Other modeling tols?

[Josellis]

I am not familiar with GTK radiant at all. Although I do realize that for certain things (such as triggers and buildables), it is inevitable to pass by GTK, I was wondering if it was possible to use other programs for modeling and texturing (such as Blender or 3Ds Max)?

Thanks

[Taiyo.uk]

It is possible to import models in MD3 and ase formats to use as map geometry. However in order to create decent maps you must learn radiant. It really isn't that hard - try Bubba's tutorials: http://bubba.planetquake.gamespy.com/mapping.html