Right click, copy image location, paste in browser address, save image.

Or download it from here: http://decimatoromega.deviantart.com/art/Decimator-Orb-490420921

I spent about an hour in Photoshop trying to get my stupid emblem right for Windows and to make it look a bit more pleasant, because I wasn't happy with the previous versions I made in Pixlir.

So I got Photoshop CC instead and boy there is nothing better than Photoshop in this world. At least for me to make the things look the way I want them too.

I figured after all of the test orbs I made and the countless edits I had to do let alone resize the fracking thing correctly, the only real reward is to share it with others.

If you liked the Helmet emblem from Halo or you liked this emblem I've had in particular, feel free to try out as your start orb for Windows.

This is intended for ClassicShell. It looks great on Windows 8/8.1, I cannot guarantee that it will look great on Windows 7 or Vista or heck even XP.

I do not think this will work with the Start Orb Changer if you have that instead, I believe it would need to be converted to a bmp that's transparent, so try that out and see if it works alone.

For ClassicShell users I recommend making the button size 50-55. I personally have it set at 55 since it looks about right there.

^Now with all of that legal stuff out of the way, enjoy the start orb.

Ooh la la.

You like it?

I'm still debating on whether I should make another version or not. The hover one can be an eye irritant if you look at it for too long. I dunno, my display sucks.

nice nice

I should have this be an official download on my Deviant Art too....

Turn down the glow or increase your canvas size. The glow clashes with the edges of the image and it is very distracting. Other than that it's cool.

Pro tip: emblems and simple icons are better made in Illustrator.

That horrible feel when I don't own illustrator. FUUUUU-

Thanks for the feedback. I recently released a deviant art version of this though so I'll update the link in the OP

Personally I don't mind the glow as much but my canvas was limited. Oddly enough it looks fine on Windows 8.1, but that's just my end. Everyone will have a different experience.

I'm at an intermediate level at photoshop, so even redoing this won't be an easy project.

Quote from: Decimator Omega on October 24, 2014, 01:59:06 PM

Quote from: Cheat on October 24, 2014, 01:56:57 PM

Turn down the glow or increase your canvas size. The glow clashes with the edges of the image and it is very distracting. Other than that it's cool.

Pro tip: emblems and simple icons are better made in Illustrator.

That horrible feel when I don't own illustrator. FUUUUU-

Thanks for the feedback. I recently released a deviant art version of this though so I'll update the link in the OP

Personally I don't mind the glow as much but my canvas was limited. Oddly enough it looks fine on Windows 8.1, but that's just my end. Everyone will have a different experience.

I'm at an intermediate level at photoshop, so even redoing this won't be an easy project.

If you saved it as a photoshop file, then go in and select image >> canvas size (I think) and just increase the size while leaving the anchor point unchanged, in the center.

Alternatively, go into the blending options for the icon layer and tone down the glow. Make sure you place a dark layer behind it for testing purposes, since glows don't show up well on light layers.

I see, so I guess the glow isn't what works then for most people. I made the glow large on purpose so it can stand out more. When I hover over it, it looks fine, but I hear ya about the canvas size.

I didn't save the PSD file since originally it was going to be for my personal use, until I figured I'd share it.

No biggie, I can do this again and release a 2nd version when ready and if people would like a 2nd version of course.

I'd hate to make something that no one would use.

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I'd hate to make something that no one would use.

Well it is you own personal emblem, so...not sure how many people would actually want to use it.

Also what Cheat said is right. Put another layer (make it a dark color) underneath your emblem when adjusting the glow. It'll help prevent having the glow cut off around each side.

Funny thing is I did that and it looked alright on my end. Maybe I missed something, or maybe a combination of  a drop show and outer glow would have helped.

I have a lot of experimenting to do if I ever want to make other stuff let alone other orbs for people.

I learn best from trial and error so thanks for the feedback.

You could always expand the canvas out, and then cut it back down by going Image>Trim>Transparent Pixels (if...I'm remembering that correctly... it's been a while)

That is correct. That feature is in Photoshop CC. Thanks.

I'll admit I don't use Photoshop much either, the last one I had before my upgrade to Windows 8.1 was CS6 on Windows 7. I took a class on Adobe Photoshop and had to do a lot of challenging (but fun) work.

That's why I'd say I'm on an intermediate level. Oddly enough I do a pretty good job making signatures for others, or at least I have. Orbs or Emblems aren't my strong suit, but I try.

Your emblem is shit.

As if yours is any better?

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Your emblem is shit.

As if yours is any better?

Mine is more original and has an eye catching color scheme.

Than make your own start orb then instead of just talking shit about mine.

Why the Hell would I do that? I have no use for a custom start orb and even in flat image form my emblem outclasses your emblem on every level.

Are you trying to pick a fight or something? You know very well how he reacts to this kind of shit.

Forget it. I'm not going to stoop to his immature level.

If he wants to be a dick about it, that's his business. I only shared what's usually never shared and kept for my own personal use. It's not like I made the next mona lisa or anything.

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Quote from: Decimator Omega on October 24, 2014, 02:46:21 PM

Quote from: BasedLove on October 24, 2014, 02:35:07 PM

Your emblem is shit.

As if yours is any better?

Mine is more original and has an eye catching color scheme.

Than make your own start orb then instead of just talking shit about mine.

Why the Hell would I do that? I have no use for a custom start orb and even in flat image form my emblem outclasses your emblem on every level.

Fine. Why must you be a dick about things? What the frack have I ever done to you?

lol u mad?

I know you are but what am I?

Looks good Deci. Like Cheat said, you might want expand the canvas so that it doesn't cut off the glow.

Yeah I suppose I'll do that in the next version once I feel ready to do another one.

Live and learn.

Thanks for the feedback.

Quote from: Decimator Omega on October 24, 2014, 03:34:03 PM

Quote from: Flee on October 24, 2014, 03:14:21 PM

Looks good Deci. Like Cheat said, you might want expand the canvas so that it doesn't cut off the glow.

Yeah I suppose I'll do that in the next version once I feel ready to do another one.

Live and learn.

Thanks for the feedback.

You're welcome. Good luck with Deci Orb v2.

Thanks.