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Region name changes and beacon stops
My region Five O'Clock Somewhere has a beacon or hacker problem? When I go to opensim I find my region coming up as Cirrus and it says GCG. I reset the key etc, but the problem keeps reocurring. How can the name of my Region and grid be changing and what should I do?

Purrfectt Katt

*** HO HO HO *** NEW SPECIAL X-MAS EDITION RELEASE 19th NOVEMBER 2019 *** For up to 04 players! Available for FREE and FULL PERM. Enjoy :)

Black swan comes to visit white swan family. The lady of the house just loved his red snout.

Hypergrid Beacon teleporter
Can someone help please?
I have tried for 2 days to set up the open sim hypergrid TP, I followed all instructions exactly but when I paste my key and click submit nothing happens and I have message above the TP board saying Not Initialized.
Searching for animated Pets

Hi everyone where can i find animated cats and dogs that follow you on your region?

Where my fuzzbuts, Nekos and Kitsunes at?
At one time opensim use to have a thriving group of furs, nekos, kitsunes, etc.. but now their nowhere. Did they all go back to SL? Yes true there are my valleys, Bastian's Furry Paradise, and Jeeper's White wolf regions but to the best of my knowledge, that's it.
new version

is there a new version of Satyr Farms out
maybe 3.1 or 31???
Thanks

Farm items got reset to zero, after reboot and grid offline for 8 hours
Hi,
My 100 casks of maturing wine and whiskey are poofing expiring, my farm birds all became eggs, I lost three trays of stored produce reset to 0%, and all my vines and trees are stripped etc... after a reboot and when our grid was offline for 8 hours, I was wondering if I could get some assistance and information from a fellow farmer or maybe the developer of the farming game,

Thank you,
Tenshi
Purchased items don't show up in inventory
Hi, I'm a resident of OSGrid and am fairly inexperienced with hypergriding. I've been hopping to different grids looking for items to set up my avi and home on OSGrid, and I've had some successful transfers of items between various grids. Yesterday, I finally found a few buildings / structures for my new home at Cobra Bay Mall on Neverworld, but when I buy the items, they don't appear in my inventory. I attempted to buy 10-12 items, and each transaction seemed normal, barring the items actually reaching inventory. I received an "unable to authenticate" message with a singular item, but this message was not replicated with the others. Does anyone know what could be the issue?
Stop me if you heard this before: I can't log in.

Same user name and password that brought me here. Firestorm and OSGrid won't let me log in.

Unable to Verify Identity

I'm new to the metaverse...I'm trying to explore some of the grids, but i receive the error message, "Unable to verify identity"...what do I have to do to be able to teleport to grids here...?


Pagane: "Unable to verify identity" error know only one of this: 1. Visited server have error in firewall settings. 2. Your grid server have error in DNS settings. 3. Someone make next pseudo ban filter and k... 5 years ago
Continuous Beacon Problems and No Support for it
That beacon has become a royal pain. And with no one answering me or fixing the problem as to the scripts in it causing my region textures to turn white including everything in it, not being able to delete the beacon(it always comes back), and no support for the performance for this thing makes me want to get rid of it. It has wrecked havok on my region since I put it down. Who is tech support for opensimworld and where do I contact them.I need this fixed asap.
Creating an Original OpenSimulator Character
A Simple Guide to ChatGPT, Tripo, and Ferd Frederix's New Mesh Uploader
Creating original 3D characters for OpenSimulator has become much easier. With ChatGPT for reference artwork, Tripo for 3D model creation and rigging, and Ferd Frederix's new GLTF/DAE/FBX Mesh Uploader, you can bring your creations into OpenSimulator without manually rigging them in Blender or Avastar.
This tutorial walks through the process, from your first character idea to seeing your creation in-world.
What You'll Need
- ChatGPT — To create your character reference image.
- Tripo — To turn your image into a 3D model, rig it, and preview animations.
- Fred's Mesh Uploader — To import your finished model into OpenSimulator.
- An OpenSimulator viewer — To inspect and test your creation.
You will also need access to a DreamGrid installation with the uploader enabled, either through its desktop interface or through authorized web uploading.
Step 1: Create Your Character in ChatGPT
Every character starts with an idea!
You might create a fantasy creature, a holiday character, a cartoon animal, or something entirely original.
For characters you intend to rig, the reference image is particularly important.
Ask ChatGPT to create a full-body character in a T-pose, facing directly forward.
Suggested ChatGPT prompt:
"Create an original full-body 3D character reference image, facing directly forward in a true T-pose. Arms extended horizontally, fingers separated, legs slightly apart with a clear gap between them, and both feet fully visible. Use a plain gray background. No props, scenery, text, or clothing connecting the legs."
A clean image helps Tripo distinguish the character's limbs and body proportions.
Tip: Avoid long skirts, hanging fabric, complicated accessories, and overlapping body parts. These can interfere with automatic rigging.
Step 2: Create Your 3D Model in Tripo
Once you are happy with your reference image:
Open Tripo and select its Image to 3D workflow.
Upload your ChatGPT character image.
Generate the 3D model.
Examine the character from several angles.
Check that the arms, hands, legs, and feet are properly separated.
If something looks wrong, correct the reference image and generate another model.
Do not rush into rigging a model with fused limbs or badly distorted geometry. Fixing the source is usually easier than trying to repair the finished result.
Step 3: Rig Your Character in Tripo
This is where your character comes to life!
Tripo provides automatic rigging capabilities for supported character models.
Open your generated model.
Select the available rigging or animation workflow.
Apply automatic rigging.
Preview an available animation.
Watch the shoulders, elbows, hands, hips, knees, and feet.
Look for unnatural bending, stretching, or distortion.
If the rigging is unsuccessful, try regenerating a cleaner model.
For wearable OpenSimulator characters, preserve a proper T-pose as the rig's reference pose. An action pose is not a suitable substitute.
Important: Tripo's interface and available features may change over time.
Step 4: Export Your Character as an FBX ZIP
Once your model is ready, use Tripo's FBX export option.
Select the appropriate FBX export.
Download the exported model and associated files.
Keep the supplied ZIP package intact, including any textures or supporting files.
Save a backup of your original character image and Tripo project.
For this tutorial, we use an FBX ZIP because Fred's uploader supports FBX files, including rigged characters, and ZIP packages containing models and their textures.
A static GLB and a rigged FBX are not interchangeable for every intended use. Choose the export that preserves the data you need.
Step 5: Open Fred's GLTF/DAE/FBX Mesh Uploader
Fred Frederix has developed a Mesh Uploader that can import several popular 3D formats directly into an OpenSimulator region.
Supported formats include:
- DAE (Collada)
- FBX
- GLTF
- GLB
- ZIP packages containing supported models and textures
For grid administrators using DreamGrid, open the main DreamGrid window, choose Content, and select Load DAE, GLB, GLTF, FBX.
The uploader opens with options to select your model, preview it, adjust scale, and choose its destination.
Select your FBX ZIP package using the file browser.
Preview your model before uploading. This can help you catch missing textures, incorrect sizing, and other problems.
Step 6: Choose Object, Clothing, or Avatar
Fred's uploader supports different kinds of mesh imports.
Object: Use this for decorative characters, statues, props, furniture, and other in-world objects. With both wearable options unchecked, an FBX armature is ignored and the model imports in its saved pose.
Clothing: Use this for supported rigged attachments intended to follow an avatar's movements.
Avatar: Use this for a complete wearable character body. The uploader can process supported rigs, skin weights, and joint positions for OpenSimulator.
For wearable characters, the uploader's automatic skeleton conversion requires a working Python installation on the DreamGrid computer. The Clothing and Avatar options will be unavailable if Python is not detected.
The model must also have a suitable armature and T-pose. Automatic conversion cannot guarantee that every unusual character or rig will work perfectly.
Note about animation: Importing a rigged model is not the same as importing and playing its original Tripo animation. A wearable character uses the OpenSimulator avatar animation system. Test animation behavior separately rather than assuming every animation embedded in an FBX will play in-world.
Step 7: Build and Load Your Character
In Fred's uploader:
Choose the source model or ZIP package.
Examine the model preview.
Adjust the scale if necessary.
Select a running destination region.
Set the desired placement coordinates, or use the online-avatar placement option.
Select the appropriate wearable option if needed.
Click Build & Load.
The uploader processes the model and builds an OpenSim Archive (OAR) behind the scenes, then loads the model into the chosen region.
When using avatar-based placement, the object can appear approximately two meters in front of your avatar.
Watch the uploader's status window for errors or warnings.
Step 8: Test Your Character in OpenSimulator
Once your character appears in-world, inspect it carefully.
For decorative objects, check the size, textures, orientation, geometry, and placement.
For wearable characters, right-click the imported object and select Take. Find it in your inventory and wear it.
Test several ordinary avatar animations to see whether the character bends and moves correctly.
Check the arms, knees, feet, and overall proportions. Some characters may require additional adjustments.
Before sharing your creation, also check permissions, texture quality, and rendering performance.
Tips for Better Results
Start simple. Characters with clean proportions and separated limbs are easier to rig.
Keep your models efficient. Highly detailed geometry can increase rendering costs and cause upload problems. Fred's uploader enforces a maximum of 65,535 vertices per material section.
Keep textures with the model. A ZIP package helps prevent supporting files from getting separated.
Use a proper T-pose for wearable characters. This is essential for correct avatar animation behavior.
Test before distributing. What looks good in Tripo may need adjustment once imported into OpenSimulator.
The Complete Workflow
Character idea → ChatGPT reference image → Tripo 3D generation → Tripo rigging → FBX ZIP export → Fred's Mesh Uploader → OpenSimulator testing
No manual Blender rigging. No Avastar workflow. Just a much more direct way to create and import original characters.
Thank You, Ferd!
This new uploader has saved an enormous amount of time in my creative workflow.
Instead of manually building and rigging characters through several different programs, I can create a character, generate and rig it in Tripo, export the FBX package, and bring the result into OpenSimulator using Fred's GUI.
Seeing something I imagined become a 3D character standing in-world is still a wonderful experience.
Thank you, Fred, for continuing to develop tools that make creating in OpenSimulator easier and more accessible to everyone!
Official documentation: https://outworldz.com/Outworldz_installer/Help/Mesh%20Uplo...
Tutorial note: The exact results depend on the model, its rigging, the chosen import mode, and the DreamGrid version. This guide covers mesh import and wearable character testing; it does not guarantee automatic playback of Tripo's exported animations.
If you need help please feel free to IM u/MariannaMonentes Thank you Adrian Moon for reaching out asking for a tutorial.

GAY_ASIA: Das Problem ist hierbei schon ChatGPT. Die Bilderstellung für Avatare, die man ggf. dann auch umkleiden könnte, scheitert schon im Ansatz. ChatGPT Es tut uns leid, aber das von uns erstellte Bild ve... 9 minutes ago

Just logged in to this. - WolfViewer works with any grid https://wolf-grid.com with real clouds and a completely rewritten shader engine.


Marianna Windsong: I love this Grid well managed and so professional. I also have one private region here just for me to sit and enjoy.. 15 hours ago

A stormy day in Tromso, WolfViewer and WolfStorm native enviroments https://wolf-grid.com < wolf viewer works on any grid


Xenon Darrow: Look at the sailboat leaning!!! 17 hours ago
Fall is in the Air at Novale
If you enjoy contrasts, Novale in Autumn should be your top destination. Come and get immerse in the explosion of colours in the natural habitats south of the mountain ridge and, if your are brave, go north in the dark and tricky side og halloween.

Vlad: hâte de visiter et vous revoir yesterday
For some time I have had several coasters on my private build floor and I am pleased to announce 4 new releases... In addition to the Cheese Factory, we have a TRIUNE of TERROR! Featuring: "Shock Zone" - "The DEAD Zone" and a SLICK SLIPPERY MESS: "The Viscoid". If a ride breaks, please allow 10 minutes for the aftermath protocol to complete. We had to put a limit on the body counts.

Gundahar Bravin: I love how I die over and over, it's a massive thrill! I should invite everyone who dislikes me to watch and laugh! 2 days ago

The community continues to drop off items and materials.
Come and have a rummage—you’re sure to find some interesting things.


Alina Trafalgar: Thanks Hicks 3 days ago
How we deal with 1000 metre mountains and some new WolfViewer / WolfStorm Features. Including 10 levels of terrain textures including being able to define textures for cliffs.

https://youtu.be/sVxaFdP3luo?si=VRgUE5dUfw27xRn6

Spax Orion: You've brought PLANETS to OPENSIM! I want a ring around mine! 4 days ago
Sunvibes has its own little minigrid. Feel free to stop by at the new spot - turn on stream check out some of the freebies and enjoy the vibe :)

Lots still under development - slowly it is taking shape.

Kashi Takeshi: Awesome grid, with a very nice owner. 4 days ago
🌌🐘 HG SAFARI MEETS OSFEST 2026! 🚀✨
Get ready for an electrifying adventure across the Hypergrid!
Join Star Ravenhurst for a special HG Safari Region Tour as we explore the spectacular Electric Vortex on the Tenth Dimension Grid, in a special combined event with OSFest 2026!
🌟 Discover an incredible region filled with dazzling sights, imaginative creations, and amazing features. From futuristic landscapes to breathtaking visual experiences, there's plenty to explore!
📅 Wednesday, October 14, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM Grid Time
🌐 Destination: Electric Vortex – Tenth Dimension Grid
hop://grid.tenthdimension.org:26002/Electric Vortex/268/197/22
🎤 Your Guide: Star Ravenhurst
Whether you're a seasoned Hypergrid explorer or joining your first Safari, everyone is welcome!
✨ Come for the adventure, stay for the discoveries, and experience the creativity that makes OpenSim extraordinary!
🐘🚀 See you on Safari!

Kimm Starr: With bells on! 6 days ago
Escape 2 Realitys Halloween sim is up and has almost a dozen new items to bring you a more frightning and spooktacular season ,new props and jump scares await you!!! this weekend ill be adding new gifts to the end of the maze remember the maze starts at the house and there is only one way to escape the maze can you ?? do it recieve the 4 freebies from last yr and the new items to come this weekend enjoy and see ya soon if ya make it out lmao

CyberGlo CyberStar: Does anyone have a hajib for free? I am trying to scare people at my halloween sim by dressing as an islamic terrorist. I already have the bomb vest and a automatic rifle for my avatar. This is int... 7 days ago

Elven Regal Ivory Set is so beautiful in it's own way ... try it in your castle! Animated sits in all. ENJOY!


Govani13: Deine arbieten sidn wunder schön auch ven nich tnicht im Reich der elfen zu hause bin ,doch passen deienn arbeiten in unser dies zeitigen Räume.. 8 days ago
Contents of Needful Things
< FaM[a]shed > The shop with a variety of full-perms meshes
< Pharmacy > No city is complete without a pharmacy
< Clarity > Everything for your eyes

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Inhalte von Needful Things
< FaM[a]shed > Der Shop mit diversen Fullperm Meshes
< Pharmacy > Eine Apotheke darf in keiner Stadt fehlen
< Clarity > Alles rund um die Augen

NightshadeCeres: ich liebe needful things! wo du da gerade am aufräumen bist… hat es da noch flexi haare? (und flexi röcke? vielleicht sogar welche in dinkie size?) (ich hoffe, ich hab keines deiner postings übersehen... 10 days ago
DJ DEBBIE loves her music, Has lots of amazing Ska,Dance, Pop , and tunes that you request.
Lets join her for an 2 hours set at the Landing point at AMV , Where the Moonlight Shines brighter then the Stars.

Everybody is welcome ,

hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/35...

Tyler Mathews: join us for Half Tiem with Dj Debbie 10 days ago

i've been standing out here all day and nobody will stop and give me a ride. guess they don't like hitchhikers out here. sigh


Govani13: Sie mögen wohl kein axt neben sich sitzen haben ,welch von einem blutigen köper begleite wird ..lol 9 days ago

For my Halloween costume I have black fantasy skin & need evox markings for my face. Any ideas where to find? All i am finding is makeup. Like gold evox tats


NightshadeCeres: i‘m not sure, if i get exactly, what you want, but She Said Destroy is always a good source for evox stuff: https://opensimworld.com/post/125307 17 days ago
◥▧▧▧ DJ Adriana ▧▧▧◤
◥▧▧▧▧FRIDAY 12PM Grid Time▧▧▧▧◤
█◄♫►█ ⇨ ᴡʜᴏ : DJ Adriana
█◄♫►█ ⇨ sᴛʏʟᴇ : good vibes & deep bass
█◄♫►█ ⇨ ᴡʜᴇɴ : 10/02/26 -- start is 12pm Grid Time
█◄♫►█ ⇨ ᴡʜᴇʀᴇ: The Rooftop - Events
█◄♫►█ ⇨ GRAB YOUR FRIENDS and come :))))

hop://grid.virtual-worlds.zone:8002:Rooftop-Events

C/C/C: yeah Adriana on Air @The Rooftop and Friday is secured!!!PARTY PARTY PARTY !!!! 18 days ago

Wolf Territories Home, our new welcome. 12x12.


Wolf Territories Grid: https://wolf-grid.com/index.php?f=lsl 18 days ago
🎃 **The Halloween Market on Fleetwood is now open!** 🎃

Halloween season has begun on Fleetwood – and my Halloween Market is now open for you until **October 31st**.

At the market, you will find a wide selection of **unique, beautiful, and lovingly designed Halloween decorations**. Alongside classic spooky decorations, there are also many special pieces that are perfect for decorating homes, gardens, shops, public spaces, or even complete Halloween scenes.

Whether spooky, mysterious, playful, or simply decorative – there is plenty to discover at the Halloween Market. If you are looking to decorate your own sim or home for Halloween, you will find lots of inspiration here and perhaps exactly that one special decoration you have been looking for. You will find the Hallooween Market on "Green Market".

Even getting to the market can be part of the experience. There are several ways to reach it:

• use the **Teleport Pads** if you want to get there quickly and conveniently
• take the **Monorail** and enjoy a little ride around Fleetwood along the way
• or simply take a relaxing walk and reach the market **on foot**

So take your time, have a look around, and discover the many Halloween items and decorations I have put together for this special time of year.

👻 **The Halloween Market is open now and will remain open until October 31st.**

I look forward to your visit and hope you have lots of fun exploring, decorating, and, of course, getting ready for Halloween! 🎃

Yinni Benelli: Thank you! =) 19 days ago
Attention all OpenSim users!
V-Life has officially launched its brand-new in-world monetary system!
Enjoy smooth, secure, and instant transactions for shopping and trading.
Everyone is welcome—hop in seamlessly via Hypergrid.
Come visit today and explore our growing economy!

Skibidyyea: Nivger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger Nigger N... 19 days ago

WolfStorm, WolfViewer, Real waves beautiful sunset https://wolf-grid.com - This is what happens when you rewrite the shaders.

Opensim is so much more than just one grid, and getting out there to learn more about our neighbors is good for your brain !
The current (Fall) season has about 6 more weeks to run, if you haven't joined us in the past, you can learn about how the trips work here https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/p/how-to-join-safari.html
There's also a blog that tells the story of the people and places we go to. For example, here are a few of the things we've done in recent weeks:
we went to Groovyverse to learn about Burning Man
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2026/09/burn-story.html
Lina and Nick of Mexico Lindo told us all about hispanic heritage in Opensim
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2026/09/lovely-mexico-lindo....
we immersed ourselves in desert based art on WTG
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2026/09/arabian-delights.htm...
on Second Sanctuary Grid, we went for a cat hunt
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2026/09/herding-cats-on-2nd-...
Plus, we learned about the YouTube talk show Inworld Review, all about opensim
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2026/09/the-review-and-you.h...

Thirza Ember: You have to come back on the show for a proper interview, Cyb, that was years ago, we need to know more LOL ☆𝓼𝓽𝓪𝓻𝓼𝓽𝓻𝓾𝓬𝓴☆ 22 days ago
End of Month - September 2026 begins in about 30 minutes.
Just a chill set of Big Band tunes.
Come chill with us as Summer gets replaced by Fall.
https://www.equinoxgrid.net/wpWebsite/index.php/event/eom-...
Sept 27th, 4pm to 6pm. equinoxgrid.com:8002:EQG Club Equinox

Xaria Aubrey: Thank you to all those that came and participated. Watch for Halloween Shack next month. 22 days ago
🔥📢 Official Album Announcement — «M3» by "Hazel" 📢🔥
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INB-j0HnAcY&list=OLAK5uy_n...
🚨 Get Ready... The Moment Has Arrived! 🚨
🎤 The moment everyone has been waiting for is finally here! 🎤

After months of hard work, dedication, and a dream that never slept...
Hazel is back to set the world on fire with her debut album! 💥

🎵 «M3» 🎵
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⚡ About the Album
This is not just an album... it's an explosion of emotions! 🔥
Melodies that will stay in your head, lyrics that will live in your soul, and the voice of Hazel that will shake every fiber of your being! 🎧💜

From the very first second, you'll say: "Who is this?!" 😱
By the last track, you'll say: "I need to hear it again!" 🔁

Amanda Lee: Love it! Mic vs Fire 🔥! ❤️❤️❤️❤️!! 22 days ago
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