Mapping the game world

[Eslin]

We've been playing the world long enough that I'd like to get it mapped out - does anyone know of a program other than ms paint I can use to do it?

[Frathe]

This thread lists some you might be able to use. If you're just looking for image editing software, GIMP is free to download and has more advanced tools than Paint.

[Rhynn]

Hexographer is free and easy to use. It has a brother, Dungeonographer.

There's also HexMapper.

If you don't want hexes (although Hexographer, at least, can be used freehand), you'll need Campaign Cartographer 2 or 3 or something, or just learn GIMP or Photoshop.

[Gwyn chan 'r Gwyll]

AutoRealm maybe?

[Vahir]

If you know how to use it properly, GIMP can do wonders, I've found.

If you want detailed info on mapmaking, the Cartographer's Guild (http://www.cartographersguild.com/forum.php) is a useful database of tips and tutorials.

[OverdrivePrime]

If you want detailed info on mapmaking, the Cartographer's Guild (http://www.cartographersguild.com/forum.php) is a useful database of tips and tutorials.

^This.
I've been able to make some absolutely beautiful maps of my game worlds by following the step-by-step tutorials in Cartographer's guild. Then the trick is finding a place that will print a large format map without charging several hundred dollars.