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So here is my contribution to the contest. I have absolutely zero experience in the field of video creation. More importantly I hadn't a clue on how to use the tools I had to create this video in the first place. So after weeks of learning and watching examples and tutorials on YouTube I managed to crank (hehe) something out.

Initially I was going to create a rather hilarious live action video (as a serious departure from the other entries). However, I don't own a video camera (!!).

The biggest challenge when creating this video was containing everything within one minute. I had so many great ideas, jokes and a more in-depth storyline that I had to cut out. In fact, just with the bare-bones I could barely keep it inside the length limit without cutting away almost everything that wasn't absolutely necessary.

Another challenge was how creating a proper Garry's Mod video requires at least one other person for animating, placing and filming. I didn't have one other person so I had to rely on very basic animation (and one animation at a time).

However, I had a great deal of fun and gained a ton of experience. Most importantly, at least I gave myself a smidgen of a chance at winning. It's one hell of a prize and it would be silly to not at least take a potshot at it.

Tools Used
• Garry's Mod 10
• Sony Vegas Pro 9.0e (Trial)
• FRAPS 3.2.3
• Audacity 1.3.12 Beta

YouTube link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOlBNah6828 Available in 720p

External Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOlBNah6828