Moxus wrote:If you want the explanation of why we can't do this in the first place, let me know.
Please explain, but in a new topic. I don't remember there being a clause that allowed for modifying the application or its contents in the first place, so I would imagine that modding Halo or Halo Demo would be illegal. That infamous "no modifications in whole or part" clause comes to mind, which would prohibit modding, in general.
Perhaps we should write to Bungie and request special permission to include a limited number of objects (specified by tag type, ie., scen, vehi and weap) in our demo maps that were included in Halo Full. Otherwise, they should realize that we use our own created content and so they may want us to include a notice saying that our map may contain content not actually available in the full version. If, on the other hand, they don't care, then I see no reason why we cannot use the Full version items. Please explain your reasoning, Moxus, because while I understand the points made, those points would also prohibit ANY mod making. The term "derivative work" also comes to mind.
I'd like to see a written statement by Bungie that can be posted as an announcement at the top of our Halo Demo forum. (Just an idea.) Let's have the letter to Bungie signed by all our halo modders at MGM, so they can better understand the scope of what we do.
Please explain in a new topic.
Either you are groping for answers, or you are asking God and listening to Jesus.