Marianna ^✦✔ @Marianna

When creating my metal for jewelry I found @FredFerderix Outworldz Metal Plates, these give the best effects on metal wow. These work well with ceilings too https://outworldz.com/cgi/free-seamless-textures.plx?c=Met...
(this is not PBR) just using Binn-Phong

I had some time to play with PBR thank you @FerdFrederix for suggesting I try it, and as you can see it makes the jewelry look so much better!! Nice! But that means I have my work cut out for me, I have lots of jewelry to update. I will have a PBR section at the store, keeping the old classic textures because not all grids support PBR, this is the first piece I will get it in the store today sometime, Celtic Knot Picture Locket.

Look who stopped by Lilly to try out the waves and board!! @JamieWright cuts through the waves like a seasoned pro! Thank you for stopping by Anna and checking out the surf! Thank you Lilly setting us up! Looks like we have competition !! Yayy

Grid Hiccups today, I apologize will be back online soon I apologize to @Lillysparks who is so kind to share the surfboard rezzer and wave, I hoped we could get it installed today, sorry Lilly I was so excited! Back soon!

🌿🌌 Welcome to Iknimaya: A Pandoran Paradise! 🌌🌿
Step into a world inspired by the awe-inspiring landscapes of the movie Avatar. Welcome to Iknimaya, where the wonders of Pandora come to life before your very eyes. At the landing, you'll find a box of beautiful Pandoran flowers created in the early days before mesh, we called it torturing prims (a favorite pastime). The region is lush, and enjoyable to explore, “I see you.”
three.hills.grid.outworldz.net:8002:iknimaya Thank you @JoeBuilder and @FerdFrederix for adding to the lovely plant collection here.

https://three.hills.grid.outworldz.net/index.php/iknimaya/

Yesterday I woke up really early and did couple of hours of work, and passed out on my keyboard. When I looked again and peeked at my screen there was a message from @JoeBuilder with this beautiful Kimono gift, I am sorry I missed you Joe thank you for stopping by and sharing this lovely Kimono. I had been trying for awhile to rig a Kimono but I cannot get the sleeves just right and really wanted a nice mesh Kimono, this gift is very much appreciated. Thank you!

Was telling Ferd Frederix that I had created bubblegum but could not remember what script it was I used. He said Oh! I know that one and he passed me this cool bubblegum, I wanted to share it with all of you. It is in the Monentes Jewelry store foyer on the little table. virtual-hg.com:8002:Monentes Jewelry Thank you Ferd, now I can chew gum and kick ass, instead of just kicking ass!

Skyrealm Observatory

Whether gazing at the stars above or taking in the sprawling vistas below, this mountain retreat offers a truly unforgettable experience. Thank you @ferdfrederix for lending a hand in this project. This is an EEP-enhanced region please use shared environment. virtual-hg.com:8002:SkyRealm

...dust kickin', boot-stompin', gun slingin', chew spittin' (yes we have spitoons) dirt roads, weeds, saloon, mercantile with free gifts , barn, with barn dancin' I think you get the idea. This is a rip roarin' kinda town, not for the squeamish of heart! Free items in the General Mercantile virtual-hg.com:8002:Abandoned Ghost Town

Fred thank you!! We have a beautiful bee to add to our collection! This bee has a built-in AO too, making it super easy to animate! I love this Bee and I love you Ferd! Thank you!! Please stop by to fly the garden! Please stop by to pick up your free BEE!!
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Hey, all you people with labs needing brains in Jars-I found the perfect prop for your lab. https://sketchfab.com/3d-models/brains-in-a-jar-346b9d1d72... You can find this in the Monentes Jewelry store foyer. You might be asking wtf how does brains go with jewelry, who f#$king knows??

Alright, I have an update about how some grids can teleport into my grid and some cannot. We had a rebranding of the grid, and some grid's DNS cache is still showing the old continuum address. A clearing of the grid DNS cache should help clear up those failed teleports. I have tested with many grids and it works flawlessly to and from said grids. There are just a couple whose residents cannot teleport into our grid, after all the research it isn't our end. We have no bans on any avatar or grid. If you are at a grid and cannot teleport into VHG maybe try teleporting to Osgrid and then into VHG cause there are no issues with Osgrid to VHG. Thank you, everyone, for reaching out to me and letting me know you would like to visit, it isn't VHG end this time. http://virtual-hg.com:8002/

Let's face it, things get completely MAD in the Hypergrid.
From technology glitches to virtual relationships it can get wacky. So in this light, we thought it would be fun to share those times here with Comics so that we all can have a bit of stress relief! https://virtual-hg.com/JOpensim/index.php?option=com_conte...

Ever want to have your own Space Base? Created by @Fred Beckhusen and @Joe Builder Silent Refueling Base has everything you need for a working Space Base. There is a big rig carrying geoms. A CH-47D Chinook v1.0 USCG, C5 Galaxy, Towers, Satellite Dishes all the vehicles you will need too! When I asked Fred about it he said "What it might look launching the Valley Forge into space. The movie "Silent Running", with Bruce Dern, did not show this part. It is fan fiction, and has the same Aircraft Carrier "USN Valley Forge" they used as a movie set." If you would like to visit the original base please find it here

Please add this to your map: www.outworldz.com:9000:Silent Refueling Base
You will find it in your drop down list of Outworldz free .oars. Thank you @Fred Beckhusen #oar #oars #ferdfrederix#fred #JoeBuilder

Outworldz-DreamGrid .oars
Fred Beckhusen designs and creates .oars to share with his Outworldz-Dreamgrid members. The OAR is licensed exclusively for use in DreamWorld Grids. CC-BY-NC, Outworldz, LLC.

This gunslinger just traversed in time...been a while since he saw the light of day. He is in a rip roarin' gunslingin' mood so keep on the lookout at Abandoned Ghost Town continuum.outworldz.net:8002:Abandoned Ghost Town

How many of you have wanted to install Marvelous Designer only to find how expensive it is? Me too, I had it at one time and loved it. I made a skirt that I still have and wanted to try creating clothing again so researched and found a great "Garment Tool" addon for blender it is only 40 USD and works just like Marvelous Designer! I am learning it now so wish me luck lol this is where to purchase it! https://bartoszstyperek.gumroad.com/l/GarmentTool

Remember the Unknown Comic? He had it right all along! Rigged, free/full perm bag mask for the days you simply want to be incognito. Can be found at the Rigged avatar store,
continuum.outworldz.net:8002/Monentes%20Jewelry/180/154/701

The first snow, before the leaves fall...snowy aspen. It is free/full perms so that you can take to Blender and play with it. I created it last year and if I remember correctly I decimated it but I could be wrong...land impact 3 This is in the Monentes Jewelry foyer continuum.outworldz.net:8002:Monentes Jewelry I created the tree in Blender then I used the "Real Snow" addon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bCjOa_cuhPY it is a fun tool!

Olo'eyktan Clan Leader

Roleplay Leader or Clan Olo'eyktan positions available at Iknimaya Pandoran RP.. Olo'eyktan's are the Leaders of Iknimaya, there will be three one from each clan. We are seeking individuals who have the desire to work and live as a Na'vi in the most spectacular Opensim Na'vi RP Region.

The selected candidates just need the desire to work and grow with a new RP region. Skills sought are
1. Public Relations
2. Community Organizer experience is plus
3. Knowledge of the Movie Avatar
You will be given the necessary materials to understand Na'vi way of life and Iknimaya Pandoran RP Region

General duties include, but not limited to:
*Accepting RP Applications
*Designating Clan Members to their clans and roles.
* Accepting clan back stories for each clan member
*Leading your Clan in RP


The selected candidate will be required to give at least 4 hours (divided up if needed) each week or more.
Please express your interest to: Marianna Monentes

I placed this Pumpkin Hot Air Balloon free and full perms for you at the Monentes Jewelry store. You will need to add a touring script there are a few available please choose what works best for you. You will find it in an orange box in the foyer.
continuum.outworldz.net:8002:Monentes Jewelry

We want to thank everyone for coming out to see the Cannabis Information Center. I have had so many positive feedback messages about the center. Thank you. Initially I was told that the center was not needed when people can just google the information. While that may be true, some of you have said just the opposite. That having the information in one convenient location without having to google it is nice, thank you, we appreciate that. We wanted to share the information in a relaxing center. We like to think of it as an outdoor cannabis library where the literature never gets wet from the virtual rain. Please stop by anytime and thank you.

hop://continuum.outworldz.net:8002/PacificNorthwest/130/43...

The excitement of turning a dream into reality. It begins as a spark of imagination, a vivid mental picture of a breathtaking world—perhaps a misty mountain range, an alien landscape, or a bustling medieval city. This dream is like the first stroke of inspiration for an artist.

When you start building, the blank OpenSim region becomes your canvas, a digital palette where each prim, texture, and script is a brushstroke. The process is exhilarating as you shape the terrain, paint the sky with colors and clouds, and breathe life into your vision. You sculpt cliffs, plant forests, and carve rivers, adding details that make your world not just beautiful but immersive.

What makes OpenSim even more thrilling is its ability to provide massive land sizes without the prohibitive costs of other virtual platforms like Second Life. The expansive landscapes give creators room to explore their wildest ideas, unburdened by financial constraints. This freedom fuels creativity, allowing for sprawling builds that are limited only by the creator’s imagination.

There's also a sense of discovery as the imagined meets the possible. You experiment with elements—adjusting lighting for a perfect sunset, scripting interactive elements, or adding soundscapes that make the environment hum with life. The joy of creation is heightened when the imagined dream surpasses your expectations and becomes a place where others can explore, share, and marvel.

Building in OpenSim is not just crafting pixels; it’s the act of creation in its purest form—a thrilling dance between imagination and realization, where the limits are only bound by the extent of your dreams.

This is an excellent place to start:
https://outworldz.com/Outworldz_installer/

We just opened the Bones and Nobles at the Soultrain Depot, and a coffee shop too where you can grab a cup! three.hills.grid.outworldz.net:8002:Wednesday at Midnight How do you get there? Knock three times on the Beetlegeuse brick wall at his house-be warned the train depot is people in all states prior to the afterlife transit to Neitherworld 👁️👁️

I catch the 3HG Studios bus today and my driver is this cool, magical troll-like guy with huge feet straddling the gas and brake pedals. He flashes this wild-eyed grin and shouts, “Get in and buckle up!”

Before I can even find my seat, he’s spinning the bus out of control and diving straight into the ocean. We’re cruising underwater, octopuses scattering as we zoom past. The troll just laughs and says, “How do you like my shortcut?” 3HG has a new adventure coming soon...stay tuned! Thank you @ferdfrederix @ferdzee @FredBeckhusen 🚌🦈🪸🦑🌊🧜🏽‍♀️

One night, I dreamt I stood at the river's edge in a canyon gorge. Terraced along the cliffs were abundant cherry trees, their branches cascading down towards the water. This place is the embodiment of that dream. We observe Hanami here. @FredBeckhusen/Ferd Frederix has added his magic touch throughout this region, thank you Ferd! three.hills.grid.outworldz.net:8002:Zensational

New and Improved steampunk lamp for your desk, please find it in the Monentes Store foyer. Or you can upload one too from this creator: https://www.blenderkit.com/asset-gallery-detail/a34a71d6-a...

I just placed the Nature's Embrace Set out, Update** I fixed it, I had to make the stone really teeny and when I uploaded it in the meshmerizer I increased the size some and it worked. In the store Foyer, at Monentes Jewelry.

@Ferdzee crafted a dynamic tapestry woven with threads of digital elements, textures, and lighting. The grandeur of the Grand Tower and the welcoming embrace of the city gates collectively symbolize the spirit of Japan. Thank you 🏯💗

three.hills.grid.outworldz.net:8002:Zensational

Awakening in an exotic land of inspiration and magic, I found myself enveloped by the scent of blooming jasmine and the soft whisper of the breeze through the trees. Zensational is a nice place just to unwind, everyone is welcome here 💗🌷🌷🪷🪷

I have various circlets and tiaras created at the back of the store by the wedding rings. I was asked to create these when I first started creating jewelry and have loved them ever since; these are always so fun to create and look pretty when worn. three.hills.grid.outworldz.net:8002:Monentes Jewelry

As the rickshaw, its wooden frame creaking with every turn of the wheels, carried a woman adorned in the intricate garments of her dynasty, a delicate sight unfolded before her. A little chicken, its feathers glistening under the sun, innocently pecked at grains scattered across the dusty path. With a sudden jolt, the rickshaw lurched forward, its operator perhaps distracted by the grandeur of his passenger. In a split second, the fragile creature found itself caught beneath the wheels, a tragic casualty of haste and carelessness. The woman's heart sank as she witnessed the scene unfold, a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and mindfulness in navigating the Rickshaws at Zensational's Sakuragawa. In the aftermath, amidst the clucking of nearby hens, a lesson resonated deeply—a plea for caution to all who tread the paths of life, urging them to watch carefully, lest they trample the innocent underfoot. three.hills.grid.outworldz.net:8002:Zensational

When I logged in to Sakuragawa this afternoon @JamieWright was visiting with a beautiful Hanami Dango gift for me, thank you Jamie. I was just loading an OAR when she arrived so it captured her for a bit in time, I am sorry I missed you Anna thank you so much for this lovely Hanami Dango :) I placed it on the plate so that others can get a delicious treat too.

I have rebranded the grid to Three Hills Grid. When we first named the grid we thought to name it after the magazine and since then, I have seen another grid named Virtual Grid, so as to eliminate any confusion I thought it would be best to rename it. I have always thought of Black Hills Gold as Three Hills Gold (the trio color of the gold) so naming it Three Hills Grid seemed right. The virtual-hg.com address is the same, I may also change that in the future. https://virtual-hg.com/JOpensim/index.php

While the heart and soul of Virtual-HG magazine remain unchanged, this rebranding is a testament to my profound passion for crafting intricate jewelry pieces.