@theluthier absolutely animated smoke is a must.
Have you seen @duerer ‘s smoke test?
I have an idea or two how to do this.
Perhaps this method could work for us?
I was thinking along this line , but our smoke is more a steady stream of smoke, this looks like a steam engine.
Do you want to add a card-based cloud for me to place in the sky?
I can add a card based cloud if you want.
Do you want one like this method
https://cgcookie.com/questions/14277-collab2021-wip-adrian2301?page=1#answer-51938
This is a similar look as a volumetric cloud but using a plane. Did you you want it way in the distance so know one goes beyond it? For an idea of the scale.
I have learnt a lot from this Collab, as I knew I would, all the testing and ‘turbulence’, pun intended, is still a success. I’m happy even if my efforts don’t make the final cut.
Long live the Collab!! 👍