Ok, so you've probably all already seen most of this on either the old Mafia Scene or My siteBut here it is anyway  " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/biggrin@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20"> )The Commission Mod.A new story mod for Mafia.Set in a new city you will control Franco Phillipinno. A soldier for the Grannoli Family. It is 1931, a vicious and bloody war between the Grannoli and Rogotti families which has lasted 6 months has left the people of Sultant City in fear. Now Don Grannoli is set to get back to business and make the peace with Rogotti and one thing that the old Don has learned is that dead men don't make problems in business.So he has called a meeting with the Sultant City Commission. And he has arranged for you to finally put an end to this conflict.The ScreensFranco Phillipinno's Save HouseAs anybody who has read The Godfather knows that a war usually follows a "hit to the matresses". A run down and dirty apartment where key members hide when in fear of death or when the heat is on. And Franco Phillipinno is no different. Due to the war he cannot simply go home to see his wife and children, he must stay here in this dreadful apartment.And yes that toilet in the corner will be useable  " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/wink@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20"> )Even with prohibition in effect it does'nt stop the citizens enjoying a night out. Like this individual, looks like he had a good night.Police corruption is rife in the city it seems (those mobsters are from the Rogotti Family, your enemies).Crime is all part of day to day life for the people of Sultant City (These guys are your mobsters)But with all of this going on, you still have a job to do.I also have another video for you all, a show case of the finished city  " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/wink@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20"> .^Full size link of this screenshot^ http://i1201.photobucket.com/albums/bb3 ... -29-58.jpgAnd this of course is the bathroom.


<div><iframe width="459" height="344" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/eFPYrh6Iy0w?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></div> I am really starting to love being able to create brilliant lighting effects, it makes it all seem so much more atmospheric. Illusion Softworks (Not 2K Czech as they are now known), my hat still goes off to you even now, 8 years later (I am just sad that you sold out to the evils of commercialism *cough* 2K sucks *cough*) Excuse me, I seem to have a terrible cough today   " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/wink@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20"> ).And of course in the back room (away from the prying eyes of the public) Don Grannoli, Consiglieri Roy (the fella in the grey overcoat) and Manny Ticesto (the guy in white and is also one of the key family members) discuss business and plan expansive operations. Of course however, in other missions other key family members will be in the office instead of Manny. But Roy will always be present and close to Don Grannoli at all times.I intend to keep the storyline a secret so that there are no spoilers shown before the release (it keeps people guessing that way  " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/wink@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20"> *.*Leave the house*Call the Don*Head to the apartment*Leave the apartment*Go to the gunshop*Drive to the warehouse*Big shootout*Leave the warehouse*Go back to the apartmentmission 4 (spoliers excluded of course)*Go to car showroom*Express interest in certain car*Speak to associate*Visit store merchant*Speak to another associate*Drive to building*shootout*Drive back*Speak with another associate*Deliver boxes to location*Re-enter car show room*Drive homeAnd mission 5*Answer phone*Leave apartment*Meet Tony*Drive to location*Take car*Drive to location*Wait around*Return to the apartmentOh, and heres the mods now offical screenshot  " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/biggrin@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20"> ).Heres one of when you touch down in familier surroundings. Thats right, Franco's travelling from Sultant City to Lost Heaven (and is going to no doubt meet some familier faces on his visit. But thats for later  " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/smile@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20"> )And lastly. On an un-related note, heres a screen of the new Commission Mod Main Menu  " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/smile@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20"> Mission 8*Leave apartment*Go to the bar*Drive to location*Beat up the thugs*Drive back to the bar*Go homeAnd also Mission 9 (once again, all spoilers removed)*Drive to destination*Speak with shop owner*Collect money*Leave shop*Drive back to the bar*Go homeCommission Mod Trailer 1

<div><iframe width="459" height="344" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/wYHxQ-6Eb2U?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></div> Ok, so its been a few days and I've taken some serious things into consideration so I can show you all something productive without giving away plot.One thing I did remember saying a while back was that I would show buildings that are important to the story. This way you guys get screenshots and I get continue to keep my story a secret (Although they do say a picture speaks a thousend words  " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/smile@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20"> I present to you.Screens and a gameplay video!First off.Morello's BarSpecially re-designed to fit my needs in Commission mod. Personally, I think I did a damn good job recreating it to the one Illusion (god rest 'em ) made.My Morello Bar.(The main bar area)(Lee the doorman)(The hallway area)(Morello's office. With him being firmly incharge of the LH Mafia at this point in time I needed to think very luxuious  " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/sad@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20">  But my confidence is growing (or at least I like to think it is)The gameplay you see here is from the third mission of Commission Mod. The begining cutscene has been taken out for video purposes.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gpM3OCN ... rofilepage EDIT: I just realised I f**ked up on the commentary where I introduce the city and the two guys (Manny and Charles) who are with you on the mission I apoligise for that, I was just so keen to get this right and I messed up  " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/smile@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20">Exterior screensThe house is in Oakwood (Its also the biggest in all of the neighborhood  " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/biggrin@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20">Heres the first mission of Commission Mod Part 2 - A Family Divided.The introduction. (as always just mission objectives details to avoid spoilers)*Answer the phone*Collect equipment and leave your house*Meet Giovanni for a drink at the Stage Bottle Bar(Cutscene)*Leave the bar*Drive homeIn other news.I haven't gone completely without anything to "show" you this time as I have screenshots of Part 2's christmas themed menu (sorry for the look of the presents but I am a modder not a modeler ya know!  " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/smile@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20"> Regards*Ruby
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You might have to do that post earlier than you thought Mike because...


 




SURPRISE!


 




Ladies and Gentlemen.


 




I present to you with great pleasure...


 




COMMISSION MOD - PART 1



 




Download here


 




Thanks alot for all the support (hopefully after playing part 1 you will still continue to be hyped for the other parts )


 




And best of all. Enjoy and be sure to give me feedback.


 




Finest regards to all.


 




*Ruby
*

Ok. So as you may or may not be aware. Work on The Commission Mod part 2 has been put on hold for the past month or so while I indulge in this. (I know its months away but considering I can only mod every so often I wanted to give myself plenty of time so that this is Ready for August 28th 2012).


 




Ladies and Gentlemen I present to you what will be, not a mod. But a video instead. Celebrating Mafia's 10th birthday.


 




I've been working on this on the quiet. But now that I've gotten quite a bit of progress under way (its almost done. I've just got to script it and record it). I figured I can share some bits and bobs with you all without ruining the video that you'll all see on August 28th.


 




This post has been made just to set the ball rolling and to make you all aware. As I have work in about half an hour or so I will post a couple of screens for you all when I get home.


 




Regards


 




*Ruby
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Ok. So I was working on some Commission Mod part 2 dialogue today in the Mafia text editor when I found the following.


 




"06-06 Subquest - Tony"


 




"08-06 Subquest - Tony"


 




"08-07 Subquest - Biff"


 




"09-09 Subquest - Tony"


 




Could it of been possible that we were able to originally have done side missions for Big Biff and Little Tony like we could for Lucas Bertone? I think so. Although, theres nothing in any of those actual missions (06, 08 and 09) that indicate this. But if what I just said is the case then it seems like Mafia II isn't the first time that Illusion cut work from their game. Of course, the difference between Mafia and Mafia II is that what they left in in Mafia II is actually quality work  " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/wink@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20">


 




So yeah, what do you guys make of this? Would you of liked to of seen Tony/Biff side missions? Maybe if a fellow modder likes the idea they could make some up for those missions. I would do it myself but Commission mod has my full attention at this time and will continue to do so until it is finished.


 




Regards


 




*Ruby
*

On this day, ten years ago. A game came out. A game which recieved very little media attention both leading up to its release and afterwards too. Yet this extreamly detailed and lovingly crafted work of art that was pushed out by a small team of geniuses from the Czech Republic managed to captivate a small community of gamers from around the globe to unite and keep its heart beating long after many have given up on it. A community who were not prepared to "modernise" with its successor that was so poorly released back in 2010. Instead this small community has stayed loyal to this game even after it was expected to die after the release of its sequel.


 




I, RubyDragon949, am one of those loyal people. But, today is not the day to bash the sequel. I've done enough of that throughout the past two years. Instead, today is a great day of rememberance for a game that has kept us entertained throughout the years and hopefully will continue to do so for a few more to come  " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/smile@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20">


 




So, I close by saying. Let us all band together once more to wish a very happy birthday to a game that, in many ways, changed our lives forever. Be sure to give this game some of your tender love and attention (playing time) on this very special day.


 




HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MAFIA!



 







 




Cent'anni, Salute!


 







 




Finest regards to all the Mafia community  " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/smile@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20">


 




*RubyDragon949
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Hey guys. I wasn't really sure where to post this. But this seemed to be the most likely place to post it.


 




Over the past couple of days I have been making a series called "The Heist". A 4 part drama about a group of bank robbers, but all is not as it seems  " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/wink@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20">


 




Check it out if you want  " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/smile@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20">


 




Part 1 - [youtube:1xj58jy1]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOiBV8RWq_c&feature=plcp[/youtube:1xj58jy1]


 




Part 2 - [youtube:1xj58jy1]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ag_dZOCwyQ&feature=context-cha[/youtube:1xj58jy1]


 




Part 3 - [youtube:1xj58jy1]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeFQTJShC7g&feature=plcp[/youtube:1xj58jy1]


 




Part 4 - [youtube:1xj58jy1]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTa5bzsV1Sc&feature=plcp[/youtube:1xj58jy1]


 




Hopefully you'll enjoy it.


 




Regards


 




*Ruby
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P.S - Be sure to tell me what you think of it.

Well guys and gals. It's been a wonderful 8/9 years of playing Mafia, and an even greater 5 years or so of being a member of the modders community.


 




But I am afraid now, I think it's time for me to say goodbye " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/sad@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20">


 




It's not that I want to go. Its that I feel I have to. Our community is not as big as it used to be. I spent 3 years working on The Commission Mod, and did a couple of other mods before that (LH Mafia Wars and Days in the life mods).


 




All these things have taken time to produce. And with the community we had then, it was worth the time invested. Now, however. With such few people I feel I am investing too much for too little. Modding, after all, prevents me from getting on with the other things I wish to do with my spare time.


 




On top of that (Like Matteo said when he announced retirement) there is not a lot left to do with Mafia. A vast majority of its limits have been tapped. Nothing left we can do (which is a shame, as "djbozkosz" looks set to revolutionise the scene with his new LS3D editor. But it seems to have come just a little too late).


 




After the release of Mafia II, I knew we would be left as a smaller community. But I never expected this. That is why I made The Commission Mod " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/smile@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20"> It was my "Ultimate tribute to Mafia". Which is what gave me the dedication to see it out through its 3 year development. Many have called it the best mod for Mafia out there, not for its technical capacity. But for the storyline and atmosphere it offers players. Personally, I am not a humble man so I wouldn't agree with that. Balderdash I say. There are far better mods than my own " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/wink@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20">


 




I shall still pop into this site every now and again just to see how things are going. But in terms of the modding. I am done. And The Commission Mod, was my curtain call. Maybe one day I shall have a "Rocky Balboa" moment and decide to do one last mod. But we shall see what's going on here if and when that moment decides to come.


 




Catch you around people " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/smile@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20">


 




Regards


 




*Ruby
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*puts on his overcoat and hat, shuts off the light and walks out the door forevermore*

Welly, welly, well. I've sure kept this one quiet haven't I? " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/wink@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20">


 




 


 




I present to you all something I've secretly been working on for the past 3 months.


 




 


 




It is...


 




 


 




<span style="text-decoration:underline;"><span>The Robbery Mod.</span></span>


 




 


 







 




 


 




<span style="text-decoration:underline;">The Plot[/size]</span>


 




 


 




Ken and Carl, a team of two professional career criminals, have been hired by a mobster known only as Benny to take on a low risk job which is high in pay.


 




 


 




The job sounds simple enough, break into the Sec Co Security Firm Building and steal a vast majority of the cash that is held there before driving out to the countryside safe house for a quick split of the take. Boss and employees will then go their separate ways.


 




 


 




Sounds easy enough, right?


 




 


 




<span style="text-decoration:underline;">The Gameplay[/size]</span>


 




 


 




Players will be able to take on the role of both criminals at various points in the mod in order to complete certain tasks, before having the freedom to choose between either one they like in the mod's climax mission.


 




 


 




Players are also given access to a sawn off shotgun that has been modified to be fired from one hand, allowing for sawn off drive bys.


 




 


 




<span style="text-decoration:underline;">The Release[/size]</span>


 




 


 




Can be found right now, just click here


 




 


 




Enjoy all " data-emoticon="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/invision_emoticons/smile@2x.png 2x" width="20" height="20">


 




 


 




Regards


 




 


 




*Ruby*


 




 


 




P.S - I should point out that (if you haven't figured it out already) this mod has been inspired by the brilliant GTA V.