So guys, i have a question, is it possible to make a "3D" (Read not like the old one, this time a actual block) styled gear? that moves and all, since we have pistons which are a nice step forward (although it involves a much simpler animation.) I just thought about it since i'm going to make a clock tower (similar to the one from Castlevania IV) and to know minecraft modding limits
Don't see why it wouldn't be possible. You just need the right entity model, textures, and animation code.
True, that's where i think the problems begin, since it would be fairly complicated in comparison to other animated objects (Doors, Pistons). But it'd be a even better if it could work along other gears to make analogic clocks/systems
You should look at Better Than Wolves to get an idea what can be done with animated entities. Gear, water wheel... seems relatively equal in terms of coding and all.
True, that's where i think the problems begin, since it would be fairly complicated in comparison to other animated objects (Doors, Pistons). But it'd be a even better if it could work along other gears to make analogic clocks/systems