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{{Map infobox | {{Map infobox | ||
| − | + | | map-status = community | |
| − | + | | map-game-type = Payload | |
| − | + | | map-image = Pl_coal_event.png | |
| − | + | | map-file-name = pl_coal_event | |
| − | + | | map-released = {{Patch name|12|2|2021}} | |
| − | + | | map-released-major = Smissmas 2021 | |
| − | + | | map-hazards = [[Pitfall]]s | |
| − | + | | map-environment = Smissmas | |
| − | + | | map-setting = Night, snowy | |
| − | + | | map-stamp-link = https://steamcommunity.com/stats/TF2/leaderboards/7529445 | |
| − | + | | map-pickups-health-small = 7 | |
| − | + | | map-pickups-health-medium = 11 | |
| − | + | | map-pickups-ammo-small = 1 | |
| − | + | | map-pickups-ammo-medium = 17 | |
| − | + | | map-pickups-ammo-large = 2 | |
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}} | }} | ||
| − | '''Polar''' is a [[Steam Workshop|community-made]] [[Payload]] map released during the [[Smissmas 2021]] update. It is a Smissmas version of the [[custom map]] Coal. | + | '''Polar''' is a [[Steam Workshop|community-made]] [[Payload]] map released during the [[Smissmas 2021]] update. It is a Smissmas version of the [[Custom maps|custom map]] [[Coal]]. |
Polar was [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2628069759 contributed] to the Steam Workshop. | Polar was [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2628069759 contributed] to the Steam Workshop. | ||
| − | == Locations== | + | == Locations == |
| − | + | === Checkpoint A === | |
| − | ===Checkpoint A=== | + | * '''Christmas Tree''': Right outside the BLU's right spawn exit, a large yard containing a decorated Christmas tree can be seen. |
| + | * '''Boulder''': Directly attached to the BLU spawn is a rocky boulder. | ||
| + | * '''Brick Building''': Right across the BLU spawn, the Brick Building serves as a shortcut to the first checkpoint. | ||
| + | * '''A point Building''': Overlooking the point A is a large, rectangular building. It has four entrances/exits, one of which is a gate which can only be opened from the inside. | ||
| + | * '''Sentry Deck''': In front of the aforementioned A building is a simple wooden deck with some cover. Often a major defensive position. | ||
<gallery widths=150px heights=80px> | <gallery widths=150px heights=80px> | ||
Polar Point A.png|Checkpoint A | Polar Point A.png|Checkpoint A | ||
| + | Polar A Blu Side Exit.png| | ||
| + | Polar A Path.png| | ||
| + | Polar A Side Path.png| | ||
| + | Polar Building A Route.png| | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
| − | ===Checkpoint B=== | + | === Checkpoint B === |
| + | * '''Chute''': An industrialesque building which contains a chute leading to the Jenkin Coal Co. | ||
| + | * '''Jenkin Coal Co.''': Named after the sign plastered on it, this is a large building complex right in the middle of the map. Besides acting as a shortcut to B, it also houses the BLU's second spawn. | ||
| + | * '''Concrete Platform''': Opposite the Jenkin Coal Co. is a small cement platform with a chainlink fence. Has a medium [[health]] and [[ammo]] pack. | ||
| + | * '''Sniper's Hut''': As indicated by its name, this wooden hut often houses RED Snipers. | ||
<gallery widths=150px heights=80px> | <gallery widths=150px heights=80px> | ||
Polar Point B.png|Checkpoint B | Polar Point B.png|Checkpoint B | ||
| + | Polar B Path.png| | ||
| + | Polar Building B Route.png| | ||
| + | Polar B Side Path.png| | ||
| + | Polar B Side Room.png| | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
| − | ===Checkpoint C=== | + | === Checkpoint C === |
| + | * '''Dropdown''': Not actually a dropdown. Just a room with an elevated platform, only accessible via blast jumping. It also has a large health pack. | ||
| + | * '''Gates''': Just before reaching checkpoint C, the Cart stops and waits for the metal gates in front of it to open up. | ||
| + | * '''Flank''': On C's right side is a simple building serving as a flank route around the Gates. | ||
<gallery widths=150px heights=80px> | <gallery widths=150px heights=80px> | ||
Polar Point C.png|Checkpoint C | Polar Point C.png|Checkpoint C | ||
| + | Polar C Flank.png| | ||
| + | Polar C Flank Exit.png| | ||
| + | Polar C Stairway.png| | ||
| + | Polar C Side Path.png| | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
| − | ===Checkpoint D=== | + | === Checkpoint D === |
| + | * '''Shack''': Located right next to the RED's third spawn. | ||
| + | * '''Clearing''' A piece of flat, elevated ground. Also found right in front of the RED's third spawn. | ||
| + | * '''Factory''': A large complex building. Composed of multiple floors, routes, staircases and opening. Whoever controls this building usually wins the battle of checkpoint D. | ||
| + | * '''Shipping Crates''': Some shipping crates can be seen just in front of the Delivery Pod. | ||
| + | * '''Delivery Pod''': The pit in which BLU is supposed to throw the Cart. Although it is a [[pitfall]], it is covered by wooden planks for the majority of the game. As such, it does not claim many victims during the round. | ||
<gallery widths=150px heights=80px> | <gallery widths=150px heights=80px> | ||
Polar Point D.png|Checkpoint D | Polar Point D.png|Checkpoint D | ||
| + | Polar D Corner.png| | ||
| + | Polar D Path.png| | ||
| + | Polar D Drop.png| | ||
| + | Polar D Back.png| | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
== Strategy == | == Strategy == | ||
| − | {{main| | + | {{map strategy link|Polar|main=yes|stub=yes}} |
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== Update history == | == Update history == | ||
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'''{{Patch name|12|8|2021}}''' | '''{{Patch name|12|8|2021}}''' | ||
| − | * Added a second route into C | + | * Added a second route into C. |
| − | * Detail fixes | + | * Detail fixes. |
| − | * Optimization | + | * Optimization. |
| + | |||
| + | == Gallery == | ||
| + | <gallery> | ||
| + | File:Polar Workshop image.jpg|Steam Workshop thumbnail for Polar. | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
{{Smissmas 2021 Nav}} | {{Smissmas 2021 Nav}} | ||
| + | {{Christmas Map Nav}} | ||
{{Maps Nav}} | {{Maps Nav}} | ||
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Latest revision as of 23:06, 17 January 2024
| Polar | |
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| Basic Information | |
| Map type: | Payload |
| File name: | pl_coal_event
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| Released: | December 2, 2021 Patch (Smissmas 2021) |
| Developer(s): | Matthew "Panckakebro" Hiller Elián "iron" Rodríguez Phe Ryan "Chill" Foy Denis "xB33" Varchulik William "Cheesypuff" Bartley-Bolster Oliver "OverPovered" Pennanen |
| Map Info | |
| Environment: | Smissmas |
| Setting: | Night, snowy |
| Hazards: | Pitfalls |
| Map Items | |
 Health Kits:
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 ×7 •  ×11
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 Ammo Boxes:
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 ×1 •  ×17 •  ×2
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| Map Photos | |
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| Map Overview | |
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| Map Stamp | |
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| Supporters Leaderboard | |
Polar is a community-made Payload map released during the Smissmas 2021 update. It is a Smissmas version of the custom map Coal.
Polar was contributed to the Steam Workshop.
Contents
Locations
Checkpoint A
- Christmas Tree: Right outside the BLU's right spawn exit, a large yard containing a decorated Christmas tree can be seen.
- Boulder: Directly attached to the BLU spawn is a rocky boulder.
- Brick Building: Right across the BLU spawn, the Brick Building serves as a shortcut to the first checkpoint.
- A point Building: Overlooking the point A is a large, rectangular building. It has four entrances/exits, one of which is a gate which can only be opened from the inside.
- Sentry Deck: In front of the aforementioned A building is a simple wooden deck with some cover. Often a major defensive position.
Checkpoint A
Checkpoint B
- Chute: An industrialesque building which contains a chute leading to the Jenkin Coal Co.
- Jenkin Coal Co.: Named after the sign plastered on it, this is a large building complex right in the middle of the map. Besides acting as a shortcut to B, it also houses the BLU's second spawn.
- Concrete Platform: Opposite the Jenkin Coal Co. is a small cement platform with a chainlink fence. Has a medium health and ammo pack.
- Sniper's Hut: As indicated by its name, this wooden hut often houses RED Snipers.
Checkpoint B
Checkpoint C
- Dropdown: Not actually a dropdown. Just a room with an elevated platform, only accessible via blast jumping. It also has a large health pack.
- Gates: Just before reaching checkpoint C, the Cart stops and waits for the metal gates in front of it to open up.
- Flank: On C's right side is a simple building serving as a flank route around the Gates.
Checkpoint C
Checkpoint D
- Shack: Located right next to the RED's third spawn.
- Clearing A piece of flat, elevated ground. Also found right in front of the RED's third spawn.
- Factory: A large complex building. Composed of multiple floors, routes, staircases and opening. Whoever controls this building usually wins the battle of checkpoint D.
- Shipping Crates: Some shipping crates can be seen just in front of the Delivery Pod.
- Delivery Pod: The pit in which BLU is supposed to throw the Cart. Although it is a pitfall, it is covered by wooden planks for the majority of the game. As such, it does not claim many victims during the round.
Checkpoint D
Strategy
Main article: Community Polar strategy
 | “Sun Tzu's got nothing on us!” This map's Community strategy page is a stub. As such, it is not complete. You can help the Team Fortress Wiki Community Strategy Project by expanding it. Notes: None added |
Update history
December 2, 2021 Patch (Smissmas 2021)
- Added Polar to the game.
- Fixed a clipping issue with a window.
- Fixed a displacement.
- Added a second route into C.
- Detail fixes.
- Optimization.
Gallery
Steam Workshop thumbnail for Polar.
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