It looks good either way, but I prefer the style without the shadows. It has more of an inked map flavour.

25 minute shout :)

The older styles don't have the sheet effects automatically turned on when you open them, but you can change that by checking the little box called "Effects are on when loaded" in the Display speed dialog. It just means that things are immediately clear the moment you open the map. That first screen shot was without effects - either that or so far zoomed out they were invisible. It really is the largest dungeon map I've ever seen.

Yes, this annual issue was not code-signed in the rush to leave for Gen Con, so windows will be a little fussy at installation. Ralf said he would fix it when he got back. I don't know if he already has, but in the meantime if you are talking about Windows Defender you can override that fuss. It's perfectly safe - just unsigned.

EDIT: I just downloaded it again myself. It looks like Ralf has updated it if you want to download it again.

I use Windows Defender myself. As long as you right click the installer and pick Run as Administrator it should be ok.

Hi Everyone! :D

Even though he's only just arrived back from Gen Con, Ralf will be doing a Live Mapping Session tomorrow at the usual time, in which he will be taking a look at the latest Cartographer's Annual issue; the "Inked Ruins" style... providing his voice holds out.

Come and join in on YouTube live:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DubGdUmb-TE

Or watch it here if you prefer.