The first video are shiny particles made during Digital Arts and Entertainment 3D5 classes. Multiple renders from 3ds Max put together and made extra shiny in Fusion. F6 overlays are fault of Fusion 6 Learning Edition, and are totally overkill. Second video is a quick attempt at something that kind of looks a bit like fire, made while not paying attention during Digital Arts and Entertainment 3D5 classes. Render time about 7 minutes.