@trithone congrats owning all the store. Sorry hasn't been on all day. I was waiting for my early Christmas from mom. Now I can use my new tablet. And I can check the DD from there.
I was planning on saving for gold of aurora skies and lucky palms.....are they not worth being gold? Should I just go for standard? Advice would be great!!
Also I tried to find the least espensive deal for the bakery and I am unable to. Might I get some help please? I am really wanting to get the best deal.
Well, @Pixieydust, according to @awellenbl talking about Aurora Skies Gold vs. Standard... bolded for emphasis
@notthecar Unless you just prefer owning the gold version, you might be better off taking a really good offer for the standard version and buying the Learning Center at full price. As the gold version at full price is nearly 300 points more than the world and the venue seperately at full price.
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So it sounds like you're better off buying the Aurora Skies Standard on the MMAO and then buying Tiny Prodigies at Full Price (which is now discounted), rather than buying the Gold version on MMAO. The best discount I've ever seen on a world that MMAO offers is 22%.
22% off of Aurora Skies Standard price (2426) + Tiny Prodigies full price (1539) =
1989 + 1539 = 3528
22% off of Aurora Skies Gold price (4307) = 3530
So, I guess it's kind of a wash... If you want to "own the store" officially one day, I guess wait until you get offered Aurora Skies Gold on MMAO.
This is assuming that you get offered versions of Aurora Skies at 22% off. [I just caved and bought Midnight Hollow Gold for 18% off because it took forever to come up.]
Got Boho Womens for 295 and the rest of September 2011 for free. 1 more compilation down and 12 left to go.
Going through S3S Browser a little more and see that I some how missed 2 free sets. An Imas set and Ford 2. Is there any way to still get either of those sets?
Store owner since 4/11/15.
I hope everybody has a wonderful day. Aka: Jennifer
Also I tried to find the least espensive deal for the bakery and I am unable to. Might I get some help please? I am really wanting to get the best deal.
If you click on the repeat deals tab in the spreadsheet it will show you which one is best. In this case 771 is the cheapest bakery @ 855 points, followed by number 580 (1064) and number 172 (1083)
As of April 24th 2015 I joined the own the store club. Thank you to those who helped in my journey. DD spreadsheet
I'm back, sorta. I got three of my wisdom teeth taken out yesterday, they weren't able to get the fourth because it's roots were complicated and I would bleed a lot and they didn't want to keep me sedated much longer. I'm really glad they sedated me and they were extremely nice, they even gave me a discount of $100 I'm not sure why but I certainly wasn't going to argue about it lol
I'm sore today and still very groggy, so I am spending the day in bed snoozing and occasionally looking here on my iPad.
Thank you everyone who wished me luck for the dentist visit, I really appreciated it
Glad everything went well for you at the dentist, even though they did get the fourth one out for you, but at least they gave you a discount. Feel better.
Store owner since 4/11/15.
I hope everybody has a wonderful day. Aka: Jennifer
Also I tried to find the least espensive deal for the bakery and I am unable to. Might I get some help please? I am really wanting to get the best deal.
If you click on the repeat deals tab in the spreadsheet it will show you which one is best. In this case 771 is the cheapest bakery @ 855 points, followed by number 580 (1064) and number 172 (1083)
I do not have to worry about Aurora Skies!! The lovely @Charlotteprice Just gifted me the standard!! I am so thrilled! I am able to get that other stuff on sales and such WOW!! Thank you thank you
@Missy2311 I am glad you are resting after the tooth extraction. @trithone Congratulations on owning the store. @Niralyn I find the best MMAO deals for worlds are the ones with a few single items. I got mine at 22% off. Shortly after, another DD stalker posted that they got the same deal. Enjoy your world
I picked up a few more items from Boho since the last time it was up, so I got it for 95 points today. This led to free Hollywood Regency Den. Yay for compilations!
I must agree with many of you about Fifth Avenue Fashions. They are expensive and tend to show up at low discounts. My CYS is 625, so I guess I will follow the MMAO advice. I have to iron, so I can stay up until 11:47 when MMAO will reset.
I wish everyone the best of luck with adds.
Going through S3S Browser a little more and see that I some how missed 2 free sets. An Imas set and Ford 2. Is there any way to still get either of those sets?
The S3S Browser usually includes the url for an item you could try that way. However, I don't think they are available any longer. This thread provides information about free items and those no longer available.
@trithone congratulations on owning the store. Now you can keep playing MMOA just to see the "I own the store" notice, and it will make you smile. What will you do with your time now? Gasp - play the game?!?
I will spend as much time as I can in the game, but I love working on the spreadsheet so much that I will probably spend some checking that and clicking ads so I can gift things to others. Apparently I am obsessed.
@missy2311 - I'm glad you are doing ok and I hope you don't have too much pain today. All things dental just make me shudder after the experiences I've had. Did they tell you the plan for that fourth tooth? Will it be ok staying in or will it have to be removed at some point?
a.k.a. Samantha (though Sam is just fine, too. Also, Simmantha, according to my husband.)
Thanks to a lot of amazing sim friends I have owned the store for a while now. If you'd like to help out a really good friend of mine who just started playing the game, here is his wishlist. Thanks!
These ads are just teasing me tonight. I just had about 15 in a row and not one gave me any points. Wish I could figure out how to get ads to fully load and play the video to get my points instead of the ad staying up 30 to 60 seconds and then going to the thanks for watching message.
Going through S3S Browser a little more and see that I some how missed 2 free sets. An Imas set and Ford 2. Is there any way to still get either of those sets?
The S3S Browser usually includes the url for an item you could try that way. However, I don't think they are available any longer. This thread provides information about free items and those no longer available.
Your right, there no longer available. Looks like all branded content maybe gone now.
Store owner since 4/11/15.
I hope everybody has a wonderful day. Aka: Jennifer
congrats @trithone on owning the store. Also thanks for the gift to bring down my 5th avenue fashions CYS.
@awellenbl I never did the calculations so thank you. The deal wasn't very good only 11% but now i know if i get a decent deal to just go for it since i'm saving in the long run.
1 Featured Look,1 Complications and 1 Venue to go.
MMAO thinks I own the store! Saving my way to Midnight Hollow Gold until EA makes The Golden Ticket Shop buyable.
@pixieydust Lucky Palms math:
Gold 3524- Standard 2450 = 1074
- The extra item for Gold is the casino which at full price is 1539 but is on the DD 2 times with the most expensive being 893. Any discount on Standard for Lucky palms means getting the casino even at the most expensive DD price you need at least 25% on lucky palms gold break even since 25% off of gold would be 881 which is just a 12 point difference.
At least i think my math is correct.
hope you feel better soon @missy2311 I've never had any type of mouth surgery but speeding recovery vibes are coming your way.
1 Featured Look,1 Complications and 1 Venue to go.
MMAO thinks I own the store! Saving my way to Midnight Hollow Gold until EA makes The Golden Ticket Shop buyable.
@trithone wow congratulations! it's been cool to watch your "still needed" list in your signature shrink week by week, though it made me want to look into how much i need till i have the store... but i don't know if i have the patience, what with the baby and all
@missy2311 thank you for checking in with us while you recover! i'm sure i'm not the only one who was thinking of you. i'm glad it's behind you now
and thank you to everyone who was talking recently about using MMAO to help with sets on the sale page. i checked my MMAO after reading those posts, and got a 40% deal on some single items that helped some CYS, including a piece from 5th Avenue Fashions!
I don't even remember if I own few or not on 5th Ave. Fashion. I need to look through what I already own. That lasts time I did that, took me five days to look through what own, and what I don't own. LOL! I got half items so far but except Worlds. I may have to look on profile to see what Worlds I own so far. Well hitting the hay early. So goodnight everyone!
I keep hoping MMAO will be nice to me so that I can reduce 5th Avenue before sale is over..you know, like everyone else, hehe! I'm currently waiting on my peppermint puffs to finish baking so that I can go to bed. They remain a hit, I think this is the 4th double batch!
I had a 44% on it today but it included the Victorian Fashions which I already own a few pieces and they kinda pushed the price over 600 which is rather steep.
Current Deal:
67 ) Men's Pajama Top / 35 / 61 / 43% / 2 hrs
This is part of: Luxe Loungewear, Indulgent Living + Luxe Loungewear
Upcoming Deals:
68 ) Electo-Dance Top / 23 / 75 / 69 % / 2 hrs
This is the cheapest repeat on the list
This is part of: Runway Riot
69 ) Slanted Beret 39 / 81 / 52%
This is part of: Fun for Kids of All Ages Compilation, Tip Top Toddler Collection, Top o' the Tots Hairstyles and Headwear
72 ) Glitter and Glam + Diva and Divo 480 / 798 / 40%
This is the cheapest repeat on the list
This set contains items from the following sets: Diva and Divo, Glitter and Glam Bedroom
Actually, that's something I was going to ask you, my favourite computer wizard @MiaSkywalker, about when it comes to modding. I'm good with instructions and can figure things out generally once pointed in the right direction, but I'm not exactly a programmer by nature, so please excuse me if I sound silly or am way off base.
You say interaction tuning is in the Gameplay data file? Does that mean that all of the mods at the Sims Asylum (e.g. Shimrod making Sims autonomously rake leaves) are done by extracting and changing info in that file?
Where would I go to edit an object ─ Store, EP, SP or base game? I'm thinking about doing something with the School + Stadium rabbit holes to fix that catastrophe (perhaps just making it a single rabbit hole, so that I can still use it and placing a normal rabbit hole somewhere else), but I'm not really sure where to look. I think I've got a good idea of what to do after that from my reading, but most guides explain how to edit Custom Content ─ which, duh, the package is right there for you to work with.
Also, if I want to make an override/default replacement, I clone the object, make my changes and then strip everything but the altered information from the file using S3PE? Sorry to bug you, but I spent all of last night Googling and only came up with bits and pieces of info that explained.
Boy, I feel like such a newbie! I've done sporadic research on modding for years and have those little pet peeves that I insist I'll fix, but whenever I try to figure it out there's never quite the right information for me. I'm obviously hesitant to poke around without any idea on my computer, but I am installing my base game to my laptop as a 'project' folder ─ that way, I can break everything and it doesn't matter!
Um... some of what you're asking about I have no clue. I don't MAKE items; I have absolutely no artistic ability, and wouldn't even try. I've never done anything with objects, in other words. "Damn it, Jim! I'm a programmer, not an artist!"
As for Shimrod, I THINK all of his mods are tuning mods. There are also scripting mods, that are usually programmed in C#, but I don't think he does those. I know C#, but I have no idea how to make a scripting mod for Sims 3. (Although I plan to learn!) The absolutely brilliant mods that Douglas Vieja from MTS comes out with are all scripting mods, as are all the Nraas mods, so far as I know. While those can have bugs, they generally won't conflict with anything else.
Yes, XML tuning mods are created by extracting XML pages from one of several files. The gameplay data file is the biggest, but if I recall, there are one or two others that you can sometimes find stuff in. Currently all I do are XML tuning mods. I have a few uploaded to MTS (under a completely different ID), but I use thirty or forty more that I've made that I've never uploaded anywhere. Often enough they're too similar to someone else's, just tweaked more the way I like them. The ones I uploaded really cannot be found elsewhere, which is why I uploaded them.
Btw, autonomy mods (or no-autonomy mods) are generally pretty easy. Find the XML file that deals with the item or action, look for the option marked "autonomous", and change it from "yes" to "no" or vice versa. Some items list certain traits that make the action autonomous; you can change those traits to something else, and sometimes that's the only way to remove autonomy from something. Shimrod usually uses technophobe, because he never gives that trait to any of his Sims. I would want to use something else. I've tweaked the dragon files, but other than removing the harvest cool down, I don't remember specifically what changes I've made.
Thanks for explaining this all to me! It's making perfect sense ... I think.
I'm not interested in making items or anything like that, but would like to know more about editing weird EA objects in minor ways -- mostly like MrHawk. He can rename misspelled items, recategorise wacky objects in the catalogue, enable wall sliding/recolouring on objects, fix transparencies and unlock hidden stencils! I'm not really much of a CC person -- I prefer the authentic game, if that makes sense -- but I want the slightly tweaked, 'correct' experience for the objects I already have. I'd love to unlock hidden items as well, and be able to rely on myself for doing that so that I know I'm getting everything I want, rather than filtered through someone else (as genius as other modders are, of course, they're not me in terms of what is and isn't important to me and my game).
As for the school/stadium, that would be my biggest project for a long time. I wish there was a way to just FIX the after school activities and pro sports career on the combo rabbit holes. But short of figuring that out, my plan is to reassign the Isla Paradise, Moonlight Falls and Appaloosa Plains ones as schools only (and hopefully override the original object) and place another world's stadium somewhere else. That way, I'm not wasting perfectly atmospheric rabbit holes because they don't work properly!
Anyway, I've installed my base game and Pets onto my laptop, so will poke around sometime soon and see if I can find whatever it is I need. If I bork it all, I'm only a QUICK reinstall away from fixing it!
Scariest of all though, I'm going to test out awesomemod while I'm set up on my laptop -- eventually -- and see how that shapes up against my NRaas mods. I love the NRaas suite to death, but I'm curious as to just how effective Pescado's all-encompassing approach is, as compared to the modular format. Time will tell! Eek!
P.S. Your programmer v. artist comment made me laugh really hard! I'm always explaining to people that being a journalist doesn't mean I'm an artist with any creative ability whataoever, so I can relate there.
Not sure if this is what you're looking for, but I figured it wouldn't hurt to mention...
I believe with some (or all) of the "combo" rabbits she made three versions, all recolorable. One has the original combo programming, and the other two are "split" versions.
She also fixed/improved a lot of issues with the EA programming of the rabbits.
These are absolutely incredible and it was a MASSIVE project; I think it took her about a year to finish these. AussomeDays is also really, really good about responding to questions and issues, so even if you're not into downloading her creations and want to have a crack at making your own, she might be the one to ask about "splitting" combo rabbits...
ETA: Thank you for the heads up about the Sims 4 Holiday pack! Might come in handy, though like you and many others, I have no intention of moving on to Sims 4 in the near future (but if I do, I want the whole shebang!).
Thank you so much for telling me about this! I thought I replied earlier, but apparently I fell back asleep and was too busy killing zombies later (long story!). This has certainly given me some ideas and a better understanding of the rabbit holes -- that, combined with some poking around in s3pe should help me get everything working. If not, I think you've definitely helped me find the right person to help with the job!
@missy2311, I'm glad everything went well, but I'm sorry they didn't get that fourth tooth. I understand why they're waiting though -- that's what they did with me. They said there was a very small window between when my roots would be developed and when those wisdom teeth started causing damage. It sounds like you're doing okay though, so that's really good. Just drink lots of smoothies!
As for me, prepare for some bragging: I am now a university graduate! We had our ceremony today, gown and mortarboard included, and it was incredible! I even received a medal for graduating at the top of my class, which was very special. The Chancellor of the University shook my hand, which is such an honour! I feel like a kid in the candy store of grown-up tradition. All of the bowing and medieval traditions were so interesting to watch! So, I would like to thank my wonderful friends here -- all of you -- for being apart of my life and helping me get here. You're the best!
a.k.a. Erin
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Well, @Pixieydust, according to @awellenbl talking about Aurora Skies Gold vs. Standard... bolded for emphasis
So it sounds like you're better off buying the Aurora Skies Standard on the MMAO and then buying Tiny Prodigies at Full Price (which is now discounted), rather than buying the Gold version on MMAO. The best discount I've ever seen on a world that MMAO offers is 22%.
22% off of Aurora Skies Standard price (2426) + Tiny Prodigies full price (1539) =
1989 + 1539 = 3528
22% off of Aurora Skies Gold price (4307) = 3530
So, I guess it's kind of a wash... If you want to "own the store" officially one day, I guess wait until you get offered Aurora Skies Gold on MMAO.
This is assuming that you get offered versions of Aurora Skies at 22% off. [I just caved and bought Midnight Hollow Gold for 18% off because it took forever to come up.]
Going through S3S Browser a little more and see that I some how missed 2 free sets. An Imas set and Ford 2. Is there any way to still get either of those sets?
I hope everybody has a wonderful day. Aka: Jennifer
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Glad everything went well for you at the dentist, even though they did get the fourth one out for you, but at least they gave you a discount. Feel better.
I hope everybody has a wonderful day. Aka: Jennifer
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Celebration Lotto!! (Closed) | LGBTQ Pride Lotto!! - (Closed) | Halloween Lotto (Closed) | 25 Days of Christmas Lotto (Closed)
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@trithone Congratulations on owning the store.
@Niralyn I find the best MMAO deals for worlds are the ones with a few single items. I got mine at 22% off.
I picked up a few more items from Boho since the last time it was up, so I got it for 95 points today. This led to free Hollywood Regency Den. Yay for compilations!
I must agree with many of you about Fifth Avenue Fashions. They are expensive and tend to show up at low discounts. My CYS is 625, so I guess I will follow the MMAO advice. I have to iron, so I can stay up until 11:47 when MMAO will reset.
I wish everyone the best of luck with adds.
The S3S Browser usually includes the url for an item you could try that way. However, I don't think they are available any longer. This thread provides information about free items and those no longer available.
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I will spend as much time as I can in the game, but I love working on the spreadsheet so much that I will probably spend some checking that and clicking ads so I can gift things to others. Apparently I am obsessed.
@missy2311 - I'm glad you are doing ok and I hope you don't have too much pain today. All things dental just make me shudder after the experiences I've had. Did they tell you the plan for that fourth tooth? Will it be ok staying in or will it have to be removed at some point?
Thanks to a lot of amazing sim friends I have owned the store for a while now. If you'd like to help out a really good friend of mine who just started playing the game, here is his wishlist. Thanks!
Your right, there no longer available. Looks like all branded content maybe gone now.
I hope everybody has a wonderful day. Aka: Jennifer
25 Days of Christmas Lotto 2 (Closed) | KVetesse Wishlist
Past lotto's
Celebration Lotto!! (Closed) | LGBTQ Pride Lotto!! - (Closed) | Halloween Lotto (Closed) | 25 Days of Christmas Lotto (Closed)
@awellenbl I never did the calculations so thank you. The deal wasn't very good only 11% but now i know if i get a decent deal to just go for it since i'm saving in the long run.
MMAO thinks I own the store! Saving my way to Midnight Hollow Gold until EA makes The Golden Ticket Shop buyable.
Gold 3524- Standard 2450 = 1074
- The extra item for Gold is the casino which at full price is 1539 but is on the DD 2 times with the most expensive being 893. Any discount on Standard for Lucky palms means getting the casino even at the most expensive DD price you need at least 25% on lucky palms gold break even since 25% off of gold would be 881 which is just a 12 point difference.
At least i think my math is correct.
hope you feel better soon @missy2311 I've never had any type of mouth surgery but speeding recovery vibes are coming your way.
MMAO thinks I own the store! Saving my way to Midnight Hollow Gold until EA makes The Golden Ticket Shop buyable.
@missy2311 thank you for checking in with us while you recover! i'm sure i'm not the only one who was thinking of you. i'm glad it's behind you now
and thank you to everyone who was talking recently about using MMAO to help with sets on the sale page. i checked my MMAO after reading those posts, and got a 40% deal on some single items that helped some CYS, including a piece from 5th Avenue Fashions!
One day, my wishlist turned into Own the Store, and there was no more wishlist. How remarkable.
I owned the store! Yahoo!
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67 ) Men's Pajama Top / 35 / 61 / 43% / 2 hrs
This is part of: Luxe Loungewear, Indulgent Living + Luxe Loungewear
Upcoming Deals:
68 ) Electo-Dance Top / 23 / 75 / 69 % / 2 hrs
This is the cheapest repeat on the list
This is part of: Runway Riot
69 ) Slanted Beret 39 / 81 / 52%
This is part of: Fun for Kids of All Ages Compilation, Tip Top Toddler Collection, Top o' the Tots Hairstyles and Headwear
70 ) Hewnsman Dining Room Set 206 / 413 / 50%
This is part of: Full Hewnsman Set
71 ) Moelleux Sofa with Carved Apron 59 / 81 / 27%
This is part of: Provence, World Inspiration Compilation
72 ) Glitter and Glam + Diva and Divo 480 / 798 / 40%
This is the cheapest repeat on the list
This set contains items from the following sets: Diva and Divo, Glitter and Glam Bedroom
@missy2311, I'm glad everything went well, but I'm sorry they didn't get that fourth tooth. I understand why they're waiting though -- that's what they did with me. They said there was a very small window between when my roots would be developed and when those wisdom teeth started causing damage. It sounds like you're doing okay though, so that's really good. Just drink lots of smoothies!
As for me, prepare for some bragging: I am now a university graduate! We had our ceremony today, gown and mortarboard included, and it was incredible! I even received a medal for graduating at the top of my class, which was very special. The Chancellor of the University shook my hand, which is such an honour! I feel like a kid in the candy store of grown-up tradition. All of the bowing and medieval traditions were so interesting to watch! So, I would like to thank my wonderful friends here -- all of you -- for being apart of my life and helping me get here. You're the best!
Check out The Simdex—my PDF guide to all of the Sims 3 Store content (last updated September 2015)
Check out The Simdex—my PDF guide to all of the Sims 3 Store content (last updated September 2015)
Part of the "Own the Store Club" horray!!
My Youtube Let's Play Video!