fragmaps posts from patreon

A Quick Poll (Game Settings)

Hi everyone. I like to keep my eye on how my Patreon supporters are evolving month to month . So please, help me by answering this quick poll:

Which setting do you play mostly:

2021-02-04 12:31:37 +0000 UTC View Post

Free Bonus (February) - Cyberpunk Aerial Ambulance

Note: The following bonus is for Silver and Gold+ supporters only

Hey again everyone.

I had 2 days off after working on The Crash Site map and decided to spend that time creating something for you guys to show my appreciation.

A few people have been asking for a Cyberpunk-style trauma response unit aerial vehicle (a.k.a aerial ambulance) token for some time now. I promised that I would create one and here it is.

This AV comes in two flavors: hatch open, and hatch closed.

The aircraft is designed to be about 20 ft long. If your TTRPG uses grids at 5' per square - then scale the vehicle in your VTT to be 4 squares long.

This asset goes especially well with the following maps:

If there is a big enough demand, I can create variants of this AV token next month that are perhaps civilian or military in nature. Let me know in the comments below if you want to see something like that.

Enjoy and have fun with these,

FragMaps

Download assets:

Silver supporters

Gold supporters

Update (March)

A few of you have requested that I do a black and blank version of the Trauma AV, so here is the freebie - enjoy! You'll find the asset in your usual downloads section (Silver and Gold supporters only).

2021-02-01 13:02:58 +0000 UTC View Post

The Crash Site (Collaboration: WildMagicSurge)

Foreword

Hi all, I didn't think I'd ever venture into the realm of animated battle maps, but here we are with animated maps! Modern VTT's are all capable of using them these days - Fantasy Grounds Unity, Foundry, Astral (unfortunately, Roll20's support for animated maps is still very much lacking).

This month, I collaborated with WildMagicSurge - a token creator and VFX artist - to bring you this Crash Site battle map. After seeing what he was able to bring to the table to further enhance my maps, I am pumped to collaborate with him again in the future. His animated fire and sand storm special effects blend blend in so well, don't you think?

Drop your thoughts/feedback in the comments section below. Do you want to see more animated maps and tokens in the future?

The Crash Site

Watch - Animated map promo video

The word on the street is an aerial vehicle crash landed in a desert canyon in the outskirts of the city. There are survivors and the AV was carrying valuable cargo.

Getting your hands on the cargo or rescuing the survivors can mean making big bank. Unfortunately, you are not the only group who has the same idea.

Scenario ideas:

Will you get to the crash site, retrieve the cargo and get out in time?
You get to the crash site but enemy teams are already on site. A huge fire fight breaks out amongst the crash debris and scattered canyon boulders.
You try to escape with the cargo but a sandstorm impedes your escape.
The wreck is burning up (the cargo was flammable). Time is of the essence.
Will you be ambushed by enemy teams approaching from the dunes or the high ridge?

It will be interesting to see how this epic encounter plays out.

Full Resolution Encounter Map Dimensions

Length - 41 squares (5740 px)

Height - 30 squares(4200 px)

The maps are all set at 140 DPI.

Animated maps are supplied in full and half resolution (in case the full-resolution map is too bandwidth intensive).

Map & Assets Downloads

Day map - (Bronze supporters)

Night map - (Silver Supporters)

All animated maps + static sandstorm & fire variant maps - (Gold Supporters & above only)

Free version - Non-supporter download (support my work and gain access to the expanded map at 140 DPI and no watermark).

Update (2 Feb):

Gold tier supporters, you now have access to static versions of the sandstorm variant maps (both day and night). Thanks to WildMagicSurge.

This is ideal for those of you who don't want to load a large animated map into older VTT's like Roll20. You'll find the maps located in your usual downloads page.

2021-01-30 10:48:09 +0000 UTC View Post

February Map Poll

Hi everyone,

I need your votes for which one of these to tackle for Feb. I will be releasing 2 maps.

The first map is a secret (for now) because it will most likely end up being part of a big collaboration project. Will let you guys know more when I can.

The second map for Feb will be up to you guys. The map with the highest number of votes will be the one I will take on.

Thanks all,

FragMaps

2021-01-27 14:50:17 +0000 UTC View Post

Market Street (Cyberpunk City)

Foreword

Over the past couple of months, I've had requests from supporters to expand upon my earlier Carpark map - https://www.patreon.com/posts/42195061 - I finally got around to doing it!

I have tried my best to push the bar yet again on this map in terms of detail, lighting, mood and technical illustration. This Market Street map took me 16 days work full time, from ideation all the way to the final product.

Some happy accidents and discoveries were made along the way and I shall take these learnings and apply them on future maps for sure. One such example was signs of "life" - people, crowds. A night market without people walking around wouldn't be much of a marketplace would it? The addition of crowds is something I have not seen done on battle maps to date, and I am really happy with the final turnout.

I'd like to thank all of you as without your Patreon support, I would not have been able to do this full-time. Market Street is a tribute to all of you.

Description

Welcome to Market Street, a popular region in the city where Cyberpunk heroes can bathe in the neon glow of giant signboards, and also find more than they bargained for.

Market Street is adjacent to Japan Town and it also marks the border where the old city buildings blend in with more modern architecture.

Take up a reconnaissance or sniper position on one of the many rooftops and balconies. Wade through the crowds of people as you tail a target, or use them as meat shields in a fire fight. Collateral damage is better than finding yourself in the trauma ward, again.

Visit the many market stalls. Buy a box of ramen noodles or interrogate the vendor to extract intel. There are so many RPG encounters possible with this map, limited to only the GM's imagination.

I would really like to hear your feedback. Even better, I'd love to hear your encounter stories based on this map!

Details

Map size - [40 x 30 grid]

Pixel size - 4200 x 5600

DPI - 140

Downloads

Bronze / Titanium - https://www.patreon.com/posts/42195213

Day-time map

Silver / Platinum - https://www.patreon.com/posts/42195334

Day-time map
Night-time map

Gold / Carbonite & Adamantium - https://www.patreon.com/posts/42195417

All the above

Day market crowds map
Night market crowds map

2021-01-20 06:31:01 +0000 UTC View Post

Cyberpunk Server Room

Hi guys! My new map is here. This map is the last one for the month of December so I decided to spend more time to tweak it to the best of my abilities. In total, I spent 12 continuous days on it, where 80% of the time went into researching and trying different layouts and details/room objects.

I hope you'll have epic encounters on this one. As usual, I'd love to hear how your players fair on my maps, so do drop a short story in the comments section below.

Size - 3791 x 2573 pixels [19 x 13 squares]

This battle map is especially suited to Cyberpunk and modern TTRPG settings where hacking rules come into play. It also completes the “Corporate Building” theme made up of the following maps:

- The Corporate Lobby

- The Server Room (this map)

- The Helipad

With these three maps, a GM can run a campaign around this corporate structure: players fight their way through the lobby, find a way to hack into the corporate servers, and extract themselves to safety via the rooftop helipad. There are so many mission variations possible, it is up to you how you want to utilize these maps.

Map Key:

(Please refer to the map key image above)

1. Metal sliding security door (requires employee excess card)

2. Server monitoring/control panel

3. Backup power supply units (UPS)

4. Glass security double doors

5. The Server Room

6. Frosted glass cabinets for server rack maintenance

7. Access point

8. Active defence ball drone docking station

Variants of this map set:

- A red-alert status map (red flood lights kick in and the security doors auto-lock. The active defense ball drone is released to hunt down intruders)

- An active defence ball drone (separate PNG asset)

Download the maps:

- Server Room base map (Titanium / Bronze tiers)

- Server Room red-alert variant map (Platinum / Silver tiers)

- Ball drone asset (Carbonite / Adamantium / Gold tiers)

Future maps from here on will be opposite of the corporate interior maps. The focus will be on the outdoors, rustic environments, city streets, subway stations, malls etc.

Stay tuned people!

2020-12-26 12:44:49 +0000 UTC View Post

Corporate Lobby Battle Map

Size - [26 x 12 Grid]

Map Variants & Asset (Download)

(All maps come in grid and grid-less versions)

Base map (Titanium / Bronze Tiers)
Separate base map and PNG pillar assets (Platinum / Silver Tiers)
Individual damaged pillar assets and sentry guns (Carbonite/Adamantium/Gold Tiers)

Description

This large corporate building lobby battle map was heavily inspired by "The Matrix" lobby fight scene where Trinity and Neo battled through security guards and layers of SWAT teams.

As GM's, you will be able to recreate a similarly epic scenario using this encounter map. Bullets and shrapnel fly across the room, tearing up the pillars as your players attempt to make it to the elevator area , only to be surprised by another wave of enemy guards emerging from the elevator doors!

The art deco interior design of this lobby battle map will work perfectly with any modern tabletop RPG setting, whether it be Cyberpunk Red/2020, Savage Worlds, Carbon 2185, Shadowrun etc.

The Corporate Lobby map features:

Individually damaged pillars and associated rubble
Two security x-ray screens
A security / reception desk
Sentry guns that drop down from the ceiling - these can be positioned wherever you like.

Note

I have marked squares on the floor for those of you using the individual damaged pillar assets within your VTT (like Foundry, Astral or Roll20 etc). These squares will help you line up the pillars correctly without needing to have a grid.

2020-12-11 07:28:09 +0000 UTC View Post

Map Sizes

Hi everyone!

Please spare a moment to complete this poll. Thanks!

What size of battle maps do you generally prefer?

2020-12-09 15:35:55 +0000 UTC View Post

The Hacker's Lair Battle Map

Size - [12 x 9 Grid]

Maps

All maps contain grid and no-grid versions

Daytime (Titantium / Bronze Tiers) - Download
Night time (Platinum / Silver Tiers) - Download
Safe room (Carbonite/Adamantium/Gold Tiers) - Download

Reminder: Patrons get maps for their tier level of support as well as the maps from lower tiers.

Highlights:

Air intake fan (a potential hazard!)
Multi-monitor hacker's workstation
Safe room with hidden escape hatch, occluded by a removable safe asset
Safe room contains a safe and a weapons stash

Guys! I hope you'll have fun with this one. This encounter map is perfect for an investigative or a tracking mission where the party has to catch a reknown hacker before he slips away. One small map, but lots of possibilities!

I'd like to thank my patrons at the FragMap Discord group for helping me brainstorm this map (you know who you are). It was a great group effort.

2020-11-30 17:02:54 +0000 UTC View Post

(Research) What Game Systems Do You Play?

Hi everyone!

I would like to ask for 10 seconds of your time to do some research for future maps.

What systems do you guys play? Please pick one or more from the following.

2020-11-29 04:15:15 +0000 UTC View Post

Cyberpunk Warehouse Battle Map

Download the map assets here:

Titanium/Bronze - Download

Platinum/Silver - Download (Includes security drone asset)

Carbonite/Adamantium/Gold - Download (Includes the above + separate file for upper level walk way - so you can separate ground and upper levels)

Hi everyone!

In October, I launched a poll here on Patreon asking all of you wanted for the next map. Most of you voted for a futuristic/cyberpunk warehouse battle map. I heard you all and here it is!

This map took me nearly 2 weeks from concept to final. The most difficult part of the process was the conceptual stage and deciding on the layout.

Some Thoughts:

The three-dimensional perspective of this encounter map meant that I had to be very careful where I placed taller objects that could obstruct certain areas of the floor space - especially towards the edges of the map where the camera angle and lines start skewing.

There is always going to be this downside to playing on three-dimensional battle maps. Personally, I'd choose this view over playing on a "flat" top-down map where it becomes difficult for players to get a sense of space and depth. Besides, doesn't this make for a more memorable and dramatic encounter?

This does not meant that I will never do the flat orthogonal maps however. There is a place and time for the flat maps (where there are tight corridors and many rooms on one map for instance). I'll be looking into how I can create those kinds of maps for you guys without killing the visual appeal.

The rest of the time went into drawing tons of floor panel lines and painting them all up by hand. It was a tremendously rewarding experience for me. I hope you guys have really memorable combat encounters with this one!

2020-11-22 06:50:34 +0000 UTC View Post

Tier Updates - Nov 27th

Hi guys.

Please note that these changes will only affect future Patreon supporters. But please read the following so you are aware of how I've restructured the pricing of the support tiers.

What's Happening?

I have evaluated my current map creation process. All the details I put into each map takes a lot of time to accomplish. The current level of detail and quality takes me approximately 10 days to complete each map set. Thus, 3 maps / month is the most I can produce.

My Patreon goal is $500 per map set. That is the mininum I need to pay off my living expenses and keep doing this full time. Therefore, I need to raise the prices a little to help me reach my goals sooner, or I'd have to go back to my day job.

I do wish to continue doing what I love, which is creating map art.

The Changes

You can opt to stay on your current tier and continue receiving the same tier-based rewards. In other words, don't do anything and nothing changes and you will continue to receive future maps that I create, as you have been.

However, if you decide to upgrade to a higher tier at a later date, you will have to do so using the new pricing levels.

So lock in your benefits now before the prices go up!

When?

I will be updating the prices on 27 November. You will have till then to upgrade if you wish to do so.

New Tier Pricing

The new tiers will be named differently than the ones you all are currently on. They are as follows:

Level 1 - $3 (base level, no variants)

Level 2 - $5 (includes map variants)

Level 3 - $7 (includes additional map variants)

If you have any questions, drop me a message.

I am thankful for your support as always and am looking forwards to creating more epic encounter maps for you all.

Speak soon,

~ Mark

2020-11-20 06:08:32 +0000 UTC View Post

Skyscraper Helipad Promo

Size

Map size: 32 x 23 grid squares

DPI: 140

Image size: 4480 x 3220 px

This map comes in 3 versions:

Morning - Bronze Supporters

Night - Silver Supporters

Alternate (helicopter) - Gold Supporters

Download the maps here

Description

The following covers some of my design ideas and how it might affect gameplay.

Biotech Labs Skyscraper

Towering above all buildings at a dizzying height of a 1052 metres is the Biotech Labs skyscraper. This behemoth of a building has been a landmark in Cyber City since its construction in the year 2040.

Biotech Labs made its mark in the late 1990s, at the height of the fossil fuel crisis. Its innovation in the energy industry and the development of new petrochemicals led Biotech Labs to become the most powerful global corporation in existence. Till this day, Biotech Lab's petrochemical formulas (for unlimited fuel cell creation) are a highly guarded secret.

Helipad

The helipad is situated close to the top of building (about 1030 metres high). The top floor of the structure features two gated walkways that lead outside to the platform. The platform itself is constructed with steel and a mix of titanium alloys, making it incredibly durable and stable, but light.

A cylindrical nuclear energy core that supplies the entire building with power rests between the walkways.

Helipad Platform Features:

A 20 x 14 grid square landing area
A control panel for communications and operation of the platform.
4 x transport/cargo scanners which also double as spotlights at night
Electro magnetic fielding to aid in aircraft landing precision and securing of parked vehicles.

2020-11-07 05:44:58 +0000 UTC View Post

Skyscraper Helipad

Size

Map size: 32 x 23 grid squares

DPI: 140

Image size: 4480 x 3220 px

Hi all. This map and all its details took me quite a while to flesh out but I am pretty proud of the final result.

Download the maps here:

Titanium/Bronze - Download

Platinum/Silver - Download

Carbonite/Adamantium/Gold - Download (Includes helicopter as separate asset file)

Description

The following covers some of my design ideas and how it might affect gameplay.

Biotech Labs Skyscraper

Towering above all buildings at a dizzying height of a 1052 metres is the Biotech Labs skyscraper. This behemoth of a building has been a landmark in Cyber City since its construction in the year 2040.

Biotech Labs made its mark in the late 1990s, at the height of the fossil fuel crisis. Its innovation in the energy industry and the development of new petrochemicals led Biotech Labs to become the most powerful global corporation in existence. Till this day, Biotech Lab's petrochemical formulas (for unlimited fuel cell creation) are a highly guarded secret.

Helipad

The helipad is situated close to the top of building (about 1030 metres high). The top floor of the structure features two gated walkways that lead outside to the platform. The platform itself is constructed with steel and a mix of titanium alloys, making it incredibly durable and stable, but light.

A cylindrical-shaped nuclear energy core that supplies the entire building with power rests between the walkways.

Helipad Platform Features:

A 20 x 14 grid squares landing area
A control panel for communications and operation of the platform.
4 x transport/cargo scanners which also double as spotlights at night
Electro-magnetic fielding to aid in aircraft landing precision and securing of parked vehicles.

2020-11-07 05:19:48 +0000 UTC View Post

FragMap Updates:

Hi guys.

- It looks like we have a verdict from the poll that was run in mid-October. For November, I'm going to be creating a futuristic warehouse map of some kind that perhaps houses some sort of cybernetic tech.

- I am running a week behind schedule with the last map for October but only because I wanted it to be the best that I could make it. There is a ton of detail in it and I really enjoyed the process of creating the map for you. I want to thank you guys again for supporting me through this.

The map is dropping in the next 2-3 days. I'm just finalising the details now and pushing hard towards the finish line. I've got a feeling you guys are going to really like this one!

Speak soon.

~ Mark

2020-11-03 13:04:45 +0000 UTC View Post

November's Encounter Maps Poll

Hi everyone,

I'd like to thank you all again for your continual support in helping me draw encounter maps, full-time. I wouldn't be able to do it without your pledges and your words of encouragement.

As you are probably aware, I have one more map to release in October. This map is one that I have planned for and designed a while back and I am really looking forward to seeing it completed.

But what about November's maps? Well, this is where you come in! Let's conduct a bit of a poll, shall we?

~ Fragmaps

2020-10-21 04:43:53 +0000 UTC View Post

Cyber Slums (District 8) - Promo

Hi everyone,

Thank you for being patient this month. I'm proud to present the "Cyber Slums" - I hope that you will have many memorable RPG encounters on this one. It took me quite a while to complete.

I have one more map to release in October, and that one will be epic. Stay tuned. Thank you again for your support. It means a great deal to me.

Map size - [30 x 20] grid squares

Area Briefing:

This map represents an outer section of "District 8", the slums that make up the urban sprawl surrounding Cyber-city.

Denizens that are not part of Cyber-city's high society find themselves here, rejected and seeking refuge within makeshift panel sheds. Although life may be bleak for many in District 8, life goes on. Critters from all walks of life can be found here trying to make a not-so-honest and dangerous living.

Law enforcement is this area does not exist - the police gain no profit in protecting the poor. Protection is instead provided by street gangs and drug cartels to those who can afford to pay the protection money. Visiting these slums usually results in two outcomes: getting completely robbed or receiving 6mm bullet hole in the back. Tread with care.

The following are synonymous with District 8:

Illicit drugs and/or weapons
Cheap but illegal augmentation (and parts)
Hiring of hitmen and gangs

Note: Combat in this area may be deadly as quarters are intentionally designed to be tight with numerous hiding spots available for surprise attacks.

Download Map Here

2020-10-20 15:17:51 +0000 UTC View Post

Cyber Slums (District 8)

Hi everyone,

Thank you for being patient this month. I'm proud to present the "Cyber Slums" - I hope that you will have many memorable RPG encounters on this one. It took me quite a while to complete.

I have one more map to release in October, and that one will be epic. Stay tuned. Thank you again for your support. It means a great deal to me.

Map size - [30 x 20] grid squares

Area Briefing:

This map represents an outer section of "District 8", the slums that make up the urban sprawl surrounding Cyber-city.

Denizens that are not part of Cyber-city's high society find themselves here, rejected and seeking refuge within makeshift panel sheds. Although life may be bleak for many in District 8, life goes on. Critters from all walks of life can be found here trying to make a not-so-honest and dangerous living.

Law enforcement is this area does not exist - the police gain no profit in protecting the poor. Protection is instead provided by street gangs and drug cartels to those who can afford to pay the protection money. Visiting these slums usually results in two outcomes: getting completely robbed or receiving a 6 mm bullet hole in the back. Tread with care.

The following are synonymous with District 8:

Illicit drugs and/or weapons
Cheap but illegal augmentation (and parts)
Hiring of hitmen and gangs

Note: Combat in this area may be deadly as quarters are intentionally designed to be tight with numerous hiding spots available for surprise attacks.

Grab your maps here:

Titanium/Bronze - Download

Platinum/Silver - Download

Carbonite/Adamantium/Gold - Download

2020-10-20 15:12:44 +0000 UTC View Post

Cyberpunk Car Park

Note: For some strange reason that I cannot work out, the Patreon website blurs these preview images you see before you. I assure you, the actual maps are razor sharp. Click on the preview image to magnify and you'll see.

Map size - [33 x 23 ] grid squares

Bronze - Download

Silver - Download

Gold - Download

Each tier also receives the benefits from the previous tier.

Description

A neon-illuminated part of "Cyber-city" at night time. This encounter map is ideal for modern and cyberpunk style settings. It contains multiple key locations to host combat encounters and for players to receive mission details and vital clues.

Encounter scenario examples:

Parking Lot

Whilst being chased across town by cops or a Yakuza mob, hot-wire a getaway vehicle and escape.

Motel

Next to the car park is a seedy-looking motel. An APB reports that a murder suspect has been sighted entering the premises and is potentially hunkering down there.

Lee's Restaurant

The leader of the Chinese mafia responsible for selling illegal cyberware is rumored to be dining at this establishment on this night. Will the heroes be able to take him down quietly? Or will a gunfight ensue, spilling out into the car park outside?

"The Girls" Club

The party has tracked a potential informant's vehicle to this area of town. They spot his truck parked at the car park but he is no where to be seen. Logic would say that he must be in one of the nearby establishments, but a successful "Notice" roll would uncover that he went into a nearby cyber strip club.

The Rooftops

The heroes have a meeting with a discreet informant at the car park at night. Little do they know, they have walked right into an ambush with a sniper positioned at one of the rooftops. Will they spot the sniper in time, or are the heroes doomed to be picked off one by one?

2020-09-30 15:37:38 +0000 UTC View Post