

===Chronology Version 1.5 Released=== --ZeaLitY 18:26, 11 Oct 2004 (CDT)

My Chronology, the first effort by those who posted in the CT/RD/CC/CB thread on OCReMix long ago (eventually giving rise to the Compendium), has been updated for hopefully the final time. The Mid-Dimension Timelines have been added, as well as timelines for the Bend of Time and the Temporal Vortex. The effort to catalogue this information by timeline and date in the Chronology section of the encyclopedia can now begin; the complete Chronology .txt file can be found here.

===Project ZEAL Underway=== - --ZeaLitY 10:47, 6 Oct 2004 (CDT)

If you've visited the forums lately, you may have noticed the creation of a special forum for something called 'Project ZEAL.' Project ZEAL is a community-wide effort to produce rich fanfiction by representing a number of writing styles and outlooks on the Chrono series; several authors collaborate in writing scenes using a few Chrono series characters and several ones of their own creation. The plot is deeply interesting and its development has led to an excellent mythos in the series. If you'd like to check it out, private message me on the forums or post in the General Discussion Thread 'Anyone interested in a fanfiction project?".

===New ReMixes Released=== - --ZeaLitY 17:04, 27 Sep 2004 (CDT)

In the last week, five new remixes have been released at www.ocremix.org and www.vgmix.com. Check them out:

-OCReMix - 'Far Away Memories' by Neil Benjamin
-VGMix - 'Castletop Scramble' by DJ Naptime
-VGMix - 'The Fall of Zeal' by Darangen
-VGMix - 'To Far Away Times (revisited)' by JDHarding
-VGMix - 'Woman in a Black Dress' by Bladiator

===Chrono Trigger Prerelease Completed=== - --ZeaLitY 18:13, 22 Sep 2004 (CDT)

The special section covering the Prerelease has been completed. It includes, with pictures for nearly every entry, information on possible characters, monsters, locations, and options (such as the Epoch's hovercraft mode) that were removed from or changed in the final version of Chrono Trigger. Check it out at Chrono Trigger Prerelease.

===Chrono Trigger Prerelease Soundtrack Released=== - --ZeaLitY 16:12, 19 Sep 2004 (CDT)

Though the Prerelese section isn't finished due to maps being needed for the era entries, the CTP soundtrack has been released notwithstanding. It features a few tracks different from the final version's music, and can be found at Music (CTP).

===CTR Developer Speaks=== - --ZeaLitY 08:19, 8 Sep 2004 (CDT)

On OvercockedRemix.org, the developer of Chrono Ressurrection has offered more insight into the project and its discontinuation.

The only reason we decided to show it prematurely was because everyone who saw the project was telling us that we should show it to the public. I didn't see any harm in doing that. And, yes, Square has every right to shut the project down. I respect Square and their work over the years and I had no problem stopping the project under their request. It *is* their IP and their legal right.

Keep in mind, though, that we honestly didn't expect the project to get so big -- I know I didn't even think about that kind of exposure. And we weren't trying to play mind games with people out there, like you've suggested in so many jaded posts. We thought it would be cool to show what we were working on, that's all. Now that the project is closed, we'll be moving on to other things... Square sure did download the trailer a lot in the past day and a half, though... 1.6 GB of bandwidth just from their IP. I literally lost count of the number of unique visits.

Original thread is at http://www.ocremix.org/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=43169.

===Chrono Ressurrection Discontinued; CTCC Savestate Pack 1 Released=== - --ZeaLitY 17:25, 6 Sep 2004 (CDT)

Chrono Trigger Ressurrection, an effort by third-party game developers to recreate ten scenes of Chrono Trigger in 3D, has been discontinuted after receiving a cease and desist order from Squaresoft. Blame lies in e-mails sent to Square asking for them to support the development team, given even in the warning of the project members that this might occur. Several images and a trailer have been left at the site in memory; they can be found here.

Additionally, I have released the first piece of my Chrono Trigger Comprehensive Collection of savestates. These are intended to allow access to any segment of the game. It can be found here.

===Chrono Trigger Remake Project=== --ZeaLitY 12:31, 23 Aug 2004 (CDT)

The foremost fan-based Chrono Trigger update has recently come back online, and can be found at http://www.chrono-trigger.com. A preview is available which presents an impressive End of Time. Check it out!

Real World Influences Article Completed - --ZeaLitY 00:56, 21 Aug 2004 (CDT)

The latest article by the Compendium and its greatest achievement of recency has been released, having been in the making since September 2003. Comparing the Chrono series to our own history and culture, it covers Historical Parallels, Name Origins, Sociopolitical Trends, and Religious Analogies. It can be found at Real_World_Influences.

Radical Dreamers Final Translation Patch Mirrored - ZeaLitY 17:50, 11 Aug 2004 (CDT)

SERITZO completed his upgrade of Demiforce's translation patch for Radical Dreamers, unlocking the use of in-game saves and fixing minor errors here and there, technical and grammatical. A few game-crashing errors have been negated as well. It can be downloaded from the Compendium:

http://www.chronocompendium.com/files/RR-RDUPFinal.zip

Server Updates - August 11th, 2004 - 4:09PM CST by Ramsus

I've updated the server to run FreeBSD 5.2.1 instead of Slackware Linux, and I've upgraded MediaWiki to the latest CVS snapshot. Unfortunately, the monobook skin (as seen at Wikipedia) doesn't work with PHP5, so things are looking like they did several months ago.

Anyway, the site is usable and you can begin contributing by creating an account on the Log In page. If you're not sure where to begin helping, just contact Zeality, who coordinates all of the non-technical activities here at the site.