*sigh* i'm currently working on my final project in my 3D animation class here at college, and we use MAYA. now, i've heard a few people go on and on about how MAYA 5u><0R, and Lightwave r0X0rEZ, etc. if anyone has expierence with either/both these 3D softwares, what do you think? i've never used Lightwave or any other 3D software other than MAYA, but i don't mind MAYA that much- course, like i said i don't have a basis for comparison. oh, and if anyone would like to see my final project once it is done (expected date of completion: 5/14/03), PM me and i'll get it to you.