I've decided to reboot an old unfinished project of mine. I originally began creating Kraken in 2015. Unfortunately the original file got corrupted, and I can no long work on the 2015 version. Instead of recreating the entire layout I decided this was a good time to make changes to the layout, to make it more smooth and realistic. I haven't gotten to work on the supports yet but I have the layout nailed down, and added the details to the lift track, such as catwalks, anti-rollback, coaster nets, and chain lift covers.

2023

 

 

Edited May 20May 20 by Wilhelm1407

I heckin' LOVE this concept! Your last several project "reveals" were all finished products, but getting to see it happen as you design, build and theme is really neat! 

I started on the supports tonight after I got of work. I didn't make a ton of progress but it's still something.  Modeling them after Diamondback at Kings Island. 

The dropping into the broken ship is a really really cool idea, can't wait to see another MASTERPIECE coaster m'lord!

Quick little update before I go to bed for the night. I tweaked the lift supports and started on the second hill. I also got a little landscaping in. 

 

Edited July 17, 20232 yr by Wilhelm1407

Starting to come together nicely! How did you get your ground textures to look like that? I don't believe that's how the default grass looks unless this is just some custom texture/scenery?

34 minutes ago, wolfpaw said:

Starting to come together nicely! How did you get your ground textures to look like that? I don't believe that's how the default grass looks unless this is just some custom texture/scenery?

I used djF's ground textures to replace the ones that come with the game. We should have that texture set in the downloads section. I also have a tutorial on installing them. Then the background mountains are a TexMod by FlightToAtlantis.  I believe they are Skybox Retextures V2.1.

Edited July 17, 20232 yr by Wilhelm1407

Surprise! I've been meaning to get back to this project someday and I jumped back on it tonight and finished the supports. Now all that's left is landscaping and theming. I changed the layout a little bit in the middle and added another helix after the mid course brake run.

This looks awesome! You could start a good aquatic themed park with this.

I've made quite a bit of progress on the station so far. I'd probably be further along if I was better at planning structures out, but I tend to just build as I go. So I'm wracking my brain trying to finish this complicated structure and I'm praying it doesn't blow up my game file because of the mere amount of timber pieces I'm using. I gotta say I'm happy with how it's turning out.

Love the addition of lockers! So far the station looks fantastic with the structure. The wood detailing and the stations gates look great!

Really liking the station! The brake/maintenance bay building and the station proper look really good together. Also echoing Bookworm91 with the locker praise. The attention to realism is commendable. I've been thinking of making a few solo coaster projects and this is inspirational.

What timber/wood set/s are you using?

The station looks awesome!

14 hours ago, Blackheart said:

Really liking the station! The brake/maintenance bay building and the station proper look really good together. Also echoing Bookworm91 with the locker praise. The attention to realism is commendable. I've been thinking of making a few solo coaster projects and this is inspirational.

What timber/wood set/s are you using?

Thanks! This is a list of what the station is made of so far.

• BigBurger's Timber 2.0

• ShyGuy's Rustic Walls

• StationJim's Western Things 1

• StationJim's Vikings 2

• StationJIm's More Fencing

• Station Jim's Castle Things 1

• Briantjah94's Borders - Wood

• Coin's Station Gates Pt. 1

Edited May 4May 4 by Wilhelm1407

I can only echo what others have said, I love the style of the station with the unfinished wood beams at the top!

A quick update for you guys. I've started building the queue and adding some more theming. I still have to finish the station, but I had the urge to start on the queue before adding anything else to the station. Mostly because I wasn't sure if I wanted to build stairs up to it, or have a gradual scenic ascent. I ended up going with the latter.

Yeah, this is looking great! The rock and wood work around the track really stands out, and the queue system looks natural and professional. Really cool solo build. Thanks doubly for listing your CS sets.

I've added a ride to the plaza area outside the Kraken's queue. Kraken Jr. will be a great family ride for those who are too afraid to brave the Kraken. I've also started on some store fronts, and will add some food places as well.

I love the rustic style! It’s got a charm and like idk my brain said “spikey” feel to it lol. Great work on the supports and connectors! Feels like a No Limits ride! Hardly looks like RCT3

5 minutes ago, Xecronius said:

I love the rustic style! It’s got a charm and like idk my brain said “spikey” feel to it lol. Great work on the supports and connectors! Feels like a No Limits ride! Hardly looks like RCT3

Thank you so much! 😄 I studied a lot of photos online to make sure they were as accurate as I could get them. The cso sets I used are:

• Moby's Steel Jungle V1 & V2

• CPcisco's B&M Footers

• Coasterfreak90's Mega Coaster Additions

• Coasterjoe's B&M Connectors

• ProdigyRider B&M Spines Set

• CSF I Beam Set

I love the whole area. The buildings I am trying are super detailed and having the coaster work around the overall area brings a lot of energy and some stunning views from the guest perspective.

Looks awesome!!

Hey Wilhelm! How is this project coming along? Haven't heard much from ya lately.

On 7/3/2025 at 1:33 PM, Xecronius said:

Hey Wilhelm! How is this project coming along? Haven't heard much from ya lately.

Hey sorry I haven't made a lot of progress on this lately.