DannyMackey

Danny Mackey

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Update:

• Added remainder of KOTH International Incident results
• Added FBS 11 - 18 FOTN results
• Added RORMJL 2021 Quarter 2 results
• Listed MTM, FBS-NEO, and RORMJL Season 5 on League/Series Lists with ranks earned for points results
• Updated formulas for multiple sheets to keep information sorted

After each currently active leagues finishes (MTM, FBS-NEO, and RORMJL S5), I will update the sheet with the respective results.

You can import mesh files if you convert them to xml files first with the converter that is in the install directory for Rigs of Rods.

This is the latest mesh importer for Blender: https://github.com/CuriousMike56/RoROgreAddons

You can import and export truck files into Blender with this: https://forum.rigsofrods.org/resources/blender-n-b-import-export-plugin.25/

However be warned, transferring content between RoR and Beam.NG is something that you should be doing if you have permission from the original author.

Many problems have been brought up over this so make sure you get permission!

No, Rigs of Rods mods only work with Rigs of Rods and Beam.NG mods only work with Beam.NG.

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22 hours ago, Dogecoin said:

I hate that thread I read it already

You really need to cool it on replying to dead threads. This was a thread with an incorrectly posted request, the linked thread is the form to use.  I don't understand why you keep replying to these threads.

This event happened last September. Please read threads before signing-up for events.

NAMT trucks that have been released since last year have a different node/beam* than the other V4 trucks on the website. They also have different engine settings, weight, and suspension. These trucks were intended to be more realistic and have been used for NAMT, KOTH, and the Truck Fest.

* a node/beam is basically the skeltal structure of the truck. You can see it by pressing K while in Rigs of Rods.

Update:

• Added Single Season Event Wins Sheet (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1iyyzl2JVWPu0ObTnrFbkvHPxjt8B748D9lfVIsmVcIw/edit#gid=933390610)
  • Take a look at who has had the most dominating single season performances and how others stack up.

Hey I just want to give you guys a huge shoutout for tonight.  This was my first FBS event and it was a blast, I really had a fun time trying to plan out my two runs.  GG to Brad, I went hard in the second run but just couldn't fill time.

I got to see what FBS was all about in preparing for this event, and I really look forward to whatever you guys have planned next.  It's great to see the live stream worked out well too.  This is a really cool format for a league and I think there's a great chance to do even more cool match ups and events.  I suggest everyone try to compete whenever more events get announced!

Update:

• Added the following leagues:
  • ROR Motor Madness (2014)
  • Ultimate Monster Truck Challenge Season 1
  • Rigs of Rods: Motor Madness Season 1
  • North American Monster Trucks Season 2
  • Freestyle Battle Series (On going)
  • Rigs of Rods Monster Jam Live Season 4
  • All Elite Monster Trucks Season 1 Stadium Series
  • All Elite Monster Trucks Season 1 Arena Series
  • King Of The Hill International Incident (In progress)
• Made a few changes to how ranks are given from points standings
  • You can see what points finish earns what rank in this sheet (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1iyyzl2JVWPu0ObTnrFbkvHPxjt8B748D9lfVIsmVcIw/edit#gid=1428556936)
  • Also check the first post for a full breakdown of what earns which rank

As it has been the case these last few updates, I am looking to keep a balance between how many people are in Platinum, Gold, and Silver.  I don't intend on changing the requirements too often or too drastically but I would like to keep a balance of about ~15% Platinum, ~25% Gold, and ~60% Silver (not counting Bronze).  I feel that this distribution makes the ranks more balanced.

Please let me know if I am missing anything, have any names misspelled, or have any incorrect information.

Driver: Danny Mackey

Series: Malicious Monster Truck Tour

Years in competition: 10 years

Discord: DannyMackey#5142

Biggest Accomplishment: Second all time in event wins

Danny Mackey

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Long Island, NY

I have noticed many members joining the server have caused the welcome message to be broken, consisting of just their Discord ID.  I don't know if these members are able to access the server correctly as a result.  If you have tried to join the server and it is not working, send me a PM and we can figure it out.  I had one member that had this issue and it appeared to be an issue with their nickname on the site.  Regardless, let me know if something isn't working.

After 9 Regular Season events and 3 Playoff Series events its time to acknowledge those who stood out and excelled this past season with some awards and championships!

NAMT 2020 Season Champions:

• NAMT Overall Points Champion: Brandon Adam (Fiberwerx Trophy Truck) - 124 Points (Playoff Series) @Brandon Adam
• NAMT Racing Points Champion: Brandon Adam (Fiberwerx Trophy Truck) - 62 Points (Playoff Series) @Brandon Adam
• NAMT Freestyle Points Champion: Brandon Adam (Fiberwerx Trophy Truck) - 62 Points (Playoff Series) @Brandon Adam

NAMT 2020 Team Points Champions:
Fire Force X - 188 Points:

• Tyler Richmond (Outbreak) @TheOnlyTjrich
• Brandon Adam (Fiberwerx Trophy Truck) @Brandon Adam
• Austin Dahlgren (Heatwave) @Austin Dahlgren
• Mason Paul (TBA) @Chazzymp

Racing Category Awards:

• Best Racing Record: Trevor Amos (Here's a Picture of Tony Hawk) - 33 wins - 7 losses @help
• Best Qualifier: Trevor Amos (Here's a Picture of Tony Hawk) - 3.67 Average Qualifying Position @help
• Most Top Qualifier: Vincent Akard (Piece Of Scrap) - 3 Top Qualifiers @Vincent Akard

Freestyle Score Category Awards*:
^{*minimum 4 events for consideration}

• Timekeeper Award: Tyler May (Poison) - 20 Average Time Score (8 events) @Tylinater
• Flight Attendant Award: Brandon Adam (Fiberwerx Trophy Truck) - 8.25 Average Air Score (12 events) @Brandon Adam
• Perpetual Motion Award: Brandon Adam (Fiberwerx Trophy Truck) - 8.17 Average Momentum Score (12 events) @Brandon Adam
• UNOH Technician Award: Jon Zimmer Jr. (Terminal Velocity) - 8.14 Average Technicality Score (7 events) @JonnyZimmer
• Scorekeeper Award: Brandon Adam (Fiberwerx Trophy Truck) - 42.33 Average Freestyle Score (12 events) @Brandon Adam

Season Awards and Accomplishments:

• Rivalry of the Year: Brandon Adam (Fiberwerx Trophy Truck) vs. Trevor Amos (Here's a Picture of Tony Hawk) @Brandon Adam @help
• Rookie of the Year: Brandon Adam (Fiberwerx Trophy Truck) @Brandon Adam
• Rising Star Award: Trevor Amos (Here's a Picture of Tony Hawk) @help
• Spoiler Award:  2 Tied - 1 Win
  • Tim Smith (Titan Warrior) - Racing win at Playoff Series Tampa @TheMadBadDadLad
  • Devin Doss (Deja Vu) - Freestyle win at Playoff Series Tampa @Double.D ッ
• Most Racing Wins: Brandon Adam (Fiberwerx Trophy Truck) - 5 Wins @Brandon Adam
• Most Freestyle Wins: 2 Tied - 4 Wins
  • Brandon Adam (Fiberwerx Trophy Truck) @Brandon Adam
  • Andrew Sheets (Skeledragon) @Andrew
• Race of the Year: Tim Smith (Titan Warrior) vs. Mark Colineri (Wicked Willys) - Playoff Series Tampa @TheMadBadDadLad @Mark Colineri
• Regular Season Freestyle of the Year: Jon Zimmer Jr. (Terminal Velocity) - Glendale @JonnyZimmer
• Playoff Series Freestyle of the Year: Brandon Adam (Fiberwerx Trophy Truck) - Charlotte @Brandon Adam

I want to officially announce the opening of the new Sim-Monsters Discord server.

A few things to keep in mind:

• You will need to accept the rules in the new servers rules chat before being able to view all the chats.
• You will have roles assigned to you depending on you role(s) on the site (donator, league official, etc.).
• Your nickname in the Discord will automatically sync with your name on the site.  You cannot change your nickname without changing your name on the site.
  • You can change your nickname here: https://sim-monsters.com/settings/username/
• Once the new Discord goes public, the old server will go read only and all invites will be deleted.  Once you leave, there is no coming back.
• To join the new server you can either go to the direct invite or through the sidebar on the homepage
  • Direct link: https://sim-monsters.com/discord/invite/general/

From what I can see, I would try reinstalling RoR and see if the problem persists. If it does I would look for support from Rigs of Rods, either their Discord or their forum.

https://discord.gg/rigsofrods

https://forum.rigsofrods.org/forums/game-support.8/

Also your RoR.log says you are using 2021.02. If you still have 2020.01 installed, remove that as well. You only need one or the other installed at one time, not both.

Did you use PasteBin? You should get a link when you make one, copy it and post it here.

Post the contents of the RoR.log file or copy it into a PasteBin link (https://pastebin.com/).  Are you on Windows?  The most I could see in the Rigs of Rods Discord mentioned it as a problem on Linux.

Do you have a copy of the RoR.log from when that error happened?  Also what track and truck(s) were you using?

Hello everyone.  I would like to take some time and talk about the current state of Sim-Monsters.  There is a lot I want to cover, so this will be a long one.

TheMonsterBlog.com Truck Fest Champions

This is a bit overdue, but I want to start by congratulating Vincent Akard @Vincent Akard and Chris Bialek @Chris B for their wins at the Truck Fest last September.  It took a while, but they both received their respective trophies built by Andrew Wamsley @Wambo and champion’s hoodie provided by TheMonsterBlog.com.

The Sim-Monsters Discord

Just over 2 years ago we started the official Sim-Monsters Discord and in that time it has amassed nearly 600 users.  The Discord has given everyone a great chance to easily chat and discuss amongst each other.  However over time, it has ballooned into a Discord server that distracts from the forum itself.  The positive of being able to easily and quickly chat has also led to countless instances of toxic behavior, arguments, and issues being blown out of proportion.

After discussing as a staff what we wanted to do, we found that our solutions would work best with a fresh start.  So, next Friday, February 12th, we will be starting a new Sim-Monsters Discord.  On that date we will also be removing all invites to the old server and leaving it in a read-only state.

Here are the major changes we are implementing:

• The new server will only be accessible to members of this website.  
  • We have added a new feature to the site to make this possible.  By only allowing site members to join the server, we can better ensure who is actually in the server.
• The new server will have fewer discussion chats.
  • We want to provide a place for everyone to get together and chat.  We will be providing a general chat along with chats for monster trucks, sports, and gaming.
  • A suggestion box will be available for anyone to offer ideas or suggestions for anything related to Sim-Monsters.
  • We will continue to have a “Help and Support” chat for fast troubleshooting.
  • Other topic chats for Rigs of Rods, BeamNG, Roblox, and MTM2 will move back to the forum.
• All leagues will be hosted through this new Discord server.
  • This is probably the most drastic change and more information will be in the next section.  Overall, we expect this to streamline access to leagues and information.

Why are we doing this?  To be frank, the current server was honestly created as a side project, lacking forethought as to what it could become and as such, we realized the increasingly difficult means of managing it in an efficient manner.  Aside from that, we think that the changes and integrations proposed will make it work hand in hand with the forum.

The forum is a great place to share content and ideas as well as carry out discussions.  The greatest value to it is its lasting nature.  Tutorials are prominently shown with room for discussion below and support threads can be searched through with more popular questions having already been answered.  Plus, who doesn’t want to earn reputation points with the great projects that can be posted in Show Your Projects?  Sure, we nearly created all of this in the Discord, but this forum is far more accessible and lasting.  All in all we are looking to make better use of this site we have had for over a decade and to provide this community a better channel of discussion.

Site Hosted Leagues

The purpose of Sim-Monsters.com is to provide a space for the community to gather, make content, and host leagues.  However, unlike uploading content or participating in the community, hosting a league on this site is a privilege we afford to those able to handle the responsibility and uphold the reputation of the website and community.  We have seen issues arise over the course of the first season RORMJL has hosted on the website and we are addressing these issues with them.  Moving forward we will be more active in supervising leagues hosted on the site and will not tolerate any more toxic behavior or troublemaking.  This goes for league officials and competitors.

Along those lines, we will be implementing changes to how leagues are added to the site and how they can host events.  

• New leagues looking to be added to the site will need to provide a rule book and sheets for events and points tracking.
• We will also require the league official(s) to host a fun run on the website that is overseen by a member of the staff to ensure competency.

Furthermore, all leagues will now host their events in the Sim-Monsters Discord.  We will provide a category with the needed chats to host events, along with the roles needed to make announcements and manage competitors.  We are looking to work alongside league owners to provide the best solution for everyone, so feedback will be greatly appreciated.

The benefits to this are twofold; verified community members will be able to easily join your league section in the Discord server and staff will always be able to take control of a situation that cannot be contained by the league officials.  We will be working to ensure that league owners have all the tools needed to effectively run their league in the new Discord server.

Sim-Monsters Anti Cheat Update

Between the Truck Fest and NAMT, the anti cheat system has proven effective in both verifying that trucks are not being modified and allowing lap times to be posted in a convenient space.

I have been working to improve the tool used to swap between using the anti cheat and using the Rigs of Rods API.  I am hoping to release a new version of the tool as soon as possible.  To further improve the ability to use this in other leagues, I am working on creating a simple web page for league owners to access and use to verify that no one is modifying their trucks or race scripts.  Along with this, I am looking to make this page visible to everyone, but only with lap times visible to avoid witch hunts and accusations not being handled appropriately.

Here is a preview of the new anti cheat tool:

As you can see, it is as simple as I could make it.  It will also make sure you are not running Rigs of Rods when trying to switch servers.

There is still more work to be done after this is completed, but I hope that these updates will make the anti cheat accessible to all leagues on Sim-Monsters.

Rigs of Rods Update (2021.02)

Rigs of Rods released an update a few days ago (https://www.rigsofrods.org/download).  At the moment, there are a few issues, but otherwise the new version is stable.  We are determined to keep the community on the latest stable release of Rigs of Rods, but if you are not interested in dealing with the issues in the 2021.02, you can stay with version 2020.01 for the time being.  Both 2020.01 and 2021.02 connect to the same multiplayer servers.

Sim-Monsters Moving Forward

Last September, Sim-Monsters turned 10 and last November, we passed 7000 members.  Last year saw users joining at a peak not seen since 2012, with consistent growth that is greater than any time in site history, however we have the slowest activity on the forum that I can recall.  We truly believe that this forum is the best place for this community to discuss, share, and collaborate and we encourage everyone to participate here more.

I implore anyone who has an idea, no matter how small, to bring it up in this thread so we can work together to make Sim-Monsters the best it can be.

I want to thank everyone on the staff as well as everyone in this community for their efforts to create some of the best free content for the monster truck community at large.  I look forward to what we all can achieve moving forward.

tl;dr

• Congrats to Vincent Akard and Chris Bialek for winning the Truck Fest
• We are moving to a new Discord that is for site members only with less discussion chats.  Leagues will host their events in this Discord server as well.
• New leagues will need to verify that they have the needed documents and sheets to host a league.  They will also need to host a fun run monitored by a staff member before being approved.
• I am working on an update for the Sim-Monsters Anti Cheat tool as well as developing a web page to host the lap times and anti cheat data for league owners.
• A new stable version of Rigs of Rods was released with a few minor issues (https://www.rigsofrods.org/download).
• We are strongly encouraging everyone to try and use the forum more for discussion and communication.

@andersongravedigger50 This league closed its sign-ups and has finished its season. Please read the thread before trying to sign-up.

Have you been downloading a lot of files today? Users are only allowed to download 25 files per 24 hour period. So you will need to wait for the cooldown to expire. You are not in trouble, this is just how the site functions.