Fallen Earth's latest developer interview introduces lead animator Gabe "Black Ice" Smith whose team was responsible for the funny Wasteland Dance Moves video:

Alias/Forum Name: Black Ice

Title / Position at Fallen Earth: Lead Animator

What games have you played and worked on?

I've played tons of games. It wouldn't even reasonable to name them all. I would take up to much of your time. *lol* This will be my first game that I have worked on.

How long have you been working on Fallen Earth?

About a year.

How did you get involved with your job position?

I did animation for human and creature characters. I also handled quality control for the Animation Department.

What type of college courses or schooling did you have to prepare you for your position at Fallen Earth?

I graduated from the School of Communication Arts. I have an Associate's Degree in Digital Animation. Before then I went to North Carolina Central University where I learned some basic 2d skills.

What in particular inspired you to work in the gaming industry?

To be honest, I didn't grow up wanting to be an animator. I went to college not really knowing what I wanted to do. In my second year at college I had a roommate that had the movie Toy Story 2. I put the movie in to watch not knowing that what I put in was the making of the movie. I was watching it and thought, "That's kinda cool." So I decided to give it a try.

What games stand out in your memory for positive reasons?

Twisted Metal 2!!! One of the best games I have ever played!!!!!!!!!!

What advice would you give to budding games / software developers?

"Don't get to cocky my boy, no matter how good you are. Don't ever let em see you coming, that's the secret my friend."

On an average day, what do you do at Fallen Earth? I am the Lead Animator here at Icarus Studios. I handle the organization, planning and quality control of the animation department. On an average day for Fallen Earth, I would either animate characters or give critiques on animation of characters the team has worked on. I would also undertake the exciting task of file management and more.

What is your favorite:

Game: Rainbow Six Vegas 2
Book: Eva by: Emily ****enson
Song: Chopped and Screwed by: T- Pain feat Ludacris
Season: Summer
Past time: Playing my guitar
Drink: Cranberry and Vodka / Corona
Color: I don't think I have one............they're all cool to me.
Food: Spaghetti
PnP: ?!?!?!?!?
Faction: Lightbearers

Do you:

roleplay? Uuuuuuuuummmmmmmmmm no
have any pets? My computer
like beer or wine? Beer please
like coffee or tea? Niether......well, maybe tea.
like cake or pie? Cake
Coke or Pepsi? Both, which I know is weird because most people like one or the other.
Pizza or Hamburgers? Pizza
Chocolate or Ice Cream? ICE CREAM!!!
Boxers or Briefs? Commando baby!! lol

Have you ever styled/had a mullet?

No, I'm sorry I haven't. I don't think I could If I wanted to.

If you could have one wish what would it be?

I would wish for more wishes!!!

Name one thing you would take to an abandoned island and why?

A boat

Does the Landshark really exist?

Other kids at school tell me it's a lie. You'll never know. Mmmmmuuuuaaaaahhhhahahahahahaha.

Are you willing to be bribed for an alpha spot and what would it take?

Have you ever seen Making The band? Hehe.

Got more questions for "Black Ice"? Then head straight to the official forums and drop him a line.

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