diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 962906a..c845cb2 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -48,7 +48,8 @@ dactl is a fast, modern and configurable [Jekyll](http://jekyllrb.com/) theme wi ![dark theme](uploads/screenshot_desktop_dark.jpg) ## License -All parts of dactl Jekyll theme are free to use and abuse under the open-source [MIT license](http://opensource.org/licenses/mit-license.php). +The blog is released under the MIT license, and +all parts of dactl Jekyll theme are free to use and abuse under the same [MIT license](http://opensource.org/licenses/mit-license.php). ## TO DO - [ ] Inline critical `.css` in `` for faster load times diff --git a/_config.yml b/_config.yml index e86dc44..38b77ba 100644 --- a/_config.yml +++ b/_config.yml @@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ url : "https://minetestblog.github.io" # the base hostn blog: title : Minetest Blog description : > - A Periodic development blog for minetest. See what's new in minetest! + A periodic development blog for minetest. See what's new in minetest! # Layout configuration logo_path : "assets/img/minetesticon.png" # path to logo file diff --git a/_posts/2022-02-26-Post01.markdown b/_posts/2022-02-26-Post01.markdown index 35f42b4..a62a363 100644 --- a/_posts/2022-02-26-Post01.markdown +++ b/_posts/2022-02-26-Post01.markdown @@ -49,7 +49,7 @@ The game is still a work-in-progress, but it's getting closer to a complete game [Super Sam Adventures](https://content.minetest.net/packages/BuckarooBanzay/super_sam/) is a WIP jump'n'run game by [BuckarooBanzai](https://content.minetest.net/users/BuckarooBanzay/) that promises fun platforming for minetest. While it is obviously in early stages of development, it is already playable, and even slightly engaging, with secret areas, moving platforms, and several levels. -![SuperSam](https://content.minetest.net/uploads/38591f9f94.png "Super Sam Adventures") +![SuperSam](/assets/img/super_sam_wip.png?raw=true "Super Sam Adventures") ## Mod News [ElCeejo](https://content.minetest.net/users/ElCeejo/) has released a trio of updates to his animal mods, as well as a new mob api to base them on. @@ -65,7 +65,8 @@ The game is still a work-in-progress, but it's getting closer to a complete game -------------------------------------- [Loosewheel](https://content.minetest.net/users/loosewheel/) has been updating [lw_components](https://content.minetest.net/packages/loosewheel/lwcomponents/) with more mesecons devices. The latest additions were digilines-controlled storage, and a security camera that can actually take "photos"- rough representations of the scene in front of it that remind you of early maze graphics. One of the most exciting recent additions is a force field generator: -![Force Field](https://i.ibb.co/sbRcL9v/force-field-demo.png?raw=true "Force Field") + +![Force Field](/assets/img/force-field-demo.png?raw=true "Force Field") lw_components seems to be a real contender to other mesecons-compatible automation mods, and without the high entity-count, it may be a lower lag option. -------------------------------------- @@ -81,8 +82,8 @@ lw_components seems to be a real contender to other mesecons-compatible automati ## Art and Builds temhotaokeaha has been making cool banners for games: -![Blockbomber Banner](https://content.minetest.net/uploads/09924ef1ef.png?raw=true "Blockbomber Banner") -![FarLands Reloaded Banner](https://content.minetest.net/uploads/cb60513e6c.png "FarLands Reloaded Banner") +![Blockbomber Banner](/assets/img/blockbomberbanner.png?raw=true "Blockbomber Banner") +![FarLands Reloaded Banner](/assets/img/farlandsbanner.png?raw=true "FarLands Reloaded Banner") -------------------------------------- ![An Essay in Dwarf-Sculpture](/assets/img/essay_in_dwarf.png?raw=true "An Essay in Dwarf-Sculpture") diff --git a/_posts/img/a_new_place.png b/_posts/img/a_new_place.png deleted file mode 100644 index 295fe49..0000000 Binary files a/_posts/img/a_new_place.png and /dev/null differ diff --git a/_posts/img/apercycars.png b/_posts/img/apercycars.png deleted file mode 100644 index a0507c6..0000000 Binary files a/_posts/img/apercycars.png and /dev/null differ diff --git a/_posts/img/essay_in_dwarf.png b/_posts/img/essay_in_dwarf.png deleted file mode 100644 index ef9ced8..0000000 Binary files a/_posts/img/essay_in_dwarf.png and /dev/null differ diff --git a/_posts/img/pig.png b/_posts/img/pig.png deleted file mode 100644 index cba3f29..0000000 Binary files a/_posts/img/pig.png and /dev/null differ diff --git a/_posts/img/pink_sky.png b/_posts/img/pink_sky.png deleted file mode 100644 index 6ed4acb..0000000 Binary files a/_posts/img/pink_sky.png and /dev/null differ diff --git a/_posts/img/the_monster_invades.png b/_posts/img/the_monster_invades.png deleted file mode 100644 index 64645c4..0000000 Binary files a/_posts/img/the_monster_invades.png and /dev/null differ diff --git a/_posts/img/the_royal_blob.png b/_posts/img/the_royal_blob.png deleted file mode 100644 index cbcb818..0000000 Binary files a/_posts/img/the_royal_blob.png and /dev/null differ diff --git a/about.md b/about.md index 89b8e90..9780974 100644 --- a/about.md +++ b/about.md @@ -20,11 +20,19 @@ published: true ## Welcome to The Minetest Blog! -We post updates about once per month (subject to change) to let you know what's new with Minetest. We cover everything about Minetest, from engine development, to mod and game progress, to servers and community events. Even Minetest-related artwork can have a place here. Posts are subdivided by general topic. +We post updates about once per month (subject to change) to let you know what's new with Minetest. We cover everything about Minetest, from engine development, to mod and game progress, to server news and community events. Even Minetest-related artwork has a place here. Posts are subdivided by general topic. -## Contributing Posts +We can also do special posts about important events or updates important to the general minetest community. -Are you working with Minetest? We'd love to know what's new with you! If you have something great to share, please make an issue on the [GitHub issue tracker](https://github.com/minetestblog/minetestblog.github.io/issues) or alternatively, on the mirrored [GitLab issue tracker](https://gitlab.com/mistere123.coding/minetestblog.github.io/-/issues) if you can not use GitHub. +## Contributing to Posts + +Are you working with Minetest? We'd love to know what's new with you! If you have something great to share: + +1) Read the submission guidelines (below). + +2) Make an issue on the [GitHub issue tracker](https://github.com/minetestblog/minetestblog.github.io/issues) or alternatively, on the mirrored [GitLab issue tracker](https://gitlab.com/mistere123.coding/minetestblog.github.io/-/issues) if you can not use GitHub, that contains the info about your update. + +If this is too hard for you, you can contact an editor on the forums to submit an update. ([MisterE](https://forum.minetest.net/memberlist.php?mode=viewprofile&u=26284) ) ## Submission Guidelines @@ -39,30 +47,19 @@ Replace `content description` with a very brief title/description of your submis * No NSFW content or projects allowed. Highly recommended: -* A single screenshot or GIF that *effectively* communicates your message. The screenshot may or may not be included in the final post depending on how important your update is deemed to be by the editors, and how well the screenshot adds to understanding the message. Don't expect to have a screenshot of Minetest Game included in a post about a background API update, for example. +* One or two screenshots or GIFs that *effectively* communicates your message. The screenshot may or may not be included in the final post depending on how important your update is deemed to be by the editors, and how well the screenshot adds to understanding the message. Don't expect to have a screenshot of Minetest Game included in a post about a general API update, for example. * Include who took the screenshot. IMPORTANT: The blog editors will consider the content submitted for each post. They will build the upcoming post using the content provided. The issues for each content submission will be closed when the content is included in the upcoming post, or when the post occurs. You submission will not be included if it doesn't meet the basic requirements. The editors may choose to respond to the issue to give you a chance to fix any problems. Regardless, at each post release, all outstanding content submission issues will be closed to make way for the next release. Please only submit content for current updates. -## Cover screenshot -Each post should have a cover screenshot that will be the background for the title. 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