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CDK: The Most Detailed Skin Ever Done

21 December 2015 Community

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"WHITE BANDED 33" Il-2 of the ShAP 7 Damyansk - 1941 - Flown by Lieutenant I.G.Kiryuhin, created by Petranera | download here

However you define a great skin, chances are the “White Banded 33” Il-2 by Petranera meets your standard of a masterpiece, and is the finest example of excellence from the War Thunder skinning community.

Every intricate detail created by hand, the finest example of maps and channels working together in subtle harmony.

Although no skin, no recreation or model or map could ever be called truly “perfect,” this is an example of not only extreme attention to detail, but quite simply getting everything “right.” In my own experience as a skinner, truly getting it right is not as easy as it might first appear. With the better part of a thousand layers and effects in Photoshop, sneaky little things can get lost. When, after months and months of work, you’re satisfied with the outside appearance of your skin, re-dedicating yourself to the same standards for the insides of the wheel wells, gear assemblies, and the inner surfaces of flaps, can start to feel a bit fruitless. Knowing the colour, diffuse, albedo, specular, bumpmap, and metallic channels must all be created separately, but work in concert, small things can go amiss.

Petranera’s Il-2 just doesn’t cut any corners; every channel, layer, and effect comes to life in subtle but perfect harmony. This achievement of quality is made all the greater when you hear that Petranera doesn’t have the world’s greatest design lab at his fingertips; far from it. Working from his sailboat in Hiva Oa (the island in French Polynesia furthest from any continent), he has dedicated himself to paint splatter, chalk markings, and single screws replaced in the field – all while unable to play War Thunder himself due to the internet speeds available on his island.

Details of “White Banded 33” showing field repairs, repainted livery, and the human element behind this skin.

Not only an exercise in technical skin creation, Petranera demonstrates a dedication to highlight and pays tribute to the history which inspired this skin. A great skin is not only rivets, latches, and paint, but an interactive documentary of the very human experience that was building, working with, maintaining, and piloting these vehicles. Hand prints, indentations from walking on the wings, hand painted livery, and much, MUCH more, all provide an immersive window into the history of the lives behind this aircraft. For some in the skinning community, re-creating a piece of history like this is both a privilege, and can sometimes feel like a real responsibility to do justice to those who sacrificed so much. Like millions of other pilots, tankers, and soldiers, I.G. Kiryuhin lost his life in a war not of his making, and is remembered, in part, by this work.

Make sure to check out Petranera’s Live.Warthunder profile and share your likes and comments with all the skinners, model and map makers, and everyone else in the community who works hard to create great stuff for War Thunder! Ladies and gentlemen, the bar has just been raised. .

Author: TheOmega89

About the War Thunder CDK:

The War Thunder Content Development Kit (CDK) is an official set of tools that allow you to create your own user generated content for use in War Thunder. If you have ever wanted to design your own aircraft 3D models, custom maps, missions and skins, the CDK is an extremely useful tool for putting your own personal work into War Thunder and allowing you to use your creations in game.

The War Thunder Wikipedia has a range of articles spanning the CDK’s features and will help you to produce a variety of content and assist you to getting your creations in War Thunder:

We are looking forward to see and try your creations!

The War Thunder Team

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FAQs

What does CDK mean in War Thunder? ›

War Thunder CDK (Content Development Kit) is a tool kit for creating different user content available to any player. When installed to the game folder, the CDK enables editing or creation of new unique missions and locations, and also helps in the creation of game models.

Can others see your custom skin War Thunder? ›

They removed the ability for other players to see your custom skin to prevent people from abusing it, since making your tank so bright that it's impossible to look at it or making your plane entirely invisible is not fair in the slightest.

Is War Thunder still popular? ›

As of November 1, 2022, War Thunder had over 70 million registered players on all platforms combined, out of which 160,000 play concurrently. In February 2024, War Thunder set a new record of over 250,000 concurrent players.

What do War Thunder content creators get? ›

THEN BECOME A WAR THUNDER PARTNER!

All Content Creators accepted into the program will automatically receive an once-per-account ingame pack containing 10,000 GE, 30 days of premium account, unique "Under the Wire" ingame title and 3D decoration. All benefits and bonuses are added to personal War Thunder accounts only.

What does BR stand for in War Thunder? ›

Battle rating (BR) is a value used to determine matchmaking in War Thunder. Battle rating is a number assigned to every aircraft, ground unit, and naval vessel in the game that correlates with their effectiveness in combat.

What does GJN mean in War Thunder? ›

GJN is an in-game currency that can be used to pay through the store and on the Gaijin market. You can get GJN by selling various rare items obtained in the game on the Gaijin market. You can also purchase GJN by replenishing your balance on this page.

Can you blacklist maps in War Thunder? ›

With the release of War Thunder update 1.91, you'll be able to exclude maps and missions from your personal rotation, as well as mark them as unwanted.

How do you spot people in War Thunder? ›

REALISTIC - To scout a hostile ground vehicle, enter your Binoculars, or use your sight (Sniper Mode), and place your crosshair directly atop your target before pressing the Active scouting key.

Is gaijin Russian or Hungarian? ›

Gaijin Entertainment is a Hungarian video game developer and publisher headquartered in Budapest. The company is mostly known for War Thunder, Crossout, Star Conflict, CRSED: Cuisine Royale (formerly known as Cuisine Royale and CRSED: F.O.A.D.) and Enlisted.

Will the F-15 be added to War Thunder? ›

The F-15 Eagle is simultaneously arriving at the top rank of three nations in War Thunder when the “Air Superiority” major update is released, and each F-15 will of course have its own camouflage depending on the nation. This blog is done, but there's still more to come.

Can I sell in War Thunder? ›

The Marketplace is a place where players can buy and sell items between each other in War Thunder, and CRSED: F.O.A.D. Payments on the Market are made with a special in-game currency – Gaijin Coins.

What has War Thunder leaked? ›

A user on the War Thunder forum posted a flight manual which contained information about the Eurofighter Typhoon's systems, weaponry, flight data, etc. The user leaked the documents in a effort to have the Eurofighter DA7 added to the game. The post was later deleted.

Are there codes in War Thunder? ›

All War Thunder Codes

PO-LI-GON - Enter this code to get War Thunder - Poligon Bonus. WTBUTCHER - Enter this code to get War Thunder - Buther Sticker.

What does CCIP mean War Thunder? ›

There are two key functions of the ballistic computer: Constantly Computed Impact Point (CCIP) and Constantly Computed Release Point (CCRP). CCIP continually calculates where munitions will land and gives the pilot an accurate impact point to aim with.

What does EC mean in War Thunder? ›

From War Thunder Wiki. Enduring Confrontation (also known as "EC") is a separate game mode for aircraft in War Thunder.

What does HMD stand for in War Thunder? ›

Some top tier jets like the F16C and Mig 29. have access to HMD helmet mounted display. This allows you to use free look to lock.

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