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  1. violarum

    Universal Orlando Resort Misc Refurbs

    Truly just one. Wild. I just insist that it should be pushed back into the land so that you didn’t see Hogwarts in the same view. Relocating it would also hopefully solve the drainage issues that plague that path every time it rains heavily. It happened again today. I also wish the logo on...
  2. violarum

    Universal Orlando Resort Misc Refurbs

    Nono! It was just repainted! I worded that weird - just wanted people to see how good it looks now.
  3. violarum

    Universal Orlando Resort Misc Refurbs

    Anyone uhhh seen the JP archway lately? Asking for a friend!
  4. violarum

    Jurassic World VelociCoaster Construction Thread (Opening June 10)

    I agree. :) Also the first scene is a LOT cooler than people might think it is. I would look closely at the raptors here. So excited for everyone to ride!!!
  5. violarum

    Jurassic World VelociCoaster Construction Thread (Opening June 10)

    Definitely would’ve been a great ending surprise. I’m actually more upset however that the final cage hallway doesn’t let you see into the ride, as the rendering showed it would. The views from there of the ride would’ve been so good. Kinda like a “that was just you! wasn’t that great?” sort of...
  6. violarum

    Jurassic World VelociCoaster Construction Thread (Opening June 10)

    Trust me, when you’re on the actual ride, you don’t have any time to notice any potential raptor movement lol. The first gasp of breath this ride gives you after the first launch is at the top of the top hat.
  7. violarum

    "Old School" Universal Orlando

    All Universal parks can have themed globes, as a treat!
  8. violarum

    Jurassic World VelociCoaster Construction Thread (Opening June 10)

    Y’know, everyone gets mad that Disney takes their time, but Universal should take a cue from them and NOT repeat the massive cluster**** that was Volcano Bay. Rushing projects is NEVER a good idea, especially for the working conditions of contractors. Sure, you get the attractions faster, but...
  9. violarum

    "Old School" Universal Orlando

    Yes! Our beloved park was supposed to have a sort of steampunk-style globe that mirrors USF’s. Take a look at the layout of the coloured concrete in CityWalk: You’ll note that near the Pharos lighthouse, there’s a similar circular area where there’s a compass formed by the concrete. This is...
  10. violarum

    "Old School" Universal Orlando

    Love that hourglass! Weird 90s paint job, but it evokes the same style that IOA’s globe was supposed to have. Shame that it never got built... I think it would’ve added a lot to the entryway plaza.
  11. violarum

    Jurassic World VelociCoaster Construction Thread (Opening June 10)

    I’m fully aware, since it’s my job to undo that fade lol. I’m just saying that the actual scheme of colours just isn’t doing it. It’s similar to what happened with Mythos - when it was repainted most recently, the chroma was waaay too intense. There’s supposed to be undertones of blue and...
  12. violarum

    Jurassic World VelociCoaster Construction Thread (Opening June 10)

    I really heavily dislike the new colour scheme of the bas relief bone sculpture murals, but it must have been approved by UC so sadly there’s not much that can be done. The original look from ‘98 was definitely better and not so “HDR” heavy, but personally I think that a metal with cool toned...
  13. violarum

    Jurassic World VelociCoaster Construction Thread (Opening June 10)

    I get what they’re trying to go for, but it’s just far too consistently placed and grown in to give me realism. The fake plants growing from the rockwork were so much better in terms of quantity and composition imo.
  14. violarum

    Jurassic World VelociCoaster Construction Thread (Opening June 10)

    Hm, do the vehicles have on board audio? I don’t see anything that looks like speaker grills on them. I think all audio will be in the paddock area pointing at the vehicles as they pass the raptors and launches.
  15. violarum

    Theme Park Artwork

    Thank you so much badlactose! I have always wanted it to be in Hogsmeade for the same reason. Artisanal pastries and assorted teas, soft and sweet music instead of the booming loud music outside, and super inviting scents? Sign me up lol.
  16. violarum

    Jurassic World VelociCoaster Construction Thread (Opening June 10)

    I’m actually offended lol. Vinyl could never, my darlings. She doesn’t have the range.
  17. violarum

    Theme Park Artwork

    Thank you as always Descendo!!! I super duper appreciate your enthusiasm for my art, and have been so happy to see your illustrations for parks as well in the recent past. Also yes I put a lot of thought into this design, especially for the relationship with FOH and BOH, given that I’ve worked...
  18. violarum

    Universal's Epic Universe Wish List & Speculation

    Yeah there’s not a super high chance; we’ll see. At least I know pretty much everyone would definitely prefer it if they did so lol.
  19. violarum

    Universal's Epic Universe Wish List & Speculation

    A physical preview center still makes perfect sense IF it is accompanied with an extremely similar online experience that will, like you said, boost intra/international travel. And the reason it does is because there is still a vital aspect to this that is exclusive to the physical space, and...
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