A superb map that began creation only halfway through the contest. Inspired by HL2 EP2, Tomb Raider and [Dear Esther](http://dear-esther.com/), [K7-Avenger](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/540682) displayed extraordinary talent with custom created assets and complex displacements to deliver a map with an amazing level of detail and a perfect "treasure hunter" atmosphere. Congratulations [K7-Avenger](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/540682) - we hope to see more from you soon!
_**Prize:**_ $80 cash or STEAM credit + 3x [Ripe1](https://store.gamebanana.com/ripe-subscription-1-year.html)
2nd Place: [mg\_serpentis\_temple](http://www.gamebanana.com/maps/162041) by [per30010](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/762095) and [Kaemon](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/1089952)
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[per30010](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/762095) and [Kaemon](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/1089952) have spoiled us with an original, fun and complex environment full of puzzles and a surprising end! The map comprises loads of complex brushwork and entity manipulation, as well as masterful texture and lighting choices throughout. While there may be a few glitches this is unsurprising given the complexity and scope of the project - and don't let that turn you away as this map has to be played with friends and teamwork to be truly appreciated! Congratulations [per30010](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/762095) and [Kaemon](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/1089952)!
_**Prize:**_ $40 cash or STEAM credit + 2x [Ripe1](https://store.gamebanana.com/ripe-subscription-1-year.html)
3rd Place TIE!: [pl\_jordan\_canyon\_final](http://www.gamebanana.com/maps/161977) by [JBEZORG](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/898053) & [bg\_forgotten\_v1\_2\_0](http://www.gamebanana.com/maps/162027) by [S T A R S](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/767545)
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As is often the case, we couldn't decide who to give 3rd place to, so we gave it to both. [JBEZORG](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/898053) and [S T A R S](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/767545) produced two great maps - [bg\_forgotten\_v1\_2\_0](http://www.gamebanana.com/maps/162027), by [S T A R S](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/767545), with its Aztec inspired temple, packed with atmospheric fog and lighting, caves and dense vegetation, and [pl\_jordan\_canyon\_final](http://www.gamebanana.com/maps/161977), by [JBEZORG](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/898053), with its Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade inspired map centered upon the ancient City of Pietra, faithfully reproduced with beautiful spawns, large cliff displacements and other clever details. Congratulations [JBEZORG](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/898053) and [S T A R S](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/767545)!
_**Prize:**_ $20 cash or STEAM credit + [Ripe1](https://store.gamebanana.com/ripe-subscription-1-year.html)
4th Place TIE!: [koth\_diabolical\_final](http://www.gamebanana.com/maps/162037) by [TheBoomer](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/79850) & [ctf\_crypt\_rc1](http://www.gamebanana.com/maps/162001) by [J.4.C.K.8](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/418002)
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We felt that there were two other great entries that deserved to take home a prize - so we added a 4th place! [ctf\_crypt\_rc1](http://www.gamebanana.com/maps/162001) by [J.4.C.K.8](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/418002) is a great addition to any TF2 server's CTF maplist, with some great visuals, fun traps and a nice back story. [koth\_diabolical\_final](http://www.gamebanana.com/maps/162037) by [TheBoomer](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/79850) boasts remarkable geometry and symmetry throughout, with masterfully crafted spiral stairs and lighting choices. Well done [TheBoomer](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/79850) and [J.4.C.K.8](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/418002)!
_**Prize:**_ $10 cash or STEAM credit
Special Thanks to the Runners Up
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- [l4d2\_treasureruins](http://www.gamebanana.com/maps/162067) by [TheJollyJoker](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/852088)
- [KOTH\_Pyramid](http://www.gamebanana.com/maps/162055) by [Lord Melchior](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/1230555)
- [de\_ruins](http://www.gamebanana.com/maps/162065) by [th3_jugg3rn4ugh7](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/580721)
- [zm\_ursa_mining\_island](http://www.gamebanana.com/maps/162068) by [SkullRaven](http://www.gamebanana.com/members/1242623)
Thank you to everybody who entered and very sorry to those who missed out! I wish I could give you all a prize! Well actually, I can and I will - your medals are on their way! Stay tuned for the next mapping contest, to be announced shortly!
