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So I need some algorithm for programing lightning path generation. Which one is fastest and at the same time realistic?

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    Asking 'what is the best' is a subjective and argumentative way to ask a question. You might instead ask for people to post their experience, and then you might need to check the community-wiki box. – bmargulies Jan 03 '10 at 19:48

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Here are a few papers on the subject - the first one looks fairly realistic and is purported to be fast.

Fast Animation of Lightning Using an Adaptive Mesh presents a fast method for simulating, animating, and rendering lightning using adaptive grids.

Efficient Rendering of Lightning Taking into Account Scattering Effects due to Clouds and Atmospheric Particles propose an efficient method for creating realistic image of scenes including lightning.

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