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1<?xml version="1.0" standalone="no" ?> 1<?xml version="1.0" standalone="no" ?>
2<!-- 2<!--
3###################################################################### 3######################################################################
4# types.xml - This is the definitions-file for all the different # 4# types.xml - This is the definitions-file for all the different #
5# Crossfire object types and their attributes. # 5# Deliantra object types and their attributes. #
6# # 6# #
7# The server code of the Crossfire game is always changing and # 7# The server code of the Deliantra game is always changing and #
8# evolving. From time to time, object-attributes change in purpose, # 8# evolving. From time to time, object-attributes change in purpose, #
9# or new ones are created. # 9# or new ones are created. #
10# Therefore, it is important that an Editor is flexible and # 10# Therefore, it is important that an Editor is flexible and #
11# easy to "upgrade" to handle such new features. That's why the # 11# easy to "upgrade" to handle such new features. That's why the #
12# CFJavaEditor reads the type-definitions from this xml file. # 12# CFJavaEditor reads the type-definitions from this xml file. #
13# #
14# If you encounter bugs, typos or missing entries in the LATEST #
15# VERSION of this file - Don't hesitate to improve it, contact me #
16# and eventually send the improved file to me: <red.blaze@gmx.net>. #
17# I will put it into the "official version" of the CFJavaEditor #
18# and all fellow Crossfire-Map-Makers can benefit from your work! #
19# #
20# IMPORTANT: Make a backup copy of this file before you start #
21# to modify it! #
22# # 13# #
23# New types must be inserted maintaining the alphabetical order. # 14# New types must be inserted maintaining the alphabetical order. #
24# # 15# #
25# about the 'type' elements: # 16# about the 'type' elements: #
26# # 17# #
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31# </required> # 22# </required> #
32# <ignore> # 23# <ignore> #
33# list of attributes not to import from default_type # 24# list of attributes not to import from default_type #
34# </ignore> # 25# </ignore> #
35# <description><![CDATA[ # 26# <description><![CDATA[ #
36# Description of this type. ]]> # 27# Description of this type.]]> #
37# </description> # 28# </description> #
38# <use><![CDATA[ # 29# <use><![CDATA[ #
39# How to use this type. ]]> # 30# How to use this type.]]> #
40# </use> # 31# </use> #
41# ... attributes ... # 32# ... attributes ... #
42# </type> # 33# </type> #
43# # 34# #
44# about the 'attribute' type: <attribute ... type="XXX" > # 35# about the 'attribute' type: <attribute ... type="XXX" > #
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110 length CDATA #IMPLIED 101 length CDATA #IMPLIED
111 true CDATA #IMPLIED 102 true CDATA #IMPLIED
112 false CDATA #IMPLIED> 103 false CDATA #IMPLIED>
113 104
114 <!ENTITY move_on " 105 <!ENTITY move_on "
115 <attribute arch='move_on' editor='movement type' type='bitmask_movement_type'> 106 <attribute arch='move_on' editor='movement type' type='movement_type'>
116 Which movement types automatically (as opposed to manually) activate this object. 107 Which movement types automatically (as opposed to manually) activate this object.
117 </attribute> 108 </attribute>
118 "> 109 ">
119 <!ENTITY move_off " 110 <!ENTITY move_off "
120 <attribute arch='move_off' editor='movement type' type='bitmask_movement_type'> 111 <attribute arch='move_off' editor='movement type' type='movement_type'>
121 Which movement types deactivate this object (e.g. button). 112 Which movement types deactivate this object (e.g. button).
122 </attribute> 113 </attribute>
123 "> 114 ">
124 <!ENTITY move_type " 115 <!ENTITY move_type "
125 <attribute arch='move_type' editor='movement type' type='bitmask_movement_type'> 116 <attribute arch='move_type' editor='movement type' type='movement_type'>
126 Determines which kinds of movement this object can use (e.g. for monsters) 117 Determines which kinds of movement this object can use (e.g. for monsters)
127 or grants (e.g. for amulets). 118 or grants (e.g. for amulets).
128 </attribute> 119 </attribute>
129 "> 120 ">
130 <!ENTITY movement_types_terrain " 121 <!ENTITY movement_types_terrain "
131 <attribute arch='move_block' editor='blocked movement' type='bitmask_movement_type'> 122 <attribute arch='move_block' editor='blocked movement' type='movement_type'>
132 Objects using these movement types cannot move over this space. 123 Objects using these movement types cannot move over this space.
133 </attribute> 124 </attribute>
134 <attribute arch='move_allow' editor='allowed movement' type='bitmask_movement_type'> 125 <attribute arch='move_allow' editor='allowed movement' type='movement_type'>
135 Objects using these movement types are allowed to move over this space. Takes 126 Objects using these movement types are allowed to move over this space. Takes
136 precedence over 'blocked movements'. 127 precedence over 'blocked movements'.
137 </attribute> 128 </attribute>
138 <attribute arch='move_slow' editor='slowed movement' type='bitmask_movement_type'> 129 <attribute arch='move_slow' editor='slowed movement' type='movement_type'>
139 The types of movement that should by slowed down by the 'slow movement penalty'. 130 The types of movement that should by slowed down by the 'slow movement penalty'.
140 </attribute> 131 </attribute>
141 <attribute arch='move_slow_penalty' editor='slow movement penalty' type='int'> 132 <attribute arch='move_slow_penalty' editor='slow movement penalty' type='int'>
142 If &lt;slow movement&gt; is set to a value greater zero, all 133 If &lt;slow movement&gt; is set to a value greater zero, all
143 creatures matching 'slow move' will be slower than normal on this spot. 134 creatures matching 'slow move' will be slower than normal on this spot.
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155 The speed left to the object. On every tick, if this value is higher 146 The speed left to the object. On every tick, if this value is higher
156 than 0, the object acts/triggers/moves etc. and the value gets 147 than 0, the object acts/triggers/moves etc. and the value gets
157 decremented by 1. Otherwise, it is incremented by &lt;speed&gt; on 148 decremented by 1. Otherwise, it is incremented by &lt;speed&gt; on
158 every tick. 149 every tick.
159 </attribute> 150 </attribute>
151 ">
152 <!ENTITY activate_on "
153 <attribute arch='activate_on_push' editor='activate on push' type='bool'>
154 Whether the teleporter should only be activated on push.
155 </attribute>
156 <attribute arch='activate_on_release' editor='activate on release' type='bool'>
157 Whether the teleporter should only be activated on release.
158 </attribute>
159 ">
160
161 <!ENTITY resistances_flesh_desc "
162 Resistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
163 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
164 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
165 items in a monster's inventory.
166 ">
167
168 <!ENTITY resistances_flesh_section "
169 <section name='resistance'>
170 <attribute arch='resist_physical' editor='resist physical &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
171 &resistances_flesh_desc;
172 </attribute>
173 <attribute arch='resist_magic' editor='resist magic &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
174 &resistances_flesh_desc;
175 </attribute>
176 <attribute arch='resist_fire' editor='resist fire &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
177 &resistances_flesh_desc;
178 </attribute>
179 <attribute arch='resist_electricity' editor='resist electricity &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
180 &resistances_flesh_desc;
181 </attribute>
182 <attribute arch='resist_cold' editor='resist cold &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
183 &resistances_flesh_desc;
184 </attribute>
185 <attribute arch='resist_confusion' editor='resist confusion &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
186 &resistances_flesh_desc;
187 </attribute>
188 <attribute arch='resist_acid' editor='resist acid &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
189 &resistances_flesh_desc;
190 </attribute>
191 <attribute arch='resist_drain' editor='resist draining &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
192 &resistances_flesh_desc;
193 </attribute>
194 <attribute arch='resist_weaponmagic' editor='resist weaponmagic &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
195 &resistances_flesh_desc;
196 </attribute>
197 <attribute arch='resist_ghosthit' editor='resist ghosthit &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
198 &resistances_flesh_desc;
199 </attribute>
200 <attribute arch='resist_poison' editor='resist poison &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
201 &resistances_flesh_desc;
202 </attribute>
203 <attribute arch='resist_slow' editor='resist slow &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
204 &resistances_flesh_desc;
205 </attribute>
206 <attribute arch='resist_paralyze' editor='resist paralyze &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
207 &resistances_flesh_desc;
208 </attribute>
209 <attribute arch='resist_fear' editor='resist fear &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
210 &resistances_flesh_desc;
211 </attribute>
212 <attribute arch='resist_deplete' editor='resist depletion &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
213 &resistances_flesh_desc;
214 </attribute>
215 <attribute arch='resist_death' editor='resist death-attack &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
216 &resistances_flesh_desc;
217 </attribute>
218 <attribute arch='resist_chaos' editor='resist chaos &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
219 &resistances_flesh_desc;
220 </attribute>
221 <attribute arch='resist_blind' editor='resist blinding &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
222 &resistances_flesh_desc;
223 </attribute>
224 </section>
225 ">
226
227 <!ENTITY resistances_basic "
228 <section name='resistance'>
229 <attribute arch='resist_physical' editor='resist physical &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
230 <attribute arch='resist_magic' editor='resist magic &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
231 <attribute arch='resist_fire' editor='resist fire &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
232 <attribute arch='resist_electricity' editor='resist electricity &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
233 <attribute arch='resist_cold' editor='resist cold &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
234 <attribute arch='resist_confusion' editor='resist confusion &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
235 <attribute arch='resist_acid' editor='resist acid &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
236 <attribute arch='resist_drain' editor='resist draining &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
237 <attribute arch='resist_weaponmagic' editor='resist weaponmagic &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
238 <attribute arch='resist_ghosthit' editor='resist ghosthit &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
239 <attribute arch='resist_poison' editor='resist poison &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
240 <attribute arch='resist_slow' editor='resist slow &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
241 <attribute arch='resist_paralyze' editor='resist paralyze &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
242 <attribute arch='resist_fear' editor='resist fear &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
243 <attribute arch='resist_deplete' editor='resist depletion &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
244 <attribute arch='resist_death' editor='resist death-attack &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
245 <attribute arch='resist_chaos' editor='resist chaos &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
246 <attribute arch='resist_blind' editor='resist blinding &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
247 <attribute arch='resist_holyword' editor='resist holy power &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
248 <attribute arch='resist_godpower' editor='resist godpower &#x25;' length='15' type='int'/>
249 </section>
250 ">
251
252 <!ENTITY player_stat_desc "
253 The player's strentgh will rise/fall by the given value for permanent
254 (of course there is an upper limit). Generally there shouldn't be stat
255 potions granting more than one stat. Cursed potions will subtract the
256 stats if positive.
257 ">
258
259 <!ENTITY player_res_desc "
260 The player's resistance to physical will rise by this value in percent
261 (range -100 till +100). The effect is only temporare, and it does NOT
262 add on the values from the player's equipment.
263 Cursed potions will make negative resistance.. very nasty in combat!
264 ">
265
266 <!ENTITY player_stat_resist_sections "
267 <section name='stats'>
268 <attribute arch='Str' editor='strength' type='int'>
269 &player_stat_desc;
270 </attribute>
271 <attribute arch='Dex' editor='dexterity' type='int'>
272 &player_stat_desc;
273 </attribute>
274 <attribute arch='Con' editor='constitution' type='int'>
275 &player_stat_desc;
276 </attribute>
277 <attribute arch='Int' editor='intelligence' type='int'>
278 &player_stat_desc;
279 </attribute>
280 <attribute arch='Pow' editor='power' type='int'>
281 &player_stat_desc;
282 </attribute>
283 <attribute arch='Wis' editor='wisdom' type='int'>
284 &player_stat_desc;
285 </attribute>
286 <attribute arch='Cha' editor='charisma' type='int'>
287 &player_stat_desc;
288 </attribute>
289 </section>
290 <section name='resistance'>
291 <attribute arch='resist_physical' editor='resist physical &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
292 &player_res_desc;
293 </attribute>
294 <attribute arch='resist_magic' editor='resist magic &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
295 &player_res_desc;
296 </attribute>
297 <attribute arch='resist_fire' editor='resist fire &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
298 &player_res_desc;
299 </attribute>
300 <attribute arch='resist_electricity' editor='resist electricity &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
301 &player_res_desc;
302 </attribute>
303 <attribute arch='resist_cold' editor='resist cold &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
304 &player_res_desc;
305 </attribute>
306 <attribute arch='resist_acid' editor='resist acid &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
307 &player_res_desc;
308 </attribute>
309 <attribute arch='resist_confusion' editor='resist confusion &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
310 &player_res_desc;
311 </attribute>
312 <attribute arch='resist_weaponmagic' editor='resist weaponmagic &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
313 &player_res_desc;
314 </attribute>
315 <attribute arch='resist_ghosthit' editor='resist ghosthit &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
316 &player_res_desc;
317 </attribute>
318 <attribute arch='resist_slow' editor='resist slow &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
319 &player_res_desc;
320 </attribute>
321 <attribute arch='resist_fear' editor='resist fear &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
322 &player_res_desc;
323 </attribute>
324 <attribute arch='resist_death' editor='resist death-attack &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
325 &player_res_desc;
326 </attribute>
327 <attribute arch='resist_chaos' editor='resist chaos &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
328 &player_res_desc;
329 </attribute>
330 <attribute arch='resist_blind' editor='resist blinding &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
331 &player_res_desc;
332 </attribute>
333 <attribute arch='resist_holyword' editor='resist holy power &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
334 &player_res_desc;
335 </attribute>
336 <attribute arch='resist_godpower' editor='resist godpower &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
337 &player_res_desc;
338 </attribute>
339 <attribute arch='resist_paralyze' editor='resist paralyze &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
340 &player_res_desc;
341 </attribute>
342 <attribute arch='resist_drain' editor='resist draining &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
343 &player_res_desc;
344 </attribute>
345 <attribute arch='resist_deplete' editor='resist depletion &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
346 &player_res_desc;
347 </attribute>
348 <attribute arch='resist_poison' editor='resist poison &#x25;' length='15' type='int'>
349 &player_res_desc;
350 </attribute>
351 </section>
352 ">
353
354 <!ENTITY match_compat "
355 If the string starts with 'match ', then it is interpreted
356 as a match expression (e.g. 'match type=POTION', or 'match type=SPELL
357 in applied type=CONTAINER in inv in originator'). For details, see
358 http://pod.tst.eu/http://cvs.schmorp.de/deliantra/server/lib/cf/match.pm
160 "> 359 ">
161]> 360]>
162 361
163<types> 362<types>
164 363
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400 <entry value="9" name="throw" /> 599 <entry value="9" name="throw" />
401 <entry value="10" name="trigger" /> 600 <entry value="10" name="trigger" />
402 <entry value="11" name="close" /> 601 <entry value="11" name="close" />
403 <entry value="12" name="timer" /> 602 <entry value="12" name="timer" />
404 <entry value="28" name="move" /> 603 <entry value="28" name="move" />
604 <entry value="41" name="drop_on" />
405</list> 605</list>
406 606
407<list name="attack_movement_bits_0_3"> 607<list name="attack_movement_bits_0_3">
408 <entry value="0" name="default" /> 608 <entry value="0" name="default" />
409 <entry value="1" name="attack from distance" /> 609 <entry value="1" name="attack from distance" />
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447 <attribute arch="title" editor="title" type="string"> 647 <attribute arch="title" editor="title" type="string">
448 This is the object's title. Once an object is identified the title is 648 This is the object's title. Once an object is identified the title is
449 attached to the name. Typical titles are "of Mostrai", "of xray vision" etc. 649 attached to the name. Typical titles are "of Mostrai", "of xray vision" etc.
450 </attribute> 650 </attribute>
451 <attribute arch="face" editor="image" type="string"> 651 <attribute arch="face" editor="image" type="string">
452 The image-name defines what image is displayed for this object in-game. 652 The image-name defines what image is displayed for this object in-game. Take care if the archetype of the
653 object has an animation! See also the 'animation' attribute.
654 </attribute>
655 <attribute arch="animation" editor="animation" type="string">
656 The animation-name of the object. If you assign custom faces and the archetype
657 defines an animation you can disable the animation of an archetype by setting this
658 field to NONE.
659 </attribute>
660 <attribute arch="tag" editor="tag" type="string">
661 You can tag objects with an identifier. Tagged objects can be found quickly
662 from their tag, which makes them useful to tag exits and refer to those by
663 their name.
453 </attribute> 664 </attribute>
454 <attribute arch="nrof" editor="number" type="int"> 665 <attribute arch="nrof" editor="number" type="int">
455 This value determines the number of objects in one stack (for example: 666 This value determines the number of objects in one stack (for example:
456 100 goldcoins =&gt; "number = 100"). You should set this at least to one, for 667 100 goldcoins =&gt; "number = 100"). You should set this at least to one, for
457 any pickable object - otherwise it won't be mergeable into a stack. 668 any pickable object - otherwise it won't be mergeable into a stack.
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469 usually inevitable. 680 usually inevitable.
470 </attribute> 681 </attribute>
471 <attribute arch="glow_radius" editor="glow radius" type="int"> 682 <attribute arch="glow_radius" editor="glow radius" type="int">
472 If &lt;glow radius&gt; is set to a value greater zero, the object 683 If &lt;glow radius&gt; is set to a value greater zero, the object
473 appears lit up on dark maps. &lt;glow radius&gt; can be a value 684 appears lit up on dark maps. &lt;glow radius&gt; can be a value
474 between 0 and 4, the higher, the more light does the object emit. 685 between 0 and 9, the higher, the more light does the object emit.
475 </attribute> 686 </attribute>
476 <attribute arch="material" editor="material" type="bitmask_material"> 687 <attribute arch="material" editor="material" type="bitmask_material">
477 This bitmask-value informs the player of which material(s) the 688 This bitmask-value informs the player of which material(s) the
478 object consists. Material does also affect how likely the object 689 object consists. Material does also affect how likely the object
479 can be destroyed by hazardous spell-effects. 690 can be destroyed by hazardous spell-effects.
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487 Putting an invisible object under the floor always prevents it from being 698 Putting an invisible object under the floor always prevents it from being
488 shown. 699 shown.
489 </attribute> 700 </attribute>
490 <attribute arch="blocksview" editor="block view" type="bool"> 701 <attribute arch="blocksview" editor="block view" type="bool">
491 If an item is set to block view, players (and monsters) cannot 702 If an item is set to block view, players (and monsters) cannot
492 see byond it unless they cross it or manage to stand ontop. 703 see beyond it unless they cross it or manage to stand ontop.
493 </attribute> 704 </attribute>
494 <attribute arch="identified" editor="identified" type="bool"> 705 <attribute arch="identified" editor="identified" type="bool">
495 If an item is identified, the player has full knowledge about it. 706 If an item is identified, the player has full knowledge about it.
496 </attribute> 707 </attribute>
497 <attribute arch="unpaid" editor="unpaid" type="bool"> 708 <attribute arch="unpaid" editor="unpaid" type="bool">
498 An &lt;unpaid&gt; item cannot be used unless a player carried it over 709 An &lt;unpaid&gt; item cannot be used unless a player carried it over
499 a shop mat, paying the demanded price. Setting this flag makes sense 710 a shop mat, paying the demanded price. Setting this flag makes sense
500 only for pickable items inside shops. 711 only for pickable items inside shops.
712 </attribute>
713 <attribute arch="sound" editor="sound" type="string">
714 The sound this objects makes on a map. Enter either a sound alias from
715 arch/res/sound.conf.res or a path. If you enter &lt;path&gt; in this
716 field it will point to sound/&lt;path&gt;.ext
717 </attribute>
718 <attribute arch="sound_destroy" editor="destroy sound" type="string">
719 The sound this objects makes when it is destroyed. Enter either a sound alias from
720 arch/res/sound.conf.res or a path. If you enter &lt;path&gt; in this
721 field it will point to sound/&lt;path&gt;.ext
501 </attribute> 722 </attribute>
502</default_type> 723</default_type>
503 724
504<!-- This ignorelist is for all system objects which are non pickable 725<!-- This ignorelist is for all system objects which are non pickable
505 and invisible. They don't interact with players at all. --> 726 and invisible. They don't interact with players at all. -->
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563 This text may describe the object. 784 This text may describe the object.
564 </attribute> 785 </attribute>
565</type> 786</type>
566 787
567<!--####################################################################--> 788<!--####################################################################-->
789<!-- former typ 110, which is 'inscribable' in deliantra, and was never used in cf afaik -->
568<type number="110" name="Ability"> 790<type number="999" name="Ability">
569 <ignore> 791 <ignore>
570 <ignore_list name="system_object" /> 792 <ignore_list name="system_object" />
571 </ignore> 793 </ignore>
572 <description><![CDATA[ 794 <description><![CDATA[
573 Abilities are to be put in a monster's inventory. They grant monsters the 795 Abilities are to be put in a monster's inventory. They grant monsters the
574 knowledge to cast spells. Spells from abilities are usually magical in 796 knowledge to cast spells. Spells from abilities are usually magical in
575 nature, thus adding magic attacktype to the spell-damage they produce. 797 nature, thus adding magic attacktype to the spell-damage they produce.
576 <br><br> 798 <br><br>
577 A particularly nice feature of abilities is that they can hold two 799 A particularly nice feature of abilities is that they can hold two
578 spells: One for short range- and one for long range use. 800 spells: One for short range - and one for long range use.
579 \n\n 801 \n\n
580 You should know that spellcasting monsters receive abilities via 802 You should know that spellcasting monsters receive abilities via
581 &lt;treasurelist&gt;. ]]> 803 &lt;treasurelist&gt;.]]>
582 </description> 804 </description>
583 <use><![CDATA[ 805 <use><![CDATA[
584 If you want to create "customized" spellcasting monsters, you 806 If you want to create "customized" spellcasting monsters, you
585 should use abilities (rather than spellbooks/wands or something). 807 should use abilities (rather than spellbooks/wands or something).
586 The long/short-range spell feature can make boss-monsters more 808 The long/short-range spell feature can make boss-monsters more
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588 <br><br> 810 <br><br>
589 You should keep in mind that magic abilities allow players 811 You should keep in mind that magic abilities allow players
590 to get better resistance. You can turn off the magic part to 812 to get better resistance. You can turn off the magic part to
591 make the spells more dangerous. However, this really shouldn't 813 make the spells more dangerous. However, this really shouldn't
592 be neccessary unless you work on very high level maps. 814 be neccessary unless you work on very high level maps.
593 And what fun is a magic resistance cloak when it has no effect? ]]> 815 And what fun is a magic resistance cloak when it has no effect?]]>
594 </use> 816 </use>
595 <attribute arch="invisible" value="1" type="fixed" /> 817 <attribute arch="invisible" value="1" type="fixed" />
596 <attribute arch="no_drop" value="1" type="fixed" /> 818 <attribute arch="no_drop" value="1" type="fixed" />
597 <attribute arch="sp" editor="short range spell" type="spell"> 819 <attribute arch="sp" editor="short range spell" type="spell">
598 The monster will use the specified &lt;short range spell&gt; 820 The monster will use the specified &lt;short range spell&gt;
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627 Note that non-magical abilities are more dangerous because 849 Note that non-magical abilities are more dangerous because
628 magic resistance does not protect from those.</attribute> 850 magic resistance does not protect from those.</attribute>
629</type> 851</type>
630 852
631<!--####################################################################--> 853<!--####################################################################-->
854
855<type number="81" name="Torch">
856 <description><![CDATA[
857 Torches are a special kind of Lamp, they are worn out by repeatedly
858 lightening them up (when the is_lightable flag is set) and otherwise
859 they can only be used once.]]>
860 </description>
861 <attribute arch="food" editor="burning duration" type="int">
862 This field specifies the burning duration of the torch.
863 </attribute>
864 <attribute arch="range" editor="enabled glow radius" type="int">
865 This field sets the glow radius of the torch if it is enabled.
866 If you want to make a torch that is already burning set the
867 "glow radius" field.
868 </attribute>
869 <attribute arch="level" editor="level" type="int">
870 If this field specyfies the cursed effect's level. If it is
871 0 no cursed effect will be generate. See also the "cursed" flag.
872 </attribute>
873 <attribute arch="cursed" editor="cursed" type="bool">
874 Cursed torches, which have a level above 0, explode if the
875 player applies them.
876 </attribute>
877</type>
878
879<type number="82" name="Lamp">
880 <description><![CDATA[
881 Lamps are carryable light sources for players with a fuel tank.]]>
882 </description>
883 <attribute arch="speed" editor="burn speed" type="float">
884 This field is the speed of the lamp. (If the value 0.00208 is given
885 here the fuel field will specify the burning duration in minutes.)
886 </attribute>
887 <attribute arch="food" editor="fuel" type="int">
888 This field sets the burning duration of the lamp, which depends on the speed
889 field of this object.
890 </attribute>
891 <attribute arch="range" editor="enabled glow radius" type="int">
892 This field sets the glow radius of the lamp if it is enabled.
893 If you want to make a lamp that is already burning set the
894 "glow radius" field.
895 </attribute>
896 <attribute arch="level" editor="level" type="int">
897 If this field specyfies the cursed effect's level. If it is
898 0 no cursed effect will be generate. See also the "cursed" flag.
899 </attribute>
900 <attribute arch="cursed" editor="cursed" type="bool">
901 Cursed lamps, which have a level above 0, explode if the
902 player applies them.
903 </attribute>
904</type>
905
906<!--####################################################################-->
632<type number="18" name="Altar"> 907<type number="18" name="Altar">
633 <ignore> 908 <ignore>
634 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" /> 909 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
635 </ignore> 910 </ignore>
636 <description><![CDATA[ 911 <description><![CDATA[
637 When a player puts a defined number of certain items on the altar, 912 When a player puts a defined number of certain items on the altar,
638 then either a spell is casted (on the player) or a connector is 913 then either a spell is casted (on the player) or a connector is
639 triggered. If the latter is the case, the altar works only once. 914 triggered. If the latter is the case, the altar works only once.
640 Either way, the sacrificed item disappears. ]]> 915 Either way, the sacrificed item disappears.]]>
641 </description> 916 </description>
642 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 917 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
643 &move_on; 918 &move_on;
644 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="match item name" type="string"> 919 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="match item name" type="string">
645 This string specifies the item that must be put on the altar to 920 This string specifies the item that must be put on the altar to
646 activate it. It can either be the name of an archetype, or directly 921 activate it. It can either be the name of an archetype, or directly
647 the name of an object. Yet, titles are not recognized by altars. 922 the name of an object. Yet, titles are not recognized by altars.
648 Remember to put a note somewhere, telling the player what he is 923 If you want the player to have to drop a specific amount of money use "money".
649 expected to drop on the altar. (Often this is put in the altar's 924 See also the "drop amount" attribute.
650 name: E.g. "drop 100 platinums") 925 &match_compat;
651 </attribute> 926 </attribute>
652 <attribute arch="food" editor="drop amount" type="int"> 927 <attribute arch="food" editor="drop amount" type="int">
653 The drop amount specifies the amount of items (specified 928 The drop amount specifies the amount of items (specified
654 in &lt;match item name&gt;) that must be dropped to activate the altar. 929 in &lt;match item name&gt;) that must be dropped to activate the altar.
655 930
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657 sacrificed money must be equal to &lt;drop amount&gt; (ie, if food=200, then 932 sacrificed money must be equal to &lt;drop amount&gt; (ie, if food=200, then
658 200 silver, 20 gold, or 4 platinum will all work.) 933 200 silver, 20 gold, or 4 platinum will all work.)
659 934
660 Note that the maximum possible for &lt;drop amount&gt; is 32767. 935 Note that the maximum possible for &lt;drop amount&gt; is 32767.
661 </attribute> 936 </attribute>
662 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 937 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
663 If a connection value is set, the altar will trigger all objects 938 If a connection value is set, the altar will trigger all objects
664 with the same value, when activated. This will only work once. 939 with the same value, when activated. This will only work once.
665 </attribute> 940 </attribute>
666 <attribute arch="sp" editor="spell" type="spell"> 941 <attribute arch="sp" editor="spell" type="spell">
667 When activated, the selected &lt;spell&gt; will be casted (once, on the 942 When activated, the selected &lt;spell&gt; will be casted (once, on the
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681 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" /> 956 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
682 </ignore> 957 </ignore>
683 <description><![CDATA[ 958 <description><![CDATA[
684 Altar_triggers work pretty much like normal altars 959 Altar_triggers work pretty much like normal altars
685 (drop sacrifice -> connection activated), except for the fact that 960 (drop sacrifice -> connection activated), except for the fact that
686 they reset after usage. Hence, altar_triggers can be used infinitely. ]]> 961 they reset after usage. Hence, altar_triggers can be used infinitely.]]>
687 </description> 962 </description>
688 <use><![CDATA[ 963 <use><![CDATA[
689 Altar_triggers are very useful if you want to charge a price for... 964 Altar_triggers are very useful if you want to charge a price for...
690 <UL> 965 <UL>
691 <LI> ...an item. -> Connect the altar_trigger (set "last_sp 1") to a creator. 966 <LI> ...an item. -> Connect the altar_trigger (set "last_sp 1") to a creator.
692 <LI> ...opening a gate. -> Connect the altar_trigger (set "last_sp 0") to the gate. 967 <LI> ...opening a gate. -> Connect the altar_trigger (set "last_sp 0") to the gate.
693 <LI> ...information. -> Connect the altar_trigger (set "last_sp 1") to a magic_mouth. 968 <LI> ...information. -> Connect the altar_trigger (set "last_sp 1") to a magic_mouth.
694 </UL> 969 </UL>
695 The big advantage over normal altars is the infinite usability 970 The big advantage over normal altars is the infinite usability
696 of altar_triggers! If there are ten players on one server, they're 971 of altar_triggers! If there are ten players on one server, they're
697 quite grateful if things work more than once. =) ]]> 972 quite grateful if things work more than once. =)]]>
698 </use> 973 </use>
699 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 974 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
700 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="match item name" type="string"> 975 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="match item name" type="string">
701 This string specifies the item that must be put on the altar to 976 This string specifies the item that must be put on the altar to
702 activate it. It can either be the name of an archetype, or directly 977 activate it. It can either be the name of an archetype, or directly
703 the name of an object. Yet, titles are not recognized by altars. 978 the name of an object. Yet, titles are not recognized by altars.
704 Remember to put a note somewhere, telling the player what he is 979 If you want the player to have to drop a specific amount of money use "money".
705 expected to drop on the altar. (Often this is put in the altar's 980 See also the "drop amount" attribute.
706 name: E.g. "drop 100 platinums") 981 &match_compat;
707 </attribute> 982 </attribute>
708 <attribute arch="food" editor="drop amount" type="int"> 983 <attribute arch="food" editor="drop amount" type="int">
709 The drop amount specifies the amount of items (specified 984 The drop amount specifies the amount of items (specified
710 in &lt;match item name&gt;) that must be dropped to activate the altar. 985 in &lt;match item name&gt;) that must be dropped to activate the altar.
711 986
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713 sacrificed money must be equal to &lt;drop amount&gt; (ie, if food=200, then 988 sacrificed money must be equal to &lt;drop amount&gt; (ie, if food=200, then
714 200 silver, 20 gold, or 4 platinum will all work.) 989 200 silver, 20 gold, or 4 platinum will all work.)
715 990
716 Note that the maximum possible for &lt;drop amount&gt; is 32767. 991 Note that the maximum possible for &lt;drop amount&gt; is 32767.
717 </attribute> 992 </attribute>
718 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 993 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
719 If a connection value is set, the altar will trigger all objects 994 If a connection value is set, the altar will trigger all objects
720 with the same value, when activated. This will only work once. 995 with the same value, when activated. This will only work once.
721 </attribute> 996 </attribute>
722 <attribute arch="sp" editor="spell" type="spell"> 997 <attribute arch="sp" editor="spell" type="spell">
723 When activated, this &lt;spell&gt; will be casted (once, on the player). 998 When activated, this &lt;spell&gt; will be casted (once, on the player).
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747 in the exact moment when the altar is activated. 1022 in the exact moment when the altar is activated.
748 </attribute> 1023 </attribute>
749</type> 1024</type>
750 1025
751<!--####################################################################--> 1026<!--####################################################################-->
1027<type number="74" name="Skill Tool">
1028 <description><![CDATA[
1029 Wearing a skill tool will give the player the ability to use a skill.
1030 ]]>
1031 </description>
1032 <use><![CDATA[
1033 Feel free to assign resistancies and stats to a skill tools or change
1034 the skill that is given.
1035 ]]>
1036 </use>
1037 <attribute arch="skill" editor="skill name" type="string">
1038 This field describes which skill the player will be able to use wearing this item.
1039 </attribute>
1040 &player_stat_resist_sections;
1041</type>
1042<!--####################################################################-->
752<type number="39" name="Amulet"> 1043<type number="39" name="Amulet">
753 <description><![CDATA[ 1044 <description><![CDATA[
754 Wearing an amulet, the object's stats will directly be inherited to 1045 Wearing an amulet, the object's stats will directly be inherited to
755 the player. Amulets are usually meant for protection and defense. ]]> 1046 the player. Amulets are usually meant for protection and defense.]]>
756 </description> 1047 </description>
757 <use><![CDATA[ 1048 <use><![CDATA[
758 Feel free to create your own special artifacts. However, it is very 1049 Feel free to create your own special artifacts. However, it is very
759 important that you keep your artifact in balance with existing maps. ]]> 1050 important that you keep your artifact in balance with existing maps.]]>
760 </use> 1051 </use>
761 <attribute arch="ac" editor="armour class" type="int"> 1052 <attribute arch="ac" editor="armour class" type="int">
762 This value defines the amount of armour-class bonus for wearing 1053 This value defines the amount of armour-class bonus for wearing
763 this item. &lt;Armour class&gt; lessens the chance of being hit. Lower 1054 this item. &lt;Armour class&gt; lessens the chance of being hit. Lower
764 values are better. It should usually be set only for armour-like equipment. 1055 values are better. It should usually be set only for armour-like equipment.
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775 amount of &lt;item power&gt;, depending on their own level. This is the 1066 amount of &lt;item power&gt;, depending on their own level. This is the
776 only way to prevent low level players to wear "undeserved" equipment 1067 only way to prevent low level players to wear "undeserved" equipment
777 (like gifts from other players or cheated items). 1068 (like gifts from other players or cheated items).
778 1069
779 It is very important to adjust the &lt;item power&gt; value carefully 1070 It is very important to adjust the &lt;item power&gt; value carefully
780 for every artifact you create! If zero/unset, the CF server will 1071 for every artifact you create! If zero/unset, the Deliantra server will
781 calculate a provisional value at runtime, but this is never 1072 calculate a provisional value at runtime, but this is never
782 going to be an accurate measurement of &lt;item power&gt;. 1073 going to be an accurate measurement of &lt;item power&gt;.
783 </attribute> 1074 </attribute>
784 <attribute arch="damned" editor="damnation" type="bool"> 1075 <attribute arch="damned" editor="damnation" type="bool">
785 A damned piece of equipment cannot be unwielded unless the curse 1076 A damned piece of equipment cannot be unwielded unless the curse
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811 you want the monster to use/wear the item - you must set 1102 you want the monster to use/wear the item - you must set
812 &lt;is applied&gt;. 1103 &lt;is applied&gt;.
813 Enabling this flag doesn't make any sense if the item 1104 Enabling this flag doesn't make any sense if the item
814 is NOT in a monster's inventory. 1105 is NOT in a monster's inventory.
815 </attribute> 1106 </attribute>
816<section name="resistance"> 1107 &player_stat_resist_sections;
817 <attribute arch="resist_physical" editor="resist physical %" length="15" type="int">
818 This adds physical resistance to the item (= armour value). The number is
819 a percent-value in the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps
820 and what they require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
821 </attribute>
822 <attribute arch="resist_magic" editor="resist magic %" length="15" type="int">
823 This adds magic resistance to the item. The number is a percent-value in
824 the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps and what they
825 require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
826 </attribute>
827 <attribute arch="resist_fire" editor="resist fire %" length="15" type="int">
828 This adds fire resistance to the item. The number is a percent-value in
829 the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps and what they
830 require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
831 </attribute>
832 <attribute arch="resist_electricity" editor="resist electricity %" length="15" type="int">
833 This adds electricity resistance to the item. The number is a percent-value in
834 the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps and what they
835 require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
836 </attribute>
837 <attribute arch="resist_cold" editor="resist cold %" length="15" type="int">
838 This adds fire resistance to the item. The number is a percent-value in
839 the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps and what they
840 require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
841 </attribute>
842 <attribute arch="resist_confusion" editor="resist confusion %" length="15" type="int">
843 This adds confusion resistance to the item. The number is a percent-value in
844 the range 0-100. Confusion resistance is not very effective
845 unless the value comes close to 100 (= perfect immunity).
846 </attribute>
847 <attribute arch="resist_acid" editor="resist acid %" length="15" type="int">
848 This adds acid resistance to the item. The number is a percent-value in
849 the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps and what they
850 require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
851 </attribute>
852 <attribute arch="resist_drain" editor="resist draining %" length="15" type="int">
853 This adds draining resistance to the item. The number is a percent-value
854 in the range 0-100. Draining resistance is little effective
855 unless the value is 100 (= perfect immunity).
856 </attribute>
857 <attribute arch="resist_weaponmagic" editor="resist weaponmagic %" length="15" type="int">
858 This adds weaponmagic resistance to the item. The number is a percent-value in
859 the range 0-100. Weaponmagic resistance generally should not exist on
860 equipment at all. Spells/Monsters doing weaponmagic damage (e.g. comet spell)
861 are not meant to be easily resisted.
862 </attribute>
863 <attribute arch="resist_ghosthit" editor="resist ghosthit %" length="15" type="int">
864 This adds ghosthit resistance to the item. The number is a percent-value
865 in the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps and what they
866 require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
867 </attribute>
868 <attribute arch="resist_poison" editor="resist poison %" length="15" type="int">
869 This adds poison resistance to the item. The number is a percent-value in
870 the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps and what they
871 require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
872 </attribute>
873 <attribute arch="resist_slow" editor="resist slow %" length="15" type="int">
874 This adds fear resistance to the item. The number is a percent-value in
875 the range 0-100. Resistance to fear is pretty useless.
876 </attribute>
877 <attribute arch="resist_paralyze" editor="resist paralyze %" length="15" type="int">
878 This adds paralyze resistance to the item. The number is a percent-value in
879 the range 0-100. Paralyze resistance is little effective
880 unless the value is 100 (= perfect immunity).
881 </attribute>
882 <attribute arch="resist_fear" editor="resist fear %" length="15" type="int">
883 This adds fear resistance to the item. The number is a percent-value in
884 the range 0-100. Resistance to fear is pretty useless.
885 </attribute>
886 <attribute arch="resist_deplete" editor="resist depletion %" length="15" type="int">
887 This adds depletion resistance to the item. The number is a percent-value
888 in the range 0-100. Depletion resistance is little effective
889 unless the value is 100 (= perfect immunity).
890 </attribute>
891 <attribute arch="resist_death" editor="resist death-attack %" length="15" type="int">
892 This adds death-attack resistance to the item. The number is a
893 percent-value in the range 0-100. Death-attack resistance is little
894 effective unless the value is 100 (= perfect immunity).
895 Generally, resistance to death-attack is not supposed to be
896 available to players!
897 </attribute>
898 <attribute arch="resist_chaos" editor="resist chaos %" length="15" type="int">
899 This adds chaos resistance to the item. The number is a percent-value in
900 the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps and what they
901 require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
902 Note that chaos is not a stand-alone attacktype. Chaos "contains" a
903 combination of other attacktypes.
904 </attribute>
905 <attribute arch="resist_blind" editor="resist blinding %" length="15" type="int">
906 This adds blinding resistance to the item. The number is a percent-value
907 in the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps and what they
908 require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
909 </attribute>
910 <attribute arch="resist_holyword" editor="resist holy power %" length="15" type="int">
911 This adds holy power resistance to the item. The number is a percent-value
912 in the range 0-100. Holy power is the attacktype that holyword-type spells
913 use to hurt undead creatures. This kind of resistance is only reasonable
914 for undead players (wraith or devourer cult).
915 Generally, resistance to holy word should not be available for players.
916 </attribute>
917</section>
918<section name="stats">
919 <attribute arch="Str" editor="strength" type="int">
920 The player's strentgh will rise/fall by the given value
921 while wearing this piece of equipment.
922 </attribute>
923 <attribute arch="Dex" editor="dexterity" type="int">
924 The player's dexterity will rise/fall by the given value
925 while wearing this piece of equipment.
926 </attribute>
927 <attribute arch="Con" editor="constitution" type="int">
928 The player's constitution will rise/fall by the given value
929 while wearing this piece of equipment.
930 </attribute>
931 <attribute arch="Int" editor="intelligence" type="int">
932 The player's intelligence will rise/fall by the given value
933 while wearing this piece of equipment.
934 </attribute>
935 <attribute arch="Pow" editor="power" type="int">
936 The player's power will rise/fall by the given value
937 while wearing this piece of equipment.
938 </attribute>
939 <attribute arch="Wis" editor="wisdom" type="int">
940 The player's wisdom will rise/fall by the given value while
941 wearing this piece of equipment.
942 </attribute>
943 <attribute arch="Cha" editor="charisma" type="int">
944 The player's charisma will rise/fall by the given value
945 while wearing this piece of equipment.
946 </attribute>
947</section>
948<section name="misc"> 1108<section name="misc">
949 <attribute arch="luck" editor="luck bonus" type="int"> 1109 <attribute arch="luck" editor="luck bonus" type="int">
950 With positive luck bonus, the player is more likely to 1110 With positive luck bonus, the player is more likely to
951 succeed in all sorts of things (spellcasting, praying,...). 1111 succeed in all sorts of things (spellcasting, praying,...).
952 Unless the &lt;luck bonus&gt; is very high, the effect will be 1112 Unless the &lt;luck bonus&gt; is very high, the effect will be
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1040 Battleground is very special: In short, players can die on battleground 1200 Battleground is very special: In short, players can die on battleground
1041 without any death penalties. They don't loose or gain experience 1201 without any death penalties. They don't loose or gain experience
1042 while on battleground. Acid, draining and depletion effects don't 1202 while on battleground. Acid, draining and depletion effects don't
1043 work either. 1203 work either.
1044 When a player dies on battleground, he gets teleported to an exit 1204 When a player dies on battleground, he gets teleported to an exit
1045 location which is defined in the battleground object. ]]> 1205 location which is defined in the battleground object.]]>
1046 </description> 1206 </description>
1047 <use><![CDATA[ 1207 <use><![CDATA[
1048 Battleground is only meant for player vs. player duels. You can 1208 Battleground is only meant for player vs. player duels. You can
1049 design combat arenas similiar to the one in scorn.<br> 1209 design combat arenas similiar to the one in scorn.<br>
1050 What should NEVER be done is placing battleground tiles in 1210 What should NEVER be done is placing battleground tiles in
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1052 It must not be possible to gain significant treasure for fighting 1212 It must not be possible to gain significant treasure for fighting
1053 on battleground, because it bears no risk.<br><br> 1213 on battleground, because it bears no risk.<br><br>
1054 (Battleground will cease to work when the image or name is changed, 1214 (Battleground will cease to work when the image or name is changed,
1055 or when it is placed beneath another floor tile. 1215 or when it is placed beneath another floor tile.
1056 This is not a bug, it is there to prevent any attempts of placing 1216 This is not a bug, it is there to prevent any attempts of placing
1057 "hidden" battleground tiles anywhere.) ]]> 1217 "hidden" battleground tiles anywhere.)]]>
1058 </use> 1218 </use>
1059 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 1219 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
1060 <attribute arch="is_floor" value="1" type="fixed" /> 1220 <attribute arch="is_floor" value="1" type="fixed" />
1061 <attribute arch="hp" editor="destination X" type="int"> 1221 <attribute arch="hp" editor="destination X" type="int">
1062 The exit destinations define the (x, y)-coordinates where players 1222 The exit destinations define the (x, y)-coordinates where players
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1067 get teleported after they died on this battleground. 1227 get teleported after they died on this battleground.
1068 </attribute> 1228 </attribute>
1069</type> 1229</type>
1070 1230
1071<!--####################################################################--> 1231<!--####################################################################-->
1232<type number="165" name="Safe ground">
1233 <ignore>
1234 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
1235 </ignore>
1236 <description><![CDATA[
1237 Safe ground is a special object that prevents any effects that might
1238 be harmful for the map, other players or items on the map.
1239 It blocks all magic and prayers, usage of alchemy, prevents potions
1240 from being used and blocks bombs from exploding. Note that altars that
1241 do cast spells still work.
1242 ]]>
1243 </description>
1244 <use><![CDATA[
1245 Safe ground can be used to prevents any means of burning
1246 or destroying the items in a shop. Put this object below all floor tiles
1247 in your map and your shop will be safe. It's generally useful for making
1248 areas where really no kind of spell should be invoked by a player.
1249 ]]>
1250 </use>
1251 &movement_types_terrain;
1252 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
1253</type>
1254
1255<!--####################################################################-->
1072<type number="8" name="Book"> 1256<type number="8" name="Book">
1073 <description><![CDATA[ 1257 <description><![CDATA[
1074 Applying a book, the containing message is displayed to the player. ]]> 1258 Applying a book, the containing message is displayed to the player.]]>
1075 </description> 1259 </description>
1076 <attribute arch="level" editor="literacy level" type="int"> 1260 <attribute arch="level" editor="literacy level" type="int">
1077 If this value is set to be greater than zero, the player needs a 1261 If this value is set to be greater than zero, the player needs a
1078 certain literacy level to succeed reading the book. The book can be 1262 certain literacy level to succeed reading the book. The book can be
1079 read if: mental_level greater &lt;literacy level&gt; - 5. Adding level to a 1263 read if: mental_level greater &lt;literacy level&gt; - 5. Adding level to a
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1095 </attribute> 1279 </attribute>
1096 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="key string" type="string"> 1280 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="key string" type="string">
1097 This is the key string of the book. The key string is checked by an inventory checker. 1281 This is the key string of the book. The key string is checked by an inventory checker.
1098 (This is used eg. for the gate/port passes in scorn) 1282 (This is used eg. for the gate/port passes in scorn)
1099 </attribute> 1283 </attribute>
1284 <attribute arch="no_skill_ident" editor="no skill ident" type="bool">
1285 If this flag is true the player won't be able to identify this
1286 item with by using a skill.
1287 </attribute>
1288</type>
1289
1290<!--####################################################################-->
1291<type number="110" name="Inscribable">
1292 <description><![CDATA[
1293 Inscribable Item - when inscribed, it becomes another object.]]>
1294 </description>
1295 <attribute arch="startequip" editor="godgiven item" type="bool">
1296 A godgiven item vanishes as soon as the player
1297 drops it to the ground.
1298 </attribute>
1299 <attribute arch="unique" editor="unique item" type="bool">
1300 Unique items exist only one time on a server. If the item
1301 is taken, lost or destroyed - it's gone for good.
1302 </attribute>
1303 <attribute arch="other_arch" editor="book/scroll arch" type="string">
1304 This is the item created after being inscribed - scrolls are treated
1305 like spell scrolls, all else will have it's message replaced.
1306 </attribute>
1100</type> 1307</type>
1101 1308
1102<!--####################################################################--> 1309<!--####################################################################-->
1103<type number="99" name="Boots"> 1310<type number="99" name="Boots">
1104 <import_type name="Amulet" /> 1311 <import_type name="Amulet" />
1105 <description><![CDATA[ 1312 <description><![CDATA[
1106 Wearing boots, the object's stats will directly be inherited to 1313 Wearing boots, the object's stats will directly be inherited to
1107 the player. Usually enhancing his speed, or granting some minor 1314 the player. Usually enhancing his speed, or granting some minor
1108 protection bonus. ]]> 1315 protection bonus.]]>
1109 </description> 1316 </description>
1110 <use><![CDATA[ 1317 <use><![CDATA[
1111 Feel free to create your own special artifacts. However, it is very 1318 Feel free to create your own special artifacts. However, it is very
1112 important that you keep your artifact in balance with existing maps. ]]> 1319 important that you keep your artifact in balance with existing maps.]]>
1113 </use> 1320 </use>
1114 <attribute arch="exp" editor="speed bonus" type="int"> 1321 <attribute arch="exp" editor="speed bonus" type="int">
1115 Boots with &lt;speed bonus&gt; will increase the player's walking speed 1322 Boots with &lt;speed bonus&gt; will increase the player's walking speed
1116 while worn. This kind of bonus is quite desirable for players of low- 1323 while worn. This kind of bonus is quite desirable for players of low-
1117 and medium level. High level players usually have fastest possible 1324 and medium level. High level players usually have fastest possible
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1133<type number="104" name="Bracers"> 1340<type number="104" name="Bracers">
1134 <import_type name="Amulet" /> 1341 <import_type name="Amulet" />
1135 <description><![CDATA[ 1342 <description><![CDATA[
1136 Bracers are armour-plates worn around the wrists. 1343 Bracers are armour-plates worn around the wrists.
1137 Wearing bracer, the object's stats will directly be inherited to 1344 Wearing bracer, the object's stats will directly be inherited to
1138 the player. Usually enhancing his defense. ]]> 1345 the player. Usually enhancing his defense.]]>
1139 </description> 1346 </description>
1140 <use><![CDATA[ 1347 <use><![CDATA[
1141 Feel free to create your own special artifacts. However, it is very 1348 Feel free to create your own special artifacts. However, it is very
1142 important that you keep your artifact in balance with existing maps. ]]> 1349 important that you keep your artifact in balance with existing maps.]]>
1143 </use> 1350 </use>
1144 <attribute arch="magic" editor="magic bonus" type="int"> 1351 <attribute arch="magic" editor="magic bonus" type="int">
1145 &lt;magic bonus&gt; works just like ac, except that it can be improved by 1352 &lt;magic bonus&gt; works just like ac, except that it can be improved by
1146 "scrolls of Enchant Armour" or reduced by acid. It is less useful 1353 "scrolls of Enchant Armour" or reduced by acid. It is less useful
1147 than direct armour-class bonus on the bracers. 1354 than direct armour-class bonus on the bracers.
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1151<!--####################################################################--> 1358<!--####################################################################-->
1152<type number="16" name="Brestplate Armour"> 1359<type number="16" name="Brestplate Armour">
1153 <import_type name="Amulet" /> 1360 <import_type name="Amulet" />
1154 <description><![CDATA[ 1361 <description><![CDATA[
1155 Wearing an armour, the object's stats will directly be inherited to 1362 Wearing an armour, the object's stats will directly be inherited to
1156 the player. Usually enhancing his defense. ]]> 1363 the player. Usually enhancing his defense.]]>
1157 </description> 1364 </description>
1158 <use><![CDATA[ 1365 <use><![CDATA[
1159 Feel free to create your own special artifacts. However, it is very 1366 Feel free to create your own special artifacts. However, it is very
1160 important that you keep your artifact in balance with existing maps. ]]> 1367 important that you keep your artifact in balance with existing maps.]]>
1161 </use> 1368 </use>
1162 <attribute arch="last_heal" editor="spellpoint penalty" type="int"> 1369 <attribute arch="last_heal" editor="spellpoint penalty" type="int">
1163 This poses a penalty to spell regeneration speed, for wearing the armour. 1370 This poses a penalty to spell regeneration speed, for wearing the armour.
1164 The bigger the spellpoint penalty, the worse. 1371 The bigger the spellpoint penalty, the worse.
1165 </attribute> 1372 </attribute>
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1181 </ignore> 1388 </ignore>
1182 <description><![CDATA[ 1389 <description><![CDATA[
1183 When a predefined amount of weigh is placed on a button, the 1390 When a predefined amount of weigh is placed on a button, the
1184 &lt;connection&gt; value is triggered. In most cases this happens when a 1391 &lt;connection&gt; value is triggered. In most cases this happens when a
1185 player or monster steps on it. When the button is "released", the 1392 player or monster steps on it. When the button is "released", the
1186 &lt;connection&gt; value get's triggered a second time. ]]> 1393 &lt;connection&gt; value get's triggered a second time.]]>
1187 </description> 1394 </description>
1188 &move_on; 1395 &move_on;
1189 &move_off; 1396 &move_off;
1190 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 1397 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
1191 <attribute arch="weight" editor="press weight" type="int"> 1398 <attribute arch="weight" editor="press weight" type="int">
1192 The button is pressed (triggered), as soon as 1399 The button is pressed (triggered), as soon as
1193 &lt;press weigh&gt; gram are placed ontop of it. 1400 &lt;press weigh&gt; gram are placed ontop of it.
1194 </attribute> 1401 </attribute>
1195 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 1402 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
1196 Every time the button is pressed or released, all objects 1403 Every time the button is pressed or released, all objects
1197 with the same &lt;connection&gt; value are activated. 1404 with the same &lt;connection&gt; value are activated.
1198 </attribute> 1405 </attribute>
1199 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="description" type="text"> 1406 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="description" type="text">
1200 This text may describe the item. You can use this 1407 This text may describe the item. You can use this
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1209 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" /> 1416 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
1210 </ignore> 1417 </ignore>
1211 <description><![CDATA[ 1418 <description><![CDATA[
1212 Handle buttons are buttons which reset after a short period 1419 Handle buttons are buttons which reset after a short period
1213 of time. Every time it is either applied or reset, the 1420 of time. Every time it is either applied or reset, the
1214 &lt;connection&gt; value is triggered. ]]> 1421 &lt;connection&gt; value is triggered.]]>
1215 </description> 1422 </description>
1216</type> 1423</type>
1217 1424
1218<!--####################################################################--> 1425<!--####################################################################-->
1219<type number="37" name="Class Changer"> 1426<type number="37" name="Class Changer">
1220 <ignore> 1427 <ignore>
1221 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" /> 1428 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
1222 </ignore> 1429 </ignore>
1223 <description><![CDATA[ 1430 <description><![CDATA[
1224 Class changer are used while creating a character. ]]> 1431 Class changer are used while creating a character.]]>
1225 </description> 1432 </description>
1226 <attribute arch="randomitems" editor="class items" type="treasurelist"> 1433 <attribute arch="randomitems" editor="class items" type="treasurelist">
1227 This entry determines which initial items the character receives. 1434 This entry determines which initial items the character receives.
1228 </attribute> 1435 </attribute>
1229<section name="stats"> 1436<section name="stats">
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1262<type number="87" name="Cloak"> 1469<type number="87" name="Cloak">
1263 <import_type name="Amulet" /> 1470 <import_type name="Amulet" />
1264 <description><![CDATA[ 1471 <description><![CDATA[
1265 Wearing a cloak, the object's stats will directly be inherited to 1472 Wearing a cloak, the object's stats will directly be inherited to
1266 the player. Cloaks usually add minor &lt;armour class&gt; and 1473 the player. Cloaks usually add minor &lt;armour class&gt; and
1267 sometimes a bit of resistance. ]]> 1474 sometimes a bit of resistance.]]>
1268 </description> 1475 </description>
1269 <use><![CDATA[ 1476 <use><![CDATA[
1270 Feel free to create your own special artifacts. However, it is very 1477 Feel free to create your own special artifacts. However, it is very
1271 important that you keep your artifact in balance with existing maps. ]]> 1478 important that you keep your artifact in balance with existing maps.]]>
1272 </use> 1479 </use>
1273 <attribute arch="magic" editor="magic bonus" type="int"> 1480 <attribute arch="magic" editor="magic bonus" type="int">
1274 &lt;magic bonus&gt; works just like ac, except that it can be improved by 1481 &lt;magic bonus&gt; works just like ac, except that it can be improved by
1275 "scrolls of Enchant Armour" or reduced by acid. It is less useful 1482 "scrolls of Enchant Armour" or reduced by acid. It is less useful
1276 than direct armour-class bonus on the cloak. 1483 than direct armour-class bonus on the cloak.
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1281</type> 1488</type>
1282 1489
1283<!--####################################################################--> 1490<!--####################################################################-->
1284<type number="9" name="Clock"> 1491<type number="9" name="Clock">
1285 <description><![CDATA[ 1492 <description><![CDATA[
1286 Applying a clock, the time is displayed to the player. ]]> 1493 Applying a clock, the time is displayed to the player.]]>
1287 </description> 1494 </description>
1288 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="description" type="text"> 1495 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="description" type="text">
1289 This text may describe the item 1496 This text may describe the item
1290 </attribute> 1497 </attribute>
1291</type> 1498</type>
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1296 A player can put (certain kinds of) items in the container. 1503 A player can put (certain kinds of) items in the container.
1297 The overall weight of items is reduced when put inside a 1504 The overall weight of items is reduced when put inside a
1298 container, depending on the settings. 1505 container, depending on the settings.
1299 <br><br> 1506 <br><br>
1300 A special feature of containers is the "cauldron", 1507 A special feature of containers is the "cauldron",
1301 capable of mixing alchemical receipes. ]]> 1508 capable of mixing alchemical receipes.]]>
1302 </description> 1509 </description>
1303 <use><![CDATA[ 1510 <use><![CDATA[
1304 Note on chests - There are two types of chests: 1511 Note on chests - There are two types of chests:
1305 <UL> 1512 <UL>
1306 <LI> First the random treasure chests - Those are NOT containers 1513 <LI> First the random treasure chests - Those are NOT containers
1307 (but object type Treasure), they create random treasures when 1514 (but object type Treasure), they create random treasures when
1308 applied. Archetype name is "chest". 1515 applied. Archetype name is "chest".
1309 <LI> Second there are the permanent chests - Those are containers, 1516 <LI> Second there are the permanent chests - Those are containers,
1310 they can be opened and closed again. Archetype name is "chest_2". 1517 they can be opened and closed again. Archetype name is "chest_2".
1311 </UL> ]]> 1518 </UL>]]>
1312 </use> 1519 </use>
1313 <attribute arch="race" editor="container class" type="string"> 1520 <attribute arch="race" editor="container class" type="string">
1314 If set, the container will hold only certain types of objects. 1521 If set, the container will hold only certain types of objects.
1315 Possible choices for &lt;container class&gt; are: "gold and jewels", 1522 Possible choices for &lt;container class&gt; are: "gold and jewels",
1316 "arrows" and "keys". 1523 "arrows" and "keys".
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1371 <attribute arch="title" /> 1578 <attribute arch="title" />
1372 </ignore> 1579 </ignore>
1373 <description><![CDATA[ 1580 <description><![CDATA[
1374 Converters are like "exchange tables". When the player drops a 1581 Converters are like "exchange tables". When the player drops a
1375 specific type of items, they get converted into other items, at a 1582 specific type of items, they get converted into other items, at a
1376 predefined exchange-ratio. ]]> 1583 predefined exchange-ratio.]]>
1377 </description> 1584 </description>
1378 <use><![CDATA[ 1585 <use><![CDATA[
1379 Converters are better than shopping with doormats, because the 1586 Converters are better than shopping with doormats, because the
1380 converters never get sold out. For some items like food or jewels 1587 converters never get sold out. For some items like food or jewels
1381 those "exchange tables" are really nice, while for the more important 1588 those "exchange tables" are really nice, while for the more important
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1383 <br><br> 1590 <br><br>
1384 VERY IMPORTANT: Be careful with the exchange-ratio! When you drop 1591 VERY IMPORTANT: Be careful with the exchange-ratio! When you drop
1385 items on a converter, the stuff you get must be of equal or lesser 1592 items on a converter, the stuff you get must be of equal or lesser
1386 value than before! (Except if you are using "rare" items like 1593 value than before! (Except if you are using "rare" items like
1387 dragonscales for payment). The code will not check if your ratio is 1594 dragonscales for payment). The code will not check if your ratio is
1388 sane, so the player could gain infinite wealth by using your converter. ]]> 1595 sane, so the player could gain infinite wealth by using your converter.]]>
1389 </use> 1596 </use>
1390 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 1597 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
1391 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="cost arch" type="string"> 1598 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="cost arch" type="string">
1392 &lt;cost arch&gt; is the name of the archetype the player has to 1599 &lt;cost arch&gt; is the name of the archetype the player has to
1393 put on the converter, as payment. 1600 put on the converter, as payment.
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1409 of &lt;receive arch&gt;. 1616 of &lt;receive arch&gt;.
1410 </attribute> 1617 </attribute>
1411 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="description" type="text"> 1618 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="description" type="text">
1412 This text may contain a description of the converter. 1619 This text may contain a description of the converter.
1413 </attribute> 1620 </attribute>
1621 <attribute arch="precious" editor="output unpaid" type="bool">
1622 If the converter has this flag set the generated items will
1623 be flagged as unpaid. Useful if you want to make a converter in a shop.
1624 (For instance for 'dragon scale' to 'dragon shield' converters in some
1625 armour shops.)
1626 </attribute>
1414</type> 1627</type>
1415 1628
1416<!--####################################################################--> 1629<!--####################################################################-->
1417<type number="42" name="Creator"> 1630<type number="42" name="Creator">
1418 <ignore> 1631 <ignore>
1419 <ignore_list name="system_object" /> 1632 <ignore_list name="system_object" />
1420 </ignore> 1633 </ignore>
1421 <description><![CDATA[ 1634 <description><![CDATA[
1422 A creator is an object which creates another object when it 1635 A creator is an object which creates another object when it
1423 is triggered. The child object can be anything. Creators are 1636 is triggered. The child object can be anything. Creators are
1424 VERY useful for all kinds of map-mechanisms. ]]> 1637 VERY useful for all kinds of map-mechanisms. They can even
1638 periodically create things.]]>
1425 </description> 1639 </description>
1426 <use><![CDATA[ 1640 <use><![CDATA[
1427 Don't hesitate to hide your creators under the floor. 1641 Don't hesitate to hide your creators under the floor.
1428 The created items will still always appear ontop of the floor. ]]> 1642 The created items will still always appear ontop of the floor.]]>
1429 </use> 1643 </use>
1430 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 1644 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
1431 <attribute arch="other_arch" editor="create arch" type="string"> 1645 <attribute arch="other_arch" editor="create arch" type="string">
1432 This string defines the object that will be created. 1646 This string defines the object that will be created.
1433 You can choose any of the existing arches. 1647 You can choose any of the existing arches.
1434 This field is ignored if the creator has items in inventory. In this case 1648 This field is ignored if the creator has items in inventory. In this case
1435 one of the inventory items is duplicated. The duplicated item is randomly 1649 one of the inventory items is duplicated. The duplicated item is randomly
1436 chosen from all items present. 1650 chosen from all items present.
1437 </attribute> 1651 </attribute>
1438 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 1652 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
1439 Whenever the connection value is activated, 1653 Whenever the connection value is activated,
1440 the creator gets triggered. 1654 the creator gets triggered.
1441 </attribute> 1655 </attribute>
1656 &activate_on;
1442 <attribute arch="lifesave" editor="infinit uses" type="bool"> 1657 <attribute arch="lifesave" editor="infinit uses" type="bool">
1443 If &lt;infinit uses&gt; is set, the creator will work 1658 If &lt;infinit uses&gt; is set, the creator will work
1444 infinitely, regardless of the value in &lt;number of uses&gt;. 1659 infinitely, regardless of the value in &lt;number of uses&gt;.
1660 </attribute>
1661 <attribute arch="speed" editor="speed" type="float">
1662 When this field is set the creator will periodically create stuff
1663 (and will still do so when the connection is triggered).
1664 A value of 1 means roughly 8 times a second.
1445 </attribute> 1665 </attribute>
1446 <attribute arch="hp" editor="number of uses" type="int"> 1666 <attribute arch="hp" editor="number of uses" type="int">
1447 The creator can be triggered &lt;number of uses&gt; times, thus 1667 The creator can be triggered &lt;number of uses&gt; times, thus
1448 creating that many objects, before it dissappears. 1668 creating that many objects, before it dissappears.
1449 Default is &lt;number of uses&gt; 1 (-&gt; one-time usage). 1669 Default is &lt;number of uses&gt; 1 (-&gt; one-time usage).
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1469 finds a specific object, it toggles its connected value. 1689 finds a specific object, it toggles its connected value.
1470 <br><br> 1690 <br><br>
1471 What is "unique" about them, compared to inv. checkers/ pedestals? 1691 What is "unique" about them, compared to inv. checkers/ pedestals?
1472 - First, detectors check their square for a match periodically, not 1692 - First, detectors check their square for a match periodically, not
1473 instantly. Second, detectors check directly for object names. Third, 1693 instantly. Second, detectors check directly for object names. Third,
1474 detectors do not check the inventory of players/monsters. ]]> 1694 detectors do not check the inventory of players/monsters.]]>
1475 </description> 1695 </description>
1476 <use><![CDATA[ 1696 <use><![CDATA[
1477 There is one major speciality about detectors: You can detect spells 1697 There is one major speciality about detectors: You can detect spells
1478 blown over a detector! To detect a lighting bolt for example, set 1698 blown over a detector! To detect a lighting bolt for example, set
1479 "slaying ligthing" and "speed 1.0". In combination with spellcasting 1699 "slaying ligthing" and "speed 1.0". In combination with spellcasting
1480 walls, this can be very useful for map-mechanisms. ]]> 1700 walls, this can be very useful for map-mechanisms.]]>
1481 </use> 1701 </use>
1482 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 1702 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
1483 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="match name" type="string"> 1703 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="match name" type="string">
1484 &lt;match name&gt; specifies the name of the object we are looking for. 1704 &lt;match name&gt; specifies the name of the object we are looking for.
1485 Actually it does also check for the &lt;key string&gt; in key-objects, 1705 Actually it does also check for the &lt;key string&gt; in key-objects,
1486 but for this case inventory checkers are often more powerful to use. 1706 but for this case inventory checkers are often more powerful to use.
1487 </attribute> 1707 </attribute>
1488 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 1708 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
1489 When the detector is triggered, all objects with the same 1709 When the detector is triggered, all objects with the same
1490 connection value get activated. 1710 connection value get activated.
1491 </attribute> 1711 </attribute>
1492 <attribute arch="speed" editor="detection speed" type="float"> 1712 <attribute arch="speed" editor="detection speed" type="float">
1493 This value defines the time between two detector-checks. 1713 This value defines the time between two detector-checks.
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1501 by 1. 1721 by 1.
1502 </attribute> 1722 </attribute>
1503</type> 1723</type>
1504 1724
1505<!--####################################################################--> 1725<!--####################################################################-->
1726<type number="164" name="Map Script">
1727 <ignore>
1728 <ignore_list name="system_object" />
1729 </ignore>
1730 <description><![CDATA[
1731 The map script object is a very special object that can react to connected
1732 events and executes a perl script.
1733 ]]>
1734 </description>
1735 <use><![CDATA[
1736 The perl script gets passed an $activator object and can use the set/get/find/timer functions
1737 to react to/trigger other objects.
1738 ]]>
1739 </use>
1740 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
1741 When the map script object is triggered, it will execute
1742 the perl script with the triggering object as $activator.
1743 </attribute>
1744 &activate_on;
1745 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="script" type="text">
1746 This perl script will be executed each time the objetc is triggered.
1747 </attribute>
1748</type>
1749
1750<!--####################################################################-->
1506<type number="112" name="Director"> 1751<type number="112" name="Director">
1507 <ignore> 1752 <ignore>
1508 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" /> 1753 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
1509 </ignore> 1754 </ignore>
1510 <description><![CDATA[ 1755 <description><![CDATA[
1511 Directors change the direction of spell objects and other projectiles 1756 Directors change the direction of spell objects and other projectiles
1512 that fly past. Unlike spinners, directors always move objects in the 1757 that fly past. Unlike spinners, directors always move objects in the
1513 same direction. It does not make a difference from what angle you 1758 same direction. It does not make a difference from what angle you
1514 shoot into it.<br> 1759 shoot into it.<br>
1515 Directors are visible per default. ]]> 1760 Directors are visible per default.]]>
1516 </description> 1761 </description>
1517 <use><![CDATA[ 1762 <use><![CDATA[
1518 Directors are rarely used in maps. Sometimes they are placed to 1763 Directors are rarely used in maps. Sometimes they are placed to
1519 change the direction of spells coming out of magic walls, 1764 change the direction of spells coming out of magic walls,
1520 "channeling" spell-projectiles in some direction. When doing this, 1765 "channeling" spell-projectiles in some direction. When doing this,
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1522 into them!</B> The spell-projectiles bouncing between the directors 1767 into them!</B> The spell-projectiles bouncing between the directors
1523 would accumulate to huge numbers and at some point slow down the 1768 would accumulate to huge numbers and at some point slow down the
1524 server by eating memory- and CPU-time. 1769 server by eating memory- and CPU-time.
1525 <br><br> 1770 <br><br>
1526 You'd better not place directors in monster vs. player combat 1771 You'd better not place directors in monster vs. player combat
1527 areas too much, because that freaks out wizard-type players. ]]> 1772 areas too much, because that freaks out wizard-type players.]]>
1528 </use> 1773 </use>
1529 <attribute arch="sp" editor="direction" type="list_direction"> 1774 <attribute arch="sp" editor="direction" type="list_direction">
1530 Projectiles will leave the director flying in the selected &lt;direction&gt;. 1775 Projectiles will leave the director flying in the selected &lt;direction&gt;.
1531 A director with direction &lt;none&gt; simply stops projectiles. 1776 A director with direction &lt;none&gt; simply stops projectiles.
1532 (The latter works out a bit strange for some spells). 1777 (The latter works out a bit strange for some spells).
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1538<type number="158" name="Disease"> 1783<type number="158" name="Disease">
1539 <ignore> 1784 <ignore>
1540 <ignore_list name="system_object" /> 1785 <ignore_list name="system_object" />
1541 </ignore> 1786 </ignore>
1542 <description><![CDATA[ 1787 <description><![CDATA[
1543 Diseases are an intersting form of spellcraft in Crossfire. 1788 Diseases are an intersting form of spellcraft in Deliantra.
1544 Once casted, they can spread out and infect creatures in a large 1789 Once casted, they can spread out and infect creatures in a large
1545 area. Being infected can have various effects, from amusing farts 1790 area. Being infected can have various effects, from amusing farts
1546 to horrible damage - almost everything is possible. ]]> 1791 to horrible damage - almost everything is possible.]]>
1547 </description> 1792 </description>
1548 <use><![CDATA[ 1793 <use><![CDATA[
1549 Diseases are extremely flexible and usable in a many ways. 1794 Diseases are extremely flexible and usable in a many ways.
1550 So far they are mostly used for causing bad, unwanted effects. 1795 So far they are mostly used for causing bad, unwanted effects.
1551 You could just as well create a disease which helps the player 1796 You could just as well create a disease which helps the player
1552 (recharging mana for example). 1797 (recharging mana for example).
1553 Infection with a "positive disease" could even be a quest reward. ]]> 1798 Infection with a "positive disease" could even be a quest reward.]]>
1554 </use> 1799 </use>
1555 <attribute arch="invisible" value="1" type="fixed" /> 1800 <attribute arch="invisible" value="1" type="fixed" />
1556 <attribute arch="level" editor="plaque level" type="int"> 1801 <attribute arch="level" editor="plaque level" type="int">
1557 The &lt;plaque level&gt; is proportional to the disease's deadliness. 1802 The &lt;plaque level&gt; is proportional to the disease's deadliness.
1558 This mainly reflects in the &lt;damage&gt;. It has no effect on 1803 This mainly reflects in the &lt;damage&gt;. It has no effect on
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1703 </ignore> 1948 </ignore>
1704 <description><![CDATA[ 1949 <description><![CDATA[
1705 A door can be opened with a normal key. It also can be broken by attacking 1950 A door can be opened with a normal key. It also can be broken by attacking
1706 it, and it can be defeated with the lockpicking skill. If a door is 1951 it, and it can be defeated with the lockpicking skill. If a door is
1707 defeated, horizontally and vertically adjacent doors are automatically 1952 defeated, horizontally and vertically adjacent doors are automatically
1708 removed. ]]> 1953 removed.]]>
1709 </description> 1954 </description>
1710 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 1955 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
1711 <attribute arch="alive" value="1" type="fixed" /> 1956 <attribute arch="alive" value="1" type="fixed" />
1712 &movement_types_terrain; 1957 &movement_types_terrain;
1713 <attribute arch="hp" editor="hitpoints" type="int"> 1958 <attribute arch="hp" editor="hitpoints" type="int">
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1723 defeated. 1968 defeated.
1724 </attribute> 1969 </attribute>
1725 <attribute arch="randomitems" editor="treasurelist" type="treasurelist"> 1970 <attribute arch="randomitems" editor="treasurelist" type="treasurelist">
1726 This entry determines what kind of traps will appear in the door. 1971 This entry determines what kind of traps will appear in the door.
1727 </attribute> 1972 </attribute>
1973 <attribute arch="treasure_env" editor="treasure in env" type="bool">
1974 Set this flag to move treasure items created into the environment (map)
1975 instead of putting them into the object.
1976 </attribute>
1728</type> 1977</type>
1729 1978
1730<!--####################################################################--> 1979<!--####################################################################-->
1731<type number="83" name="Duplicator"> 1980<type number="83" name="Duplicator">
1732 <ignore> 1981 <ignore>
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1736 When activated, a duplicator can duplicate, multiply or destroy a pile of 1985 When activated, a duplicator can duplicate, multiply or destroy a pile of
1737 objects which lies somewhere on top of the duplicator. 1986 objects which lies somewhere on top of the duplicator.
1738 The duplicator has one arch name specified as &lt;target arch&gt;, 1987 The duplicator has one arch name specified as &lt;target arch&gt;,
1739 and only objects of this archetype can be affected.<br> 1988 and only objects of this archetype can be affected.<br>
1740 It will multiply the number of items in the pile, by the &lt;multiply factor&gt;. 1989 It will multiply the number of items in the pile, by the &lt;multiply factor&gt;.
1741 If the latter is set to zero, it will destroy objects. ]]> 1990 If the latter is set to zero, it will destroy objects.]]>
1742 </description> 1991 </description>
1743 <use><![CDATA[ 1992 <use><![CDATA[
1744 I hope it is clear that one must be very cautious when inserting a duplicator 1993 I hope it is clear that one must be very cautious when inserting a duplicator
1745 anywhere with &lt;multiply factor&gt; greater than one. 1994 anywhere with &lt;multiply factor&gt; greater than one.
1746 It is designed to be used for betting mechanisms only (bet -&gt; win/loose). 1995 It is designed to be used for betting mechanisms only (bet -&gt; win/loose).
1747 It is <b>not acceptable</b> to allow duplication of anything other than 1996 It is <b>not acceptable</b> to allow duplication of anything other than
1748 coins, gold and jewels. Besides, it is very important that the chance to 1997 coins, gold and jewels. Besides, it is very important that the chance to
1749 loose the input matches the chance to earn winnings.<br> 1998 loose the input matches the chance to earn winnings.<br>
1750 A duplicator with &lt;multiply factor&gt; 3 for example should have a 1999 A duplicator with &lt;multiply factor&gt; 3 for example should have a
1751 loosing rate of 2/3 = 67%. ]]> 2000 loosing rate of 2/3 = 67%.]]>
1752 </use> 2001 </use>
1753 <attribute arch="other_arch" editor="target arch" type="string"> 2002 <attribute arch="other_arch" editor="target arch" type="string">
1754 Only objects of matching archtype, lying ontop of the dublicator will be 2003 Only objects of matching archtype, lying ontop of the duplicator will be
1755 dublicated, multiplied or removed. All other objects will be ignored. 2004 duplicated, multiplied or removed. All other objects will be ignored.
1756 </attribute> 2005 </attribute>
1757 <attribute arch="level" editor="multiply factor" type="int"> 2006 <attribute arch="level" editor="multiply factor" type="int">
1758 The number of items in the target pile will be multiplied by the 2007 The number of items in the target pile will be multiplied by the
1759 &lt;multiply factor&gt;. If it is set to zero, all target objects 2008 &lt;multiply factor&gt;. If it is set to zero, all target objects
1760 will be destroyed. 2009 will be destroyed.
1761 </attribute> 2010 </attribute>
1762 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 2011 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
1763 An activator (lever, altar, button, etc) with matching connection value 2012 An activator (lever, altar, button, etc) with matching connection value
1764 is able to trigger this duplicator. Be very careful that players cannot 2013 is able to trigger this duplicator. Be very careful that players cannot
1765 abuse it to create endless amounts of money or other valuable stuff! 2014 abuse it to create endless amounts of money or other valuable stuff!
1766 </attribute> 2015 </attribute>
2016 &activate_on;
1767</type> 2017</type>
1768 2018
1769<!--####################################################################--> 2019<!--####################################################################-->
1770<type number="66" name="Exit"> 2020<type number="66" name="Exit">
1771 <ignore> 2021 <ignore>
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1773 </ignore> 2023 </ignore>
1774 <description><![CDATA[ 2024 <description><![CDATA[
1775 When the player applies an exit, he is transferred to a different location. 2025 When the player applies an exit, he is transferred to a different location.
1776 (Monsters cannot use exits.) Depending on how it is set, the player applies 2026 (Monsters cannot use exits.) Depending on how it is set, the player applies
1777 the exit just by walking into it, or by pressing &lt;a&gt;pply when standing on 2027 the exit just by walking into it, or by pressing &lt;a&gt;pply when standing on
1778 the exit. ]]> 2028 the exit. ]]>
1779 </description> 2029 </description>
1780 <use><![CDATA[ 2030 <use><![CDATA[
1781 If you want to have an invisible exit, set &lt;invisible&gt; (, of course 2031 If you want to have an invisible exit, set &lt;invisible&gt; (, of course
1782 &lt;apply by walking&gt;), and put it *under* the floor. Otherwise it could be 2032 &lt;apply by walking&gt;), and put it *under* the floor. Otherwise it could be
1783 detected with the show_invisible spell. 2033 detected with the show_invisible spell.
1784 <br><br> 2034 <br><br>
1785 You can be quite creative with the outlook of secret exits (their "face"). 2035 You can be quite creative with the outlook of secret exits (their "face").
1786 Don't forget to give the player relyable hints about them though. ]]> 2036 Don't forget to give the player relyable hints about them though.]]>
1787 </use> 2037 </use>
1788 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="exit path" type="string"> 2038 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="exit path" type="string">
1789 The exit path defines the map that the player is transferred to. 2039 The exit path defines the map that the player is transferred to.
1790 You can enter an absolute path, beginning with '/' (for example 2040 You can enter an absolute path, beginning with '/' (for example
1791 "/peterm/FireTemple/fire1"). It can also be a relative path, not beginning 2041 "/peterm/FireTemple/fire1"). It can also be a relative path, not beginning
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1818 If set, this message will be displayed to the player when he applies the exit. 2068 If set, this message will be displayed to the player when he applies the exit.
1819 This is quite useful to throw in some "role-play feeling": "As you enter the 2069 This is quite useful to throw in some "role-play feeling": "As you enter the
1820 dark cave you hear the sound of rustling dragonscales...". Well, my english 2070 dark cave you hear the sound of rustling dragonscales...". Well, my english
1821 is poor, but you get the point. =) 2071 is poor, but you get the point. =)
1822 </attribute> 2072 </attribute>
1823 <attribute arch="unique" editor="unique destination" type="bool"> 2073 <attribute arch="damned" editor="set savebed" type="bool">
1824 This flag defines the destined map as "personal unique map". If set, 2074 If set, then players using this exit will have their savebed position
1825 there will be a seperate version of that map for every player out there. 2075 set to the destination of the exit when passing through.
1826 This feature is used for the permanent apartments
1827 (in Scorn/Nuernberg/Caterham...). It should not be used for anything else
1828 than apartments, since Crossfire is a *multi*player game. In such a permanent
1829 apartment don't forget to set the unique-flag for all floor tiles too
1830 (see floors).
1831 An exit pointing outside of a personal unique map must have the
1832 "unique destination"-flag unset.
1833 </attribute> 2076 </attribute>
1834</type> 2077</type>
1835 2078
1836<!--####################################################################--> 2079<!--####################################################################-->
1837<type number="72" name="Flesh"> 2080<type number="72" name="Flesh">
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1840 little health by eating flesh-objects. <br> 2083 little health by eating flesh-objects. <br>
1841 For dragon players, flesh plays a very special role though: If the 2084 For dragon players, flesh plays a very special role though: If the
1842 flesh has resistances set, a dragon player has a chance to gain resistance in 2085 flesh has resistances set, a dragon player has a chance to gain resistance in
1843 those categories. The only constraint to this process is the &lt;flesh level&gt;. 2086 those categories. The only constraint to this process is the &lt;flesh level&gt;.
1844 Don't forget that flesh items with resistances have to be balanced 2087 Don't forget that flesh items with resistances have to be balanced
1845 according to map/monster difficulty. ]]> 2088 according to map/monster difficulty.]]>
1846 </description> 2089 </description>
1847 <use><![CDATA[ 2090 <use><![CDATA[
1848 For dragon players, flesh items can be highly valuable. Note that many 2091 For dragon players, flesh items can be highly valuable. Note that many
1849 standard monsters carry flesh items from their &lt;treasurelist&gt;. 2092 standard monsters carry flesh items from their &lt;treasurelist&gt;.
1850 These flesh items "inherit" resistances and level from the monster they belong to. 2093 These flesh items "inherit" resistances and level from the monster they belong to.
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1852 not the case - so you have to set it manually. 2095 not the case - so you have to set it manually.
1853 <br><br> 2096 <br><br>
1854 Generally adding special flesh-treaties for dragon players is a great thing 2097 Generally adding special flesh-treaties for dragon players is a great thing
1855 to do. Always consider that dragon players might really not be interested 2098 to do. Always consider that dragon players might really not be interested
1856 in that special piece of weapon or armour, so don't let the dragon-fellows miss 2099 in that special piece of weapon or armour, so don't let the dragon-fellows miss
1857 out on the reward completely. ]]> 2100 out on the reward completely.]]>
1858 </use> 2101 </use>
1859 <attribute arch="food" editor="foodpoints" type="int"> 2102 <attribute arch="food" editor="foodpoints" type="int">
1860 The player's stomache will get filled with this amount of foodpoints. 2103 The player's stomache will get filled with this amount of foodpoints.
1861 The player's health will increase by &lt;foodpoints&gt;/50 hp. 2104 The player's health will increase by &lt;foodpoints&gt;/50 hp.
1862 </attribute> 2105 </attribute>
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1869 </attribute> 2112 </attribute>
1870 <attribute arch="startequip" editor="godgiven item" type="bool"> 2113 <attribute arch="startequip" editor="godgiven item" type="bool">
1871 A godgiven item vanishes as soon as the player 2114 A godgiven item vanishes as soon as the player
1872 drops it to the ground. 2115 drops it to the ground.
1873 </attribute> 2116 </attribute>
1874<section name="resistance"> 2117 &resistances_flesh_section;
1875 <attribute arch="resist_physical" editor="resist physical %" length="15" type="int">
1876 Resistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
1877 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
1878 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
1879 items in a monster's inventory.
1880 </attribute>
1881 <attribute arch="resist_magic" editor="resist magic %" length="15" type="int">
1882 Resistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
1883 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
1884 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
1885 items in a monster's inventory.
1886 </attribute>
1887 <attribute arch="resist_fire" editor="resist fire %" length="15" type="int">
1888 Resistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
1889 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
1890 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
1891 items in a monster's inventory.
1892 </attribute>
1893 <attribute arch="resist_electricity" editor="resist electricity %" length="15" type="int">
1894 Resistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
1895 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
1896 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
1897 items in a monster's inventory.
1898 </attribute>
1899 <attribute arch="resist_cold" editor="resist cold %" length="15" type="int">
1900 Resistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
1901 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
1902 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
1903 items in a monster's inventory.
1904 </attribute>
1905 <attribute arch="resist_confusion" editor="resist confusion %" length="15" type="int">
1906 Resistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
1907 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
1908 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
1909 items in a monster's inventory.
1910 </attribute>
1911 <attribute arch="resist_acid" editor="resist acid %" length="15" type="int">
1912 Resistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
1913 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
1914 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
1915 items in a monster's inventory.
1916 </attribute>
1917 <attribute arch="resist_drain" editor="resist draining %" length="15" type="int">
1918 Resistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
1919 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
1920 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
1921 items in a monster's inventory.
1922 </attribute>
1923 <attribute arch="resist_weaponmagic" editor="resist weaponmagic %" length="15" type="int">
1924 Resistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
1925 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
1926 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
1927 items in a monster's inventory.
1928 </attribute>
1929 <attribute arch="resist_ghosthit" editor="resist ghosthit %" length="15" type="int">
1930 Resistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
1931 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
1932 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
1933 items in a monster's inventory.
1934 </attribute>
1935 <attribute arch="resist_poison" editor="resist poison %" length="15" type="int">
1936 Resistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
1937 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
1938 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
1939 items in a monster's inventory.
1940 </attribute>
1941 <attribute arch="resist_slow" editor="resist slow %" length="15" type="int">
1942 Resistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
1943 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
1944 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
1945 items in a monster's inventory.
1946 </attribute>
1947 <attribute arch="resist_paralyze" editor="resist paralyze %" length="15" type="int">
1948 Resistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
1949 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
1950 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
1951 items in a monster's inventory.
1952 </attribute>
1953 <attribute arch="resist_fear" editor="resist fear %" length="15" type="int">
1954 Resistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
1955 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
1956 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
1957 items in a monster's inventory.
1958 </attribute>
1959 <attribute arch="resist_deplete" editor="resist depletion %" length="15" type="int">
1960 Resistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
1961 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
1962 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
1963 items in a monster's inventory.
1964 </attribute>
1965 <attribute arch="resist_death" editor="resist death-attack %" length="15" type="int">
1966 RResistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
1967 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
1968 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
1969 items in a monster's inventory.
1970 </attribute>
1971 <attribute arch="resist_chaos" editor="resist chaos %" length="15" type="int">
1972 Resistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
1973 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
1974 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
1975 items in a monster's inventory.
1976 </attribute>
1977 <attribute arch="resist_blind" editor="resist blinding %" length="15" type="int">
1978 Resistances on flesh items make them more durable against spellcraft
1979 of the appropriate kind. It also allows dragon players to eventually gain
1980 resistance by eating it. Usually resistance should only be set for flesh
1981 items in a monster's inventory.
1982 </attribute>
1983</section>
1984 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="description" type="text"> 2118 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="description" type="text">
1985 This text may describe the item. 2119 This text may describe the item.
1986 </attribute> 2120 </attribute>
1987</type> 2121</type>
1988 2122
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1995 <ignore> 2129 <ignore>
1996 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" /> 2130 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
1997 </ignore> 2131 </ignore>
1998 <description><![CDATA[ 2132 <description><![CDATA[
1999 Floor is a very basic thing whithout too much 2133 Floor is a very basic thing whithout too much
2000 functionality. It's a floor - you stand on it. ]]> 2134 functionality. It's a floor - you stand on it.]]>
2001 </description> 2135 </description>
2002 <attribute arch="is_floor" value="1" type="fixed" /> 2136 <attribute arch="is_floor" value="1" type="fixed" />
2003 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 2137 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
2004<section name="terrain"> 2138<section name="terrain">
2005 &movement_types_terrain; 2139 &movement_types_terrain;
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2020 If enabled, it is impossible for players to use prayers 2154 If enabled, it is impossible for players to use prayers
2021 on that spot. It also prevents players from saving. 2155 on that spot. It also prevents players from saving.
2022 </attribute> 2156 </attribute>
2023 <attribute arch="unique" editor="unique map" type="bool"> 2157 <attribute arch="unique" editor="unique map" type="bool">
2024 Unique floor means that any items dropped on that spot 2158 Unique floor means that any items dropped on that spot
2025 will be saved byond map reset. For permanent apartments, 2159 will be saved beyond map reset. For permanent apartments,
2026 all floor tiles must be set &lt;unique map&gt;. 2160 all floor tiles must be set &lt;unique map&gt;.
2027 </attribute> 2161 </attribute>
2028 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="description" type="text"> 2162 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="description" type="text">
2029 This text may describe the object. 2163 This text may describe the object.
2030 </attribute> 2164 </attribute>
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2039 Encounter-Floor is pretty much the same as normal floor. 2173 Encounter-Floor is pretty much the same as normal floor.
2040 Most outdoor floor/ground-arches are set to be "encounters". 2174 Most outdoor floor/ground-arches are set to be "encounters".
2041 That is kind of a relict from former code: When walking over 2175 That is kind of a relict from former code: When walking over
2042 encounter-floor, players sometimes got beamed to little maps 2176 encounter-floor, players sometimes got beamed to little maps
2043 with monsters on them. Nowadays this feature is disabled - 2177 with monsters on them. Nowadays this feature is disabled -
2044 Hence encounter floor is not different from normal floor. ]]> 2178 Hence encounter floor is not different from normal floor.]]>
2045 </description> 2179 </description>
2046 <attribute arch="is_floor" value="1" type="fixed" /> 2180 <attribute arch="is_floor" value="1" type="fixed" />
2047 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 2181 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
2048<section name="terrain"> 2182<section name="terrain">
2049 &movement_types_terrain; 2183 &movement_types_terrain;
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2064 If enabled, it is impossible for players to use prayers 2198 If enabled, it is impossible for players to use prayers
2065 on that spot. It also prevents players from saving. 2199 on that spot. It also prevents players from saving.
2066 </attribute> 2200 </attribute>
2067 <attribute arch="unique" editor="unique map" type="bool"> 2201 <attribute arch="unique" editor="unique map" type="bool">
2068 Unique floor means that any items dropped on that spot 2202 Unique floor means that any items dropped on that spot
2069 will be saved byond map reset. For permanent apartments, 2203 will be saved beyond map reset. For permanent apartments,
2070 all floor tiles must be set &lt;unique map&gt;. 2204 all floor tiles must be set &lt;unique map&gt;.
2071 </attribute> 2205 </attribute>
2072 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="description" type="text"> 2206 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="description" type="text">
2073 This text may describe the object. 2207 This text may describe the object.
2074 </attribute> 2208 </attribute>
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2076 2210
2077<!--####################################################################--> 2211<!--####################################################################-->
2078<type number="6" name="Food"> 2212<type number="6" name="Food">
2079 <description><![CDATA[ 2213 <description><![CDATA[
2080 By eating/drinking food-objects, the player can fill his 2214 By eating/drinking food-objects, the player can fill his
2081 stomache and gain a little health. ]]> 2215 stomache and gain a little health.]]>
2082 </description> 2216 </description>
2083 <attribute arch="food" editor="foodpoints" type="int"> 2217 <attribute arch="food" editor="foodpoints" type="int">
2084 The player's stomache will get filled with this amount of foodpoints. 2218 The player's stomache will get filled with this amount of foodpoints.
2085 The player's health will increase by &lt;foodpoints&gt;/50 hp. 2219 The player's health will increase by &lt;foodpoints&gt;/50 hp.
2086 </attribute> 2220 </attribute>
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2094<type number="91" name="Gate"> 2228<type number="91" name="Gate">
2095 <ignore> 2229 <ignore>
2096 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" /> 2230 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
2097 </ignore> 2231 </ignore>
2098 <description><![CDATA[ 2232 <description><![CDATA[
2099 Gates play an important role in Crossfire. Gates can be opened 2233 Gates play an important role in Deliantra. Gates can be opened
2100 by activating a button/trigger, by speaking passwords (-> magic_ear) 2234 by activating a button/trigger, by speaking passwords (-> magic_ear)
2101 or carrying special key-objects (-> inventory checker). 2235 or carrying special key-objects (-> inventory checker).
2102 Unlike locked doors, gates can get shut again after a player has 2236 Unlike locked doors, gates can get shut again after a player has
2103 passed, which makes them more practical in many cases. ]]> 2237 passed, which makes them more practical in many cases.]]>
2104 </description> 2238 </description>
2105 <use><![CDATA[ 2239 <use><![CDATA[
2106 Use gates to divide your maps into seperated areas. After solving 2240 Use gates to divide your maps into seperated areas. After solving
2107 area A, the player gains access to area B, and so on. Make your 2241 area A, the player gains access to area B, and so on. Make your
2108 maps more complex than "one-way". ]]> 2242 maps more complex than "one-way".]]>
2109 </use> 2243 </use>
2110 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 2244 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
2245 <attribute arch="speed" value="1" type="float">
2246 The speed of the gate affects how fast it is closing/opening.
2247 </attribute>
2111 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 2248 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
2112 Whenever the inventory checker is triggered, all objects with identical 2249 Whenever the inventory checker is triggered, all objects with identical
2113 &lt;connection&gt; value get activated. This only makes sense together with 2250 &lt;connection&gt; value get activated. This only makes sense together with
2114 &lt;blocking passage&gt; disabled. 2251 &lt;blocking passage&gt; disabled.
2115 </attribute> 2252 </attribute>
2116 <attribute arch="wc" editor="position state" type="int"> 2253 <attribute arch="wc" editor="position state" type="int">
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2134<type number="113" name="Girdle"> 2271<type number="113" name="Girdle">
2135 <import_type name="Amulet" /> 2272 <import_type name="Amulet" />
2136 <description><![CDATA[ 2273 <description><![CDATA[
2137 Wearing a girdle, the object's stats will directly be inherited to 2274 Wearing a girdle, the object's stats will directly be inherited to
2138 the player. Girdles usually provide stats- or damage bonuses and no 2275 the player. Girdles usually provide stats- or damage bonuses and no
2139 defense. ]]> 2276 defense.]]>
2140 </description> 2277 </description>
2141 <use><![CDATA[ 2278 <use><![CDATA[
2142 Feel free to create your own special artifacts. However, it is very 2279 Feel free to create your own special artifacts. However, it is very
2143 important that you keep your artifact in balance with existing maps. ]]> 2280 important that you keep your artifact in balance with existing maps.]]>
2144 </use> 2281 </use>
2145 <attribute arch="magic" editor="magic bonus" type="int"> 2282 <attribute arch="magic" editor="magic bonus" type="int">
2146 &lt;magic bonus&gt; works just like ac, except that it can be improved by 2283 &lt;magic bonus&gt; works just like ac, except that it can be improved by
2147 "scrolls of Enchant Armour" or reduced by acid. It is less useful 2284 "scrolls of Enchant Armour" or reduced by acid. It is less useful
2148 than direct armour-class bonus on the helmet. 2285 than direct armour-class bonus on the helmet.
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2156<!--####################################################################--> 2293<!--####################################################################-->
2157<type number="100" name="Gloves"> 2294<type number="100" name="Gloves">
2158 <import_type name="Amulet" /> 2295 <import_type name="Amulet" />
2159 <description><![CDATA[ 2296 <description><![CDATA[
2160 Wearing gloves, the object's stats will directly be inherited to 2297 Wearing gloves, the object's stats will directly be inherited to
2161 the player. Gloves can add defense or damage bonuses. ]]> 2298 the player. Gloves can add defense or damage bonuses.]]>
2162 </description> 2299 </description>
2163 <use><![CDATA[ 2300 <use><![CDATA[
2164 Feel free to create your own special artifacts. However, it is very 2301 Feel free to create your own special artifacts. However, it is very
2165 important that you keep your artifact in balance with existing maps. ]]> 2302 important that you keep your artifact in balance with existing maps.]]>
2166 </use> 2303 </use>
2167 <attribute arch="magic" editor="magic bonus" type="int"> 2304 <attribute arch="magic" editor="magic bonus" type="int">
2168 If the gloves provide &lt;armour class&gt;, &lt;magic bonus&gt; will increase it. 2305 If the gloves provide &lt;armour class&gt;, &lt;magic bonus&gt; will increase it.
2169 If the gloves have &lt;weapon class&gt; instead, then &lt;magic bonus&gt; 2306 If the gloves have &lt;weapon class&gt; instead, then &lt;magic bonus&gt;
2170 will increase that. 2307 will increase that.
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2176 <ignore> 2313 <ignore>
2177 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" /> 2314 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
2178 </ignore> 2315 </ignore>
2179 <description><![CDATA[ 2316 <description><![CDATA[
2180 A handle can be applied by players and (certain) monsters. 2317 A handle can be applied by players and (certain) monsters.
2181 Every time it is applied, the &lt;connection&gt; value is triggered. ]]> 2318 Every time it is applied, the &lt;connection&gt; value is triggered.]]>
2182 </description> 2319 </description>
2183 <use><![CDATA[ 2320 <use><![CDATA[
2184 Handles are commonly used to move gates. When placing your lever, 2321 Handles are commonly used to move gates. When placing your lever,
2185 don't forget that some monsters are able to apply it. 2322 don't forget that some monsters are able to apply it.
2186 The ability to apply levers is rare among monsters - 2323 The ability to apply levers is rare among monsters -
2187 but vampires can do it for example. ]]> 2324 but vampires can do it for example.]]>
2188 </use> 2325 </use>
2189 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 2326 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
2190 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 2327 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
2191 Every time the handle is applied, all objects 2328 Every time the handle is applied, all objects
2192 with the same &lt;connection&gt; value are activated. 2329 with the same &lt;connection&gt; value are activated.
2193 </attribute> 2330 </attribute>
2194 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="description" type="text"> 2331 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="description" type="text">
2195 This text may describe the item. You can use this 2332 This text may describe the item. You can use this
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2204 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" /> 2341 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
2205 </ignore> 2342 </ignore>
2206 <description><![CDATA[ 2343 <description><![CDATA[
2207 Handle triggers are handles which reset after a short period 2344 Handle triggers are handles which reset after a short period
2208 of time. Every time it is either applied or reset, the 2345 of time. Every time it is either applied or reset, the
2209 &lt;connection&gt; value is triggered. ]]> 2346 &lt;connection&gt; value is triggered.]]>
2210 </description> 2347 </description>
2211 <use><![CDATA[ 2348 <use><![CDATA[
2212 When you connect an ordinary handle to a gate, the gate normally remains 2349 When you connect an ordinary handle to a gate, the gate normally remains
2213 opened after the first player passed. If you want to keep the gate shut, 2350 opened after the first player passed. If you want to keep the gate shut,
2214 connecting it to a handle trigger is an easy solution. ]]> 2351 connecting it to a handle trigger is an easy solution. ]]>
2215 </use> 2352 </use>
2216</type> 2353</type>
2217 2354
2218<!--####################################################################--> 2355<!--####################################################################-->
2219<type number="88" name="Hazard Floor"> 2356<type number="88" name="Hazard Floor">
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2224 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" /> 2361 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
2225 </ignore> 2362 </ignore>
2226 <description><![CDATA[ 2363 <description><![CDATA[
2227 The best example for Hazard Floor is lava. It works like standard 2364 The best example for Hazard Floor is lava. It works like standard
2228 floor, but damages all creatures standing on it. 2365 floor, but damages all creatures standing on it.
2229 Damage is taken in regular time intervals. ]]> 2366 Damage is taken in regular time intervals.]]>
2230 </description> 2367 </description>
2231 <use><![CDATA[ 2368 <use><![CDATA[
2232 The default lava for example does minor damage. But you can turn 2369 The default lava for example does minor damage. But you can turn
2233 it up so that your hazard floor poses a real threat.<br> 2370 it up so that your hazard floor poses a real threat.<br>
2234 Like magic walls, such floors add a permanent thrill to your map. 2371 Like magic walls, such floors add a permanent thrill to your map.
2235 You can use that to safely chase off too-weak players, or just 2372 You can use that to safely chase off too-weak players, or just
2236 to have something different. ]]> 2373 to have something different.]]>
2237 </use> 2374 </use>
2238 <attribute arch="is_floor" value="1" type="fixed" /> 2375 <attribute arch="is_floor" value="1" type="fixed" />
2239 <attribute arch="lifesave" value="1" type="fixed" /> 2376 <attribute arch="lifesave" value="1" type="fixed" />
2240 &move_on; 2377 &move_on;
2241 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 2378 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
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2280 If enabled, it is impossible for players to use prayers 2417 If enabled, it is impossible for players to use prayers
2281 on that spot. It also prevents players from saving. 2418 on that spot. It also prevents players from saving.
2282 </attribute> 2419 </attribute>
2283 <attribute arch="unique" editor="unique map" type="bool"> 2420 <attribute arch="unique" editor="unique map" type="bool">
2284 Unique floor means that any items dropped on that spot 2421 Unique floor means that any items dropped on that spot
2285 will be saved byond map reset. For permanent apartments, 2422 will be saved beyond map reset. For permanent apartments,
2286 all floor tiles must be set &lt;unique map&gt;. 2423 all floor tiles must be set &lt;unique map&gt;.
2287 </attribute> 2424 </attribute>
2288</type> 2425</type>
2289 2426
2290<!--####################################################################--> 2427<!--####################################################################-->
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2292 <import_type name="Amulet" /> 2429 <import_type name="Amulet" />
2293 <description><![CDATA[ 2430 <description><![CDATA[
2294 Wearing a helmet, the object's stats will directly be inherited to 2431 Wearing a helmet, the object's stats will directly be inherited to
2295 the player. Normal helmets usually increase defense, while crowns 2432 the player. Normal helmets usually increase defense, while crowns
2296 add more special bonuses like stats/resistances paired with 2433 add more special bonuses like stats/resistances paired with
2297 low defense. ]]> 2434 low defense.]]>
2298 </description> 2435 </description>
2299 <use><![CDATA[ 2436 <use><![CDATA[
2300 Feel free to create your own special artifacts. However, it is very 2437 Feel free to create your own special artifacts. However, it is very
2301 important that you keep your artifact in balance with existing maps. ]]> 2438 important that you keep your artifact in balance with existing maps.]]>
2302 </use> 2439 </use>
2303 <attribute arch="magic" editor="magic bonus" type="int"> 2440 <attribute arch="magic" editor="magic bonus" type="int">
2304 &lt;magic bonus&gt; works just like ac, except that it can be improved by 2441 &lt;magic bonus&gt; works just like ac, except that it can be improved by
2305 "scrolls of Enchant Armour" or reduced by acid. It is less useful 2442 "scrolls of Enchant Armour" or reduced by acid. It is less useful
2306 than direct armour-class bonus on the helmet. 2443 than direct armour-class bonus on the helmet.
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2315<type number="56" name="Holy Altar"> 2452<type number="56" name="Holy Altar">
2316 <ignore> 2453 <ignore>
2317 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" /> 2454 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
2318 </ignore> 2455 </ignore>
2319 <description><![CDATA[ 2456 <description><![CDATA[
2320 Holy_altars are altars for the various religions. Praying 2457 Holy Altars are altars for the various religions. Praying
2321 at a Holy_altar will make you a follower of that god, and 2458 at a Holy_altar will make you a follower of that god, and
2322 if you already follow that god, you may get some extra bonus. ]]> 2459 if you already follow that god, you may get some extra bonus.]]>
2323 </description> 2460 </description>
2324 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 2461 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
2325 <attribute arch="other_arch" editor="god name" type="string"> 2462 <attribute arch="other_arch" editor="god name" type="string">
2326 The altar belongs to the god of the given name. Possible options for 2463 The altar belongs to the god of the given name. Possible options for
2327 &lt;god name&gt; are: Devourers, Lythander, Mostrai, Gaea, Ruggilli, Gnarg, 2464 &lt;god name&gt; are: Devourers, Lythander, Mostrai, Gaea, Ruggilli, Gnarg,
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2333 <attribute arch="level" editor="reconsecrate level" type="int"> 2470 <attribute arch="level" editor="reconsecrate level" type="int">
2334 To re-consecrate an altar, the player's wisdom level must be as 2471 To re-consecrate an altar, the player's wisdom level must be as
2335 high or higher than this value. In that way, some altars can not 2472 high or higher than this value. In that way, some altars can not
2336 be re-consecrated, while other altars, like those in dungeons, could be. 2473 be re-consecrated, while other altars, like those in dungeons, could be.
2337 2474
2338 Altars located in temples should have at least &lt;reconsecrate level&gt; 100. 2475 Altars located in temples should have at least &lt;reconsecrate level&gt; 120.
2339 Some characters might need those altars, they would be very unhappy to 2476 Some characters might need those altars, they would be very unhappy to
2340 see them re-consecrated to another cult. 2477 see them re-consecrated to another cult.
2341 </attribute> 2478 </attribute>
2342</type> 2479</type>
2343 2480
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2350 Horns are very similar to rods. The difference is that horns regenerate 2487 Horns are very similar to rods. The difference is that horns regenerate
2351 spellpoints faster and thus are more valuable than rods. 2488 spellpoints faster and thus are more valuable than rods.
2352 <br><br> 2489 <br><br>
2353 A horn contains a spell. The player can use this spell by applying and 2490 A horn contains a spell. The player can use this spell by applying and
2354 "fireing" (blowing) the horn. Unlike wands/scrolls, horns can be 2491 "fireing" (blowing) the horn. Unlike wands/scrolls, horns can be
2355 used endlessly. ]]> 2492 used endlessly.]]>
2356 </description> 2493 </description>
2357 <use><![CDATA[ 2494 <use><![CDATA[
2358 Horns are powerful due to their fast recharge rate. They should 2495 Horns are powerful due to their fast recharge rate. They should
2359 never contain high level attacking spells. Even curing/healing spells 2496 never contain high level attacking spells. Even curing/healing spells
2360 are almost too good on a horn. ]]> 2497 are almost too good on a horn.]]>
2361 </use> 2498 </use>
2362 <attribute arch="sp" editor="spell" type="spell"> 2499 <attribute arch="sp" editor="spell" type="spell">
2363 Sets the &lt;spell&gt; of the horn. Consider twice before handing out any 2500 Sets the &lt;spell&gt; of the horn. Consider twice before handing out any
2364 horns to players, since they can be used endlessly without any mana cost! 2501 horns to players, since they can be used endlessly without any mana cost!
2365 Horns with heal/ restoration/ protection spells, IF available, MUST be 2502 Horns with heal/ restoration/ protection spells, IF available, MUST be
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2391<!--####################################################################--> 2528<!--####################################################################-->
2392<type number="73" name="Inorganic"> 2529<type number="73" name="Inorganic">
2393 <description><![CDATA[ 2530 <description><![CDATA[
2394 Inorganic materials are generally used as ingredients for 2531 Inorganic materials are generally used as ingredients for
2395 alchemical receipes. By themselves, they have no special 2532 alchemical receipes. By themselves, they have no special
2396 functionalities. ]]> 2533 functionalities.]]>
2397 </description> 2534 </description>
2398 <attribute arch="is_dust" editor="is dust" type="bool"> 2535 <attribute arch="is_dust" editor="is dust" type="bool">
2399 </attribute> 2536 </attribute>
2400<section name="resistance"> 2537 &resistances_basic;
2401 <attribute arch="resist_physical" editor="resist physical %" length="15" type="int">
2402 </attribute>
2403 <attribute arch="resist_magic" editor="resist magic %" length="15" type="int">
2404 </attribute>
2405 <attribute arch="resist_fire" editor="resist fire %" length="15" type="int">
2406 </attribute>
2407 <attribute arch="resist_electricity" editor="resist electricity %" length="15" type="int">
2408 </attribute>
2409 <attribute arch="resist_cold" editor="resist cold %" length="15" type="int">
2410 </attribute>
2411 <attribute arch="resist_acid" editor="resist acid %" length="15" type="int">
2412 </attribute>
2413 <attribute arch="resist_weaponmagic" editor="resist weaponmagic %" length="15" type="int">
2414 </attribute>
2415 <attribute arch="resist_ghosthit" editor="resist ghosthit %" length="15" type="int">
2416 </attribute>
2417 <attribute arch="resist_poison" editor="resist poison %" length="15" type="int">
2418 </attribute>
2419 <attribute arch="resist_death" editor="resist death-attack %" length="15" type="int">
2420 </attribute>
2421 <attribute arch="resist_chaos" editor="resist chaos %" length="15" type="int">
2422 </attribute>
2423 <attribute arch="resist_holyword" editor="resist holy power %" length="15" type="int">
2424 </attribute>
2425</section>
2426</type> 2538</type>
2427 2539
2428<!--####################################################################--> 2540<!--####################################################################-->
2429<type number="64" name="Inventory Checker"> 2541<type number="64" name="Inventory Checker">
2430 <ignore> 2542 <ignore>
… …
2439 <br><br> 2551 <br><br>
2440 Alternatively, you can set your inv. checker to block all players 2552 Alternatively, you can set your inv. checker to block all players
2441 that do/don't carry the matching object. 2553 that do/don't carry the matching object.
2442 <br><br> 2554 <br><br>
2443 As you can see, inv. checkers are quite powerful, holding a 2555 As you can see, inv. checkers are quite powerful, holding a
2444 great variety of possibilities. ]]> 2556 great variety of possibilities.]]>
2445 </description> 2557 </description>
2446 <use><![CDATA[ 2558 <use><![CDATA[
2447 Putting a check_inventory space in front of a gate (one below) and 2559 Putting a check_inventory space in front of a gate (one below) and
2448 one on the opposite side works reasonably well as a control mechanism. 2560 one on the opposite side works reasonably well as a control mechanism.
2449 Unlike the key/door-combo, this one works infinite since it is 2561 Unlike the key/door-combo, this one works infinite since it is
2450 independant from map reset. Use it to put a "structure" into your 2562 independant from map reset. Use it to put a "structure" into your
2451 maps: Player must solve area A to gain access to area B. This concept 2563 maps: Player must solve area A to gain access to area B. This concept
2452 can be found in nearly every RPG - simple but effective. ]]> 2564 can be found in nearly every RPG - simple but effective.]]>
2453 </use> 2565 </use>
2454 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 2566 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
2455 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="match key string" type="string"> 2567 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="match key string" type="string">
2456 This string specifies the object we are looking for: We have a match 2568 This string specifies the object we are looking for: We have a match
2457 if the player does/don't carry a key object or a mark with identical 2569 if the player does/don't carry a key object or a mark with identical
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2473 </attribute> 2585 </attribute>
2474 <attribute arch="last_sp" editor="match = having" type="bool"> 2586 <attribute arch="last_sp" editor="match = having" type="bool">
2475 Enabled means having that object is a match. 2587 Enabled means having that object is a match.
2476 Disabled means not having that object is a match. 2588 Disabled means not having that object is a match.
2477 </attribute> 2589 </attribute>
2478 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 2590 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
2479 Whenever the inventory checker is triggered, all objects with identical 2591 Whenever the inventory checker is triggered, all objects with identical
2480 &lt;connection&gt; value get activated. This only makes sense together with 2592 &lt;connection&gt; value get activated. This only makes sense together with
2481 &lt;blocking passage&gt; disabled. 2593 &lt;blocking passage&gt; disabled.
2482 </attribute> 2594 </attribute>
2483 &movement_types_terrain; 2595 &movement_types_terrain;
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2533<!--####################################################################--> 2645<!--####################################################################-->
2534<type number="60" name="Jewel"> 2646<type number="60" name="Jewel">
2535 <description><![CDATA[ 2647 <description><![CDATA[
2536 Items of the type Gold &amp; Jewels are handled like a currency. 2648 Items of the type Gold &amp; Jewels are handled like a currency.
2537 Unlike for any other type of item, in shops, the buy- and selling 2649 Unlike for any other type of item, in shops, the buy- and selling
2538 prices differ only marginally. ]]> 2650 prices differ only marginally.]]>
2539 </description> 2651 </description>
2540 <attribute arch="race" value="gold and jewels" type="fixed" /> 2652 <attribute arch="race" value="gold and jewels" type="fixed" />
2541 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="description" type="text"> 2653 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="description" type="text">
2542 This text may describe the object. 2654 This text may describe the object.
2543 </attribute> 2655 </attribute>
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2545 2657
2546<!--####################################################################--> 2658<!--####################################################################-->
2547<type number="24" name="Key"> 2659<type number="24" name="Key">
2548 <description><![CDATA[ 2660 <description><![CDATA[
2549 When carrying a key, a normal door can be opened. The key will 2661 When carrying a key, a normal door can be opened. The key will
2550 disappear. ]]> 2662 disappear.]]>
2551 </description> 2663 </description>
2552 <attribute arch="startequip" editor="godgiven item" type="bool"> 2664 <attribute arch="startequip" editor="godgiven item" type="bool">
2553 A godgiven item vanishes as soon as the player 2665 A godgiven item vanishes as soon as the player
2554 drops it to the ground. 2666 drops it to the ground.
2555 </attribute> 2667 </attribute>
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2560 <ignore> 2672 <ignore>
2561 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" /> 2673 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
2562 </ignore> 2674 </ignore>
2563 <description><![CDATA[ 2675 <description><![CDATA[
2564 A locked door can be opened only when carrying 2676 A locked door can be opened only when carrying
2565 the appropriate special key. ]]> 2677 the appropriate special key.]]>
2566 </description> 2678 </description>
2567 <use><![CDATA[ 2679 <use><![CDATA[
2568 If you want to create a locked door that cannot be opened (no key), 2680 If you want to create a locked door that cannot be opened (no key),
2569 set a &lt;key string&gt; like "no_key_available". This will clearify things 2681 set a &lt;key string&gt; like "no_key_available". This will clearify things
2570 and only a fool would create a key matching that string. 2682 and only a fool would create a key matching that string.
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2572 Door-objects can not only be used for "doors". In many maps these 2684 Door-objects can not only be used for "doors". In many maps these
2573 are used with all kinds of faces/names, especially often as 2685 are used with all kinds of faces/names, especially often as
2574 "magic force". A good example is the map "Lake_Country/ebony/masterlev". 2686 "magic force". A good example is the map "Lake_Country/ebony/masterlev".
2575 There you have magic forces (door objects) put under certain artifact 2687 There you have magic forces (door objects) put under certain artifact
2576 items. To get your hands on the artifacts, you need to bring up the 2688 items. To get your hands on the artifacts, you need to bring up the
2577 appropriate quest items (key objects). ]]> 2689 appropriate quest items (key objects).]]>
2578 </use> 2690 </use>
2579 <attribute arch="move_type" value="0" type="fixed" /> 2691 <attribute arch="move_type" value="0" type="fixed" />
2580 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 2692 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
2581 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="key string" type="string"> 2693 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="key string" type="string">
2582 The &lt;key string&gt; in the door must be identical with the 2694 The &lt;key string&gt; in the door must be identical with the
2583 &lt;key string&gt; in the special key, then the door is unlocked. 2695 &lt;key string&gt; in the special key, then the door is unlocked.
2584 It is VERY important to set the &lt;key string&gt; to something that 2696 It is VERY important to set the &lt;key string&gt; to something that
2585 is unique among the CF mapset. 2697 is unique among the Deliantra mapset.
2586 2698
2587 DONT EVER USE the default string "set_individual_value". 2699 DONT EVER USE the default string "set_individual_value".
2588 </attribute> 2700 </attribute>
2589 <attribute arch="no_magic" editor="restrict spells" type="bool"> 2701 <attribute arch="no_magic" editor="restrict spells" type="bool">
2590 Restricting the use of spells to pass this door. 2702 Restricting the use of spells to pass this door.
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2609 <ignore> 2721 <ignore>
2610 <ignore_list name="system_object" /> 2722 <ignore_list name="system_object" />
2611 </ignore> 2723 </ignore>
2612 <description><![CDATA[ 2724 <description><![CDATA[
2613 Magic_ears trigger a connected value 2725 Magic_ears trigger a connected value
2614 when the player speaks a specific keyword. ]]> 2726 when the player speaks a specific keyword.]]>
2615 </description> 2727 </description>
2616 <use><![CDATA[ 2728 <use><![CDATA[
2617 Whenever you put magic_ears on your maps, make sure there are 2729 Whenever you put magic_ears on your maps, make sure there are
2618 CLEAR and RELYABLE hints about the keywords somewhere. Don't make 2730 CLEAR and RELYABLE hints about the keywords somewhere. Don't make
2619 something like a gate that is opened by speaking "open" or 2731 something like a gate that is opened by speaking "open" or
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2621 <br><br> 2733 <br><br>
2622 Magic_ears are typically used for interaction with NPCs. You 2734 Magic_ears are typically used for interaction with NPCs. You
2623 can create the impression that the NPC actually *does* something 2735 can create the impression that the NPC actually *does* something
2624 according to his conversation with a player. Mostly this means 2736 according to his conversation with a player. Mostly this means
2625 opening a gate or handing out some item, but you could be quite 2737 opening a gate or handing out some item, but you could be quite
2626 creative here. ]]> 2738 creative here.]]>
2627 </use> 2739 </use>
2628 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 2740 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
2629 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 2741 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
2630 The Magic_ear will trigger all objects with the 2742 The Magic_ear will trigger all objects with the
2631 same connection value, every time it is activated. 2743 same connection value, every time it is activated.
2632 </attribute> 2744 </attribute>
2633 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="keyword-matching" type="text"> 2745 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="keyword-matching" type="text">
2634 This textfield contains the keyword-matching-syntax. The text should 2746 This textfield contains the keyword-matching-syntax. The text should
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2653 Magic walls can contain any spell. However, some spells do not 2765 Magic walls can contain any spell. However, some spells do not
2654 operate very successfully in them. The only way to know is to test 2766 operate very successfully in them. The only way to know is to test
2655 the spell you want to use with a wall. 2767 the spell you want to use with a wall.
2656 <br><br> 2768 <br><br>
2657 Several types of magical walls are predefined for you in the 2769 Several types of magical walls are predefined for you in the
2658 archetypes, and can be found on the "connected" Pickmap. ]]> 2770 archetypes, and can be found on the "connected" Pickmap.]]>
2659 </description> 2771 </description>
2660 <use><![CDATA[ 2772 <use><![CDATA[
2661 Spellcasting walls pose an interesting alternative to monsters. 2773 Spellcasting walls pose an interesting alternative to monsters.
2662 Usually they are set to be undestroyable. Thus, while monsters 2774 Usually they are set to be undestroyable. Thus, while monsters
2663 in a map can be cleared out, the magic walls remain. Low level 2775 in a map can be cleared out, the magic walls remain. Low level
… …
2674 walls' spell(s). 2786 walls' spell(s).
2675 <br><br> 2787 <br><br>
2676 It is possible to make walls rotate when triggered. But that is so 2788 It is possible to make walls rotate when triggered. But that is so
2677 confusing (and useless IMHO) that I did not mention it above. You 2789 confusing (and useless IMHO) that I did not mention it above. You
2678 can find a working example on the map 2790 can find a working example on the map
2679 "/pup_land/castle_eureca/castle_eureca8". ]]> 2791 "/pup_land/castle_eureca/castle_eureca8".]]>
2680 </use> 2792 </use>
2681 <attribute arch="dam" editor="spell" type="spell"> 2793 <attribute arch="dam" editor="spell" type="spell">
2682 The magic wall will cast this &lt;spell&gt;. 2794 The magic wall will cast this &lt;spell&gt;.
2683 </attribute> 2795 </attribute>
2684 <attribute arch="level" editor="spell level" type="int"> 2796 <attribute arch="level" editor="spell level" type="int">
2685 The wall will cast it's spells at level &lt;spell level&gt;. "level 1" 2797 The wall will cast it's spells at level &lt;spell level&gt;. "level 1"
2686 walls cast spells at minimal strength. "level 100" walls cast deadly 2798 walls cast spells at minimal strength. "level 100" walls cast deadly
2687 spells. Arch default is level 1 - you should always set this value 2799 spells. Arch default is level 1 - you should always set this value
2688 to meet the overall difficulty of your map. 2800 to meet the overall difficulty of your map.
2689 </attribute> 2801 </attribute>
2690 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 2802 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
2691 Every time the &lt;connection&gt; value is triggered, the wall will cast 2803 Every time the &lt;connection&gt; value is triggered, the wall will cast
2692 it's spell. You should set &lt;casting speed&gt; to zero, or this won't 2804 it's spell. You should set &lt;casting speed&gt; to zero, or this won't
2693 have much visible effect. 2805 have much visible effect.
2694 </attribute> 2806 </attribute>
2807 &activate_on;
2695 <attribute arch="speed" editor="casting speed" type="float"> 2808 <attribute arch="speed" editor="casting speed" type="float">
2696 The &lt;casting speed&gt; defines the spellcasting speed of the wall. 2809 The &lt;casting speed&gt; defines the spellcasting speed of the wall.
2697 You can fine-tune how long the duration between two casts shall 2810 You can fine-tune how long the duration between two casts shall
2698 be. If you want to create a wall that can be activated (cast per 2811 be. If you want to create a wall that can be activated (cast per
2699 trigger) via connected lever/button/etc, you must set "speed 0". 2812 trigger) via connected lever/button/etc, you must set "speed 0".
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2723 A magic wall of high &lt;armour class&gt; is less likely to get hit from 2836 A magic wall of high &lt;armour class&gt; is less likely to get hit from
2724 an opponent. &lt;armour class&gt; can be considered the "counterpiece" 2837 an opponent. &lt;armour class&gt; can be considered the "counterpiece"
2725 to &lt;weapon class&gt;. 2838 to &lt;weapon class&gt;.
2726 </attribute> 2839 </attribute>
2727</section> 2840</section>
2728<section name="resistance"> 2841&resistances_basic;
2729 <attribute arch="resist_physical" editor="resist physical %" length="15" type="int">
2730 </attribute>
2731 <attribute arch="resist_magic" editor="resist magic %" length="15" type="int">
2732 </attribute>
2733 <attribute arch="resist_fire" editor="resist fire %" length="15" type="int">
2734 </attribute>
2735 <attribute arch="resist_electricity" editor="resist electricity %" length="15" type="int">
2736 </attribute>
2737 <attribute arch="resist_cold" editor="resist cold %" length="15" type="int">
2738 </attribute>
2739 <attribute arch="resist_confusion" editor="resist confusion %" length="15" type="int">
2740 </attribute>
2741 <attribute arch="resist_acid" editor="resist acid %" length="15" type="int">
2742 </attribute>
2743 <attribute arch="resist_drain" editor="resist draining %" length="15" type="int">
2744 </attribute>
2745 <attribute arch="resist_weaponmagic" editor="resist weaponmagic %" length="15" type="int">
2746 </attribute>
2747 <attribute arch="resist_ghosthit" editor="resist ghosthit %" length="15" type="int">
2748 </attribute>
2749 <attribute arch="resist_poison" editor="resist poison %" length="15" type="int">
2750 </attribute>
2751 <attribute arch="resist_slow" editor="resist slow %" length="15" type="int">
2752 </attribute>
2753 <attribute arch="resist_paralyze" editor="resist paralyze %" length="15" type="int">
2754 </attribute>
2755 <attribute arch="resist_fear" editor="resist fear %" length="15" type="int">
2756 </attribute>
2757 <attribute arch="resist_deplete" editor="resist depletion %" length="15" type="int">
2758 </attribute>
2759 <attribute arch="resist_turn_undead" editor="resist turn undead %" length="15" type="int">
2760 </attribute>
2761 <attribute arch="resist_death" editor="resist death-attack %" length="15" type="int">
2762 </attribute>
2763 <attribute arch="resist_chaos" editor="resist chaos %" length="15" type="int">
2764 </attribute>
2765 <attribute arch="resist_blind" editor="resist blinding %" length="15" type="int">
2766 </attribute>
2767 <attribute arch="resist_holyword" editor="resist holy power %" length="15" type="int">
2768 </attribute>
2769 <attribute arch="resist_godpower" editor="resist godpower %" length="15" type="int">
2770 </attribute>
2771</section>
2772</type> 2842</type>
2773 2843
2774<!--####################################################################--> 2844<!--####################################################################-->
2775<type number="55" name="Marker"> 2845<type number="55" name="Marker">
2776 <ignore> 2846 <ignore>
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2781 player stepping on it. This force does nothing except containing a 2851 player stepping on it. This force does nothing except containing a
2782 &lt;key string&gt; which can be discovered by detectors or inventory 2852 &lt;key string&gt; which can be discovered by detectors or inventory
2783 checkers. It is also possible to use markers for removing marks again. 2853 checkers. It is also possible to use markers for removing marks again.
2784 <br><br> 2854 <br><br>
2785 Note that the player has no possibility to "see" his own marks, 2855 Note that the player has no possibility to "see" his own marks,
2786 except by the effect that they cause on the maps. ]]> 2856 except by the effect that they cause on the maps.]]>
2787 </description> 2857 </description>
2788 <use><![CDATA[ 2858 <use><![CDATA[
2789 Markers hold real cool possibilities for map-making. I encourage 2859 Markers hold real cool possibilities for map-making. I encourage
2790 you to use them frequently. However there is one negative point 2860 you to use them frequently. However there is one negative point
2791 about markers: Players don't "see" what's going on with them. It is 2861 about markers: Players don't "see" what's going on with them. It is
2792 your task, as map-creator, to make sure the player is always well 2862 your task, as map-creator, to make sure the player is always well
2793 informed and never confused. 2863 informed and never confused.
2794 <br><br> 2864 <br><br>
2795 Please avoid infinite markers when they aren't needed. They're 2865 Please avoid infinite markers when they aren't needed. They're
2796 using a little space in the player file after all, so if there 2866 using a little space in the player file after all, so if there
2797 is no real purpose, set an expire time. ]]> 2867 is no real purpose, set an expire time.]]>
2798 </use> 2868 </use>
2799 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 2869 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
2800 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="key string" type="string"> 2870 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="key string" type="string">
2801 The &lt;key string&gt; can be detected by inv. checkers/detectors. 2871 The &lt;key string&gt; can be detected by inv. checkers/detectors.
2802 If the player already has a force with that &lt;key string&gt;, 2872 If the player already has a force with that &lt;key string&gt;,
2803 there won't be inserted a second one. 2873 there won't be inserted a second one.
2804 </attribute> 2874 </attribute>
2805 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 2875 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
2806 When the detector is triggered, all objects with the same 2876 When the detector is triggered, all objects with the same
2807 connection value get activated. 2877 connection value get activated.
2808 </attribute> 2878 </attribute>
2809 <attribute arch="speed" editor="marking speed" type="float"> 2879 <attribute arch="speed" editor="marking speed" type="float">
2810 The &lt;marking speed&gt; defines how quickly it will mark something 2880 The &lt;marking speed&gt; defines how quickly it will mark something
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2848 When a player picks an item from a shop and attempts to 2918 When a player picks an item from a shop and attempts to
2849 walk over the shop mat, the item's selling-price is automatically 2919 walk over the shop mat, the item's selling-price is automatically
2850 subtracted from the player's money. 2920 subtracted from the player's money.
2851 <br><br> 2921 <br><br>
2852 For money, always use the default arches. 2922 For money, always use the default arches.
2853 Don't modify them. ]]> 2923 Don't modify them.]]>
2854 </description> 2924 </description>
2855 <attribute arch="race" value="gold and jewels" type="fixed" /> 2925 <attribute arch="race" value="gold and jewels" type="fixed" />
2856</type> 2926</type>
2857 2927
2858<!--####################################################################--> 2928<!--####################################################################-->
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2873 Monsters can behave in various kinds of ways. 2943 Monsters can behave in various kinds of ways.
2874 They can be aggressive, attacking the player. Or peaceful, 2944 They can be aggressive, attacking the player. Or peaceful,
2875 helping the player - maybe joining him as pet. 2945 helping the player - maybe joining him as pet.
2876 The unagressive creatures who communicate with players are 2946 The unagressive creatures who communicate with players are
2877 usually called "NPCs" (Non Player Character), a well-known 2947 usually called "NPCs" (Non Player Character), a well-known
2878 term in role-play environments. ]]> 2948 term in role-play environments.]]>
2879 </description> 2949 </description>
2880 <use><![CDATA[ 2950 <use><![CDATA[
2881 Monsters play a central role in most maps. Choosing the right 2951 Monsters play a central role in most maps. Choosing the right
2882 combination of monsters for your map is vital: 2952 combination of monsters for your map is vital:
2883 <UL> 2953 <UL>
… …
2908 can use. 2978 can use.
2909 </UL> 2979 </UL>
2910 I know it's impossible to make the perfectly balanced map. There's always 2980 I know it's impossible to make the perfectly balanced map. There's always
2911 some part which is found too easy or too hard for a certain kind of player. 2981 some part which is found too easy or too hard for a certain kind of player.
2912 Just give it your best shot. And listen to feedback from players if you 2982 Just give it your best shot. And listen to feedback from players if you
2913 receive some. :-) ]]> 2983 receive some. :-)]]>
2914 </use> 2984 </use>
2915 <attribute arch="alive" value="1" type="fixed" /> 2985 <attribute arch="alive" value="1" type="fixed" />
2916 <attribute arch="randomitems" editor="treasurelist" type="treasurelist"> 2986 <attribute arch="randomitems" editor="treasurelist" type="treasurelist">
2917 When the monster is killed, items from the treasurelist will 2987 When the monster is killed, items from the treasurelist will
2918 drop to the ground. This is a common way to reward players 2988 drop to the ground. This is a common way to reward players
2919 for killing (masses of) monsters. 2989 for killing (masses of) monsters.
2920 2990
2921 Note that you can always put items into the monster's 2991 Note that you can always put items into the monster's
2922 inventory. Those will drop-at-kill just like the stuff 2992 inventory. Those will drop-at-kill just like the stuff
2923 from the &lt;treasurelist&gt;. 2993 from the &lt;treasurelist&gt;.
2994 </attribute>
2995 <attribute arch="treasure_env" editor="treasure in env" type="bool">
2996 Set this flag to move treasure items created into the environment (map)
2997 instead of putting them into the object.
2924 </attribute> 2998 </attribute>
2925 <attribute arch="level" editor="level" type="int"> 2999 <attribute arch="level" editor="level" type="int">
2926 A monster's &lt;level&gt; is the most important attribute. 3000 A monster's &lt;level&gt; is the most important attribute.
2927 &lt;level&gt; affects the power of a monster in various ways. 3001 &lt;level&gt; affects the power of a monster in various ways.
2928 </attribute> 3002 </attribute>
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2975 </attribute> 3049 </attribute>
2976 <attribute arch="carrying" editor="carries weight" type="int"> 3050 <attribute arch="carrying" editor="carries weight" type="int">
2977 If a monster has something in the inventory, this 3051 If a monster has something in the inventory, this
2978 value can be set to reflect the slowdown due to 3052 value can be set to reflect the slowdown due to
2979 the carried weight. 3053 the carried weight.
3054 </attribute>
3055 <attribute arch="precious" editor="precious" type="bool">
3056 Set this flag to indicate that this monster is precious, i.e.
3057 it should not be lightly destroyed. This is most useful on pets and
3058 keeps the server from destroying them on destroy_pets/monster floors
3059 and will try to save them when the player logs out.
2980 </attribute> 3060 </attribute>
2981 3061
2982<section name="melee"> 3062<section name="melee">
2983 <attribute arch="attacktype" editor="attacktype" type="bitmask_attacktype"> 3063 <attribute arch="attacktype" editor="attacktype" type="bitmask_attacktype">
2984 This number is a bitmask, specifying the monster's attacktypes 3064 This number is a bitmask, specifying the monster's attacktypes
… …
3156 <attribute arch="stand_still" editor="stand still" type="bool"> 3236 <attribute arch="stand_still" editor="stand still" type="bool">
3157 Monsters which &lt;stand still&gt; won't move to leave their position. 3237 Monsters which &lt;stand still&gt; won't move to leave their position.
3158 When agressive, they will attack all enemies who get close to 3238 When agressive, they will attack all enemies who get close to
3159 them. This behaviour is commonly known from castle guards. 3239 them. This behaviour is commonly known from castle guards.
3160 3240
3161 In older versions of Crossfire it was possible to eventually 3241 In older versions of Deliantra it was possible to eventually
3162 push a &lt;stand still&gt;-monster out of position by force. 3242 push a &lt;stand still&gt;-monster out of position by force.
3163 I believe this is no longer possible. Neverthless, you should 3243 I believe this is no longer possible. Neverthless, you should
3164 still be cautious when lining up &lt;stand still&gt;-monster in order 3244 still be cautious when lining up &lt;stand still&gt;-monster in order
3165 to "defend" something: Such monsters are rather easy to kill. 3245 to "defend" something: Such monsters are rather easy to kill.
3166 It's good for low level maps, but not much more. 3246 It's good for low level maps, but not much more.
… …
3202 When the monster's health points drop below this percentage 3282 When the monster's health points drop below this percentage
3203 (relative to max health), it attempts to run away from the 3283 (relative to max health), it attempts to run away from the
3204 attacker. 3284 attacker.
3205 </attribute> 3285 </attribute>
3206</section> 3286</section>
3207 3287 &resistances_basic;
3208<section name="resistance">
3209 <attribute arch="resist_physical" editor="resist physical %" length="15" type="int">
3210 </attribute>
3211 <attribute arch="resist_magic" editor="resist magic %" length="15" type="int">
3212 </attribute>
3213 <attribute arch="resist_fire" editor="resist fire %" length="15" type="int">
3214 </attribute>
3215 <attribute arch="resist_electricity" editor="resist electricity %" length="15" type="int">
3216 </attribute>
3217 <attribute arch="resist_cold" editor="resist cold %" length="15" type="int">
3218 </attribute>
3219 <attribute arch="resist_confusion" editor="resist confusion %" length="15" type="int">
3220 </attribute>
3221 <attribute arch="resist_acid" editor="resist acid %" length="15" type="int">
3222 </attribute>
3223 <attribute arch="resist_drain" editor="resist draining %" length="15" type="int">
3224 </attribute>
3225 <attribute arch="resist_weaponmagic" editor="resist weaponmagic %" length="15" type="int">
3226 </attribute>
3227 <attribute arch="resist_ghosthit" editor="resist ghosthit %" length="15" type="int">
3228 </attribute>
3229 <attribute arch="resist_poison" editor="resist poison %" length="15" type="int">
3230 </attribute>
3231 <attribute arch="resist_slow" editor="resist slow %" length="15" type="int">
3232 </attribute>
3233 <attribute arch="resist_paralyze" editor="resist paralyze %" length="15" type="int">
3234 </attribute>
3235 <attribute arch="resist_fear" editor="resist fear %" length="15" type="int">
3236 </attribute>
3237 <attribute arch="resist_deplete" editor="resist depletion %" length="15" type="int">
3238 </attribute>
3239 <attribute arch="resist_turn_undead" editor="resist turn undead %" length="15" type="int">
3240 </attribute>
3241 <attribute arch="resist_death" editor="resist death-attack %" length="15" type="int">
3242 </attribute>
3243 <attribute arch="resist_chaos" editor="resist chaos %" length="15" type="int">
3244 </attribute>
3245 <attribute arch="resist_blind" editor="resist blinding %" length="15" type="int">
3246 </attribute>
3247 <attribute arch="resist_holyword" editor="resist holy power %" length="15" type="int">
3248 </attribute>
3249 <attribute arch="resist_godpower" editor="resist godpower %" length="15" type="int">
3250 </attribute>
3251</section>
3252 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="npc message" type="text"> 3288 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="npc message" type="text">
3253 </attribute> 3289 </attribute>
3254</type> 3290</type>
3255 3291
3256<!--####################################################################--> 3292<!--####################################################################-->
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3261 <attribute arch="name_pl" /> 3297 <attribute arch="name_pl" />
3262 <attribute arch="nrof" /> 3298 <attribute arch="nrof" />
3263 <attribute arch="value" /> 3299 <attribute arch="value" />
3264 <attribute arch="unpaid" /> 3300 <attribute arch="unpaid" />
3265 </ignore> 3301 </ignore>
3266 <description><![CDATA[ 3302 <description>
3267 A grimreaper is a monster that vanishes after it did some number of 3303 A grimreaper is a monster that vanishes after it did some number of
3268 draining attacks. ]]> <!-- XXX: is this ok? --> 3304 draining attacks.
3269 </description> 3305 </description>
3270<section name="grimreaper"> 3306<section name="grimreaper">
3271 <attribute arch="value" editor="attacks" type="int"> 3307 <attribute arch="value" editor="attacks" type="int">
3272 The object vanishes after this number of draining attacks. 3308 The object vanishes after this number of draining attacks.
3273 </attribute> 3309 </attribute>
… …
3281 </ignore> 3317 </ignore>
3282 <description><![CDATA[ 3318 <description><![CDATA[
3283 As the name implies, mood floors can change the "mood" of 3319 As the name implies, mood floors can change the "mood" of
3284 a monsters/NPC. For example, an unagressive monster could be 3320 a monsters/NPC. For example, an unagressive monster could be
3285 turned mad to start attacking. Similar, an agressive monster 3321 turned mad to start attacking. Similar, an agressive monster
3286 could be calmed. ]]> 3322 could be calmed.]]>
3287 </description> 3323 </description>
3288 <use><![CDATA[ 3324 <use><![CDATA[
3289 Mood floors are absolutely cool for NPC interaction. To make an 3325 Mood floors are absolutely cool for NPC interaction. To make an
3290 unaggressive monster/NPC attack, put a creator with "other_arch 3326 unaggressive monster/NPC attack, put a creator with "other_arch
3291 furious_floor" under it. Connect the creator to a magic_ear, so the 3327 furious_floor" under it. Connect the creator to a magic_ear, so the
… …
3295 it directly to a magic_ear. Then the player speaks a keyword like 3331 it directly to a magic_ear. Then the player speaks a keyword like
3296 "help me" - and the NPC joins him as pet. 3332 "help me" - and the NPC joins him as pet.
3297 <br><br> 3333 <br><br>
3298 (Of course you must always give clear hints about keywords! 3334 (Of course you must always give clear hints about keywords!
3299 And there is no reason why you couldn't use a button/lever/pedestal 3335 And there is no reason why you couldn't use a button/lever/pedestal
3300 etc. instead of a magic_ear.) ]]> 3336 etc. instead of a magic_ear.)]]>
3301 </use> 3337 </use>
3302 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 3338 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
3303 <attribute arch="last_sp" editor="mood" type="list_mood"> 3339 <attribute arch="last_sp" editor="mood" type="list_mood">
3304 &lt;mood&gt; is used to determine what will happen to the 3340 &lt;mood&gt; is used to determine what will happen to the
3305 monster when affected by the mood floor: 3341 monster when affected by the mood floor:
… …
3315 &lt;mood&gt; 'charm': Turns monster into a pet of person 3351 &lt;mood&gt; 'charm': Turns monster into a pet of person
3316 who triggers the square. This setting is not 3352 who triggers the square. This setting is not
3317 enabled for continous operation, you need to 3353 enabled for continous operation, you need to
3318 insert a &lt;connection&gt; value! 3354 insert a &lt;connection&gt; value!
3319 </attribute> 3355 </attribute>
3320 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 3356 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
3321 This should only be set in combination with &lt;mood number&gt; 4. 3357 This should only be set in combination with &lt;mood number&gt; 4.
3322 Normally, monsters are affected by the mood floor as soon as they 3358 Normally, monsters are affected by the mood floor as soon as they
3323 step on it. But charming (monster -&gt; pet) is too powerful, 3359 step on it. But charming (monster -&gt; pet) is too powerful,
3324 so it needs to be activated. 3360 so it needs to be activated.
3325 3361
… …
3349 can monsters. Motion is involuntary. Additionally, players or 3385 can monsters. Motion is involuntary. Additionally, players or
3350 monsters can be "frozen" while ontop of movers so that they MUST 3386 monsters can be "frozen" while ontop of movers so that they MUST
3351 move along a chain of them. 3387 move along a chain of them.
3352 <br><br> 3388 <br><br>
3353 Multisquare monsters can be moved as well, given 3389 Multisquare monsters can be moved as well, given
3354 enough space. Movers are usually invisible. ]]> 3390 enough space. Movers are usually invisible.]]>
3355 </description> 3391 </description>
3356 <use><![CDATA[ 3392 <use><![CDATA[
3357 NEVER EVER consider a mover being unpassable in the backwards 3393 NEVER EVER consider a mover being unpassable in the backwards
3358 direction. Setting "forced movement" makes it seemingly impossible 3394 direction. Setting "forced movement" makes it seemingly impossible
3359 but there is still a trick: One player can push a second player 3395 but there is still a trick: One player can push a second player
… …
3366 cannot be discovered with the show_invisible spell. 3402 cannot be discovered with the show_invisible spell.
3367 <br><br> 3403 <br><br>
3368 Note that Movers and Directors are seperate objects, even though 3404 Note that Movers and Directors are seperate objects, even though
3369 they look and act similar. Directors only do spells/missiles, 3405 they look and act similar. Directors only do spells/missiles,
3370 while movers only do living creatures (depending on how it 3406 while movers only do living creatures (depending on how it
3371 is set: monsters and players). ]]> 3407 is set: monsters and players).]]>
3372 </use> 3408 </use>
3373 <attribute arch="attacktype" editor="forced movement" type="bool"> 3409 <attribute arch="attacktype" editor="forced movement" type="bool">
3374 If forced movement is enabled, the mover "freezes" anyone it 3410 If forced movement is enabled, the mover "freezes" anyone it
3375 moves (so they are forced to move along a chain). 3411 moves (so they are forced to move along a chain).
3376 For players there is no way to escape this forced movement, 3412 For players there is no way to escape this forced movement,
… …
3428 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" /> 3464 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
3429 </ignore> 3465 </ignore>
3430 <description><![CDATA[ 3466 <description><![CDATA[
3431 Pedestals are designed to detect certain types of living objects. 3467 Pedestals are designed to detect certain types of living objects.
3432 When a predefined type of living creature steps on the pedestal, the 3468 When a predefined type of living creature steps on the pedestal, the
3433 connected value is triggered. ]]> 3469 connected value is triggered.]]>
3434 </description> 3470 </description>
3435 <use><![CDATA[ 3471 <use><![CDATA[
3436 If you want to create a place where only players of a certain race 3472 If you want to create a place where only players of a certain race
3437 can enter, put a teleporter over your pedestal. So the teleporter is 3473 can enter, put a teleporter over your pedestal. So the teleporter is
3438 only activated for players of the matching race. Do not use gates, 3474 only activated for players of the matching race. Do not use gates,
3439 because many other players could sneak in. If you put powerful 3475 because many other players could sneak in. If you put powerful
3440 artifacts into such places, generally set "startequip 1", so that 3476 artifacts into such places, generally set "startequip 1", so that
3441 they are preserved for that one race and can't be traded to others. ]]> 3477 they are preserved for that one race and can't be traded to others.]]>
3442 </use> 3478 </use>
3443 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 3479 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
3444 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="match race" type="string"> 3480 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="match race" type="string">
3445 the &lt;match race&gt; defines the object we're looking for. If &lt;match race&gt; 3481 the &lt;match race&gt; defines the object we're looking for. If &lt;match race&gt;
3446 matches the monster's or the player's race, we have a match. 3482 matches the monster's or the player's race, we have a match.
… …
3449 3485
3450 If it is set to "player", any player stepping on the pedestal 3486 If it is set to "player", any player stepping on the pedestal
3451 is a match. Very useful if you want to open a gate for players 3487 is a match. Very useful if you want to open a gate for players
3452 but not for monsters. 3488 but not for monsters.
3453 </attribute> 3489 </attribute>
3454 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 3490 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
3455 When the pedestal is triggered, all objects with the same 3491 When the pedestal is triggered, all objects with the same
3456 connection value get activated. 3492 connection value get activated.
3457 </attribute> 3493 </attribute>
3458 &move_on; 3494 &move_on;
3459</type> 3495</type>
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3464 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" /> 3500 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
3465 </ignore> 3501 </ignore>
3466 <description><![CDATA[ 3502 <description><![CDATA[
3467 Pits are holes, transporting the player when he walks (and falls) into them. 3503 Pits are holes, transporting the player when he walks (and falls) into them.
3468 A speciality about pits is that they don't transport the player to 3504 A speciality about pits is that they don't transport the player to
3469 the exact destination, but within a two-square radius of the destination 3505 the exact destination, but within a configurable radius of the destination
3470 (never on blocked squares).<br> 3506 (never on blocked squares).<br>
3471 Optionally, pits can get closed and opened, similar to gates.<br><br> 3507 Optionally, pits can get closed and opened, similar to gates.<br><br>
3472 Monsters and items are affected by pits just as well as players. 3508 Monsters and items are affected by pits just as well as players.
3473 Even multipart monsters can fall through them, given enough space. ]]> 3509 Even multipart monsters can fall through them, given enough space.]]>
3474 </description> 3510 </description>
3475 <use><![CDATA[ 3511 <use><![CDATA[
3476 Pits can add interesting effects to your map. When using them, make 3512 Pits can add interesting effects to your map. When using them, make
3477 sure to use them in a "logical way": Pits should always drop the 3513 sure to use them in a "logical way": Pits should always drop the
3478 player to some kind of lower level. They should not be used to 3514 player to some kind of lower level. They should not be used to
3479 randomly interconnect maps like teleporters do. ]]> 3515 randomly interconnect maps like teleporters do.]]>
3480 </use> 3516 </use>
3481 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 3517 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
3518 <attribute arch="range" editor="spread radius" type="int">
3519 The radius of the square area that the pit will randomly put the player into (0 to 3, default 1).
3520 </attribute>
3482 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 3521 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
3483 When a &lt;connection&gt; value is set, the pit can be opened/closed 3522 When a &lt;connection&gt; value is set, the pit can be opened/closed
3484 by activating the connection. 3523 by activating the connection.
3485 </attribute> 3524 </attribute>
3525 &activate_on;
3486 <attribute arch="hp" editor="destination X" type="int"> 3526 <attribute arch="hp" editor="destination X" type="int">
3487 The pit will transport creatures (and items) randomly into a two-square 3527 The pit will transport creatures (and items) randomly into a two-square
3488 radius of the destination coordinates. 3528 radius of the destination coordinates.
3489 If the destination square becomes blocked, the pit will act like 3529 If the destination square becomes blocked, the pit will act like
3490 being filled up and not work anymore! 3530 being filled up and not work anymore!
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3506 3546
3507<!--####################################################################--> 3547<!--####################################################################-->
3508<type number="7" name="Poison Food"> 3548<type number="7" name="Poison Food">
3509 <description><![CDATA[ 3549 <description><![CDATA[
3510 When eating, the player's stomache is drained by 1/4 of food. 3550 When eating, the player's stomache is drained by 1/4 of food.
3511 If his food drops to zero, the player might even die. ]]> 3551 If his food drops to zero, the player might even die.]]>
3512 </description> 3552 </description>
3513</type> 3553</type>
3514 3554
3515<!--####################################################################--> 3555<!--####################################################################-->
3516<type number="5" name="Potion"> 3556<type number="5" name="Potion">
3517 <description><![CDATA[ 3557 <description><![CDATA[
3518 The player can drink these and gain various kinds of benefits 3558 The player can drink these and gain various kinds of benefits
3519 (/penalties) by doing so. ]]> 3559 (/penalties) by doing so.]]>
3520 </description> 3560 </description>
3521 <use><![CDATA[ 3561 <use><![CDATA[
3522 One potion should never give multiple benefits at once. ]]> 3562 One potion should never give multiple benefits at once.]]>
3523 </use> 3563 </use>
3524 <attribute arch="level" editor="potion level" type="int"> 3564 <attribute arch="level" editor="potion level" type="int">
3525 If the potion contains a spell, the spell is cast at this level. 3565 If the potion contains a spell, the spell is cast at this level.
3526 For other potions it should be set at least to 1. 3566 For other potions it should be set at least to 1.
3527 </attribute> 3567 </attribute>
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3545 </attribute> 3585 </attribute>
3546 <attribute arch="startequip" editor="godgiven item" type="bool"> 3586 <attribute arch="startequip" editor="godgiven item" type="bool">
3547 A godgiven item vanishes as soon as the player 3587 A godgiven item vanishes as soon as the player
3548 drops it to the ground. 3588 drops it to the ground.
3549 </attribute> 3589 </attribute>
3550<section name="stats"> 3590 &player_stat_resist_sections;
3551 <attribute arch="Str" editor="strength" type="int">
3552 The player's strentgh will rise/fall by the given value for permanent
3553 (of course there is an upper limit). Generally there shouldn't be stat
3554 potions granting more than one stat. Cursed potions will subtract the
3555 stats if positive.
3556 </attribute>
3557 <attribute arch="Dex" editor="dexterity" type="int">
3558 The player's dexterity will rise/fall by the given value for permanent
3559 (of course there is an upper limit). Generally there shouldn't be stat
3560 potions granting more than one stat. Cursed potions will subtract the
3561 stats if positive.
3562 </attribute>
3563 <attribute arch="Con" editor="constitution" type="int">
3564 The player's constitution will rise/fall by the given value for permanent
3565 (of course there is an upper limit). Generally there shouldn't be stat
3566 potions granting more than one stat. Cursed potions will subtract the
3567 stats if positive.
3568 </attribute>
3569 <attribute arch="Int" editor="intelligence" type="int">
3570 The player's intelligence will rise/fall by the given value for permanent
3571 (of course there is an upper limit). Generally there shouldn't be stat
3572 potions granting more than one stat. Cursed potions will subtract the
3573 stats if positive.
3574 </attribute>
3575 <attribute arch="Pow" editor="power" type="int">
3576 The player's power will rise/fall by the given value for permanent
3577 (of course there is an upper limit). Generally there shouldn't be stat
3578 potions granting more than one stat. Cursed potions will subtract the
3579 stats if positive.
3580 </attribute>
3581 <attribute arch="Wis" editor="wisdom" type="int">
3582 The player's wisdom will rise/fall by the given value for permanent
3583 (of course there is an upper limit). Generally there shouldn't be stat
3584 potions granting more than one stat. Cursed potions will subtract the
3585 stats if positive.
3586 </attribute>
3587 <attribute arch="Cha" editor="charisma" type="int">
3588 The player's charisma will rise/fall by the given value for permanent
3589 (of course there is an upper limit). Generally there shouldn't be stat
3590 potions granting more than one stat. Cursed potions will subtract the
3591 stats if positive.
3592 </attribute>
3593</section>
3594<section name="resistance">
3595 <attribute arch="resist_physical" editor="resist physical %" length="15" type="int">
3596 The player's resistance to physical will rise by this value in percent
3597 (range -100 till +100). The effect is only temporare, and it does NOT
3598 add on the values from the player's equipment.
3599 Cursed potions will make negative resistance.. very nasty in combat!
3600 </attribute>
3601 <attribute arch="resist_magic" editor="resist magic %" length="15" type="int">
3602 The player's resistance to magic will rise by this value in percent
3603 (range -100 till +100). The effect is only temporare, and it does NOT
3604 add on the values from the player's equipment.
3605 Cursed potions will make negative resistance.. very nasty in combat!
3606 </attribute>
3607 <attribute arch="resist_fire" editor="resist fire %" length="15" type="int">
3608 The player's resistance to fire will rise by this value in percent
3609 (range -100 till +100). The effect is only temporare, and it does NOT
3610 add on the values from the player's equipment.
3611 Cursed potions will make negative resistance.. very nasty in combat!
3612 </attribute>
3613 <attribute arch="resist_electricity" editor="resist electricity %" length="15" type="int">
3614 The player's resistance to electricity will rise by this value in percent
3615 (range -100 till +100). The effect is only temporare, and it does NOT
3616 add on the values from the player's equipment.
3617 Cursed potions will make negative resistance.. very nasty in combat!
3618 </attribute>
3619 <attribute arch="resist_cold" editor="resist cold %" length="15" type="int">
3620 The player's resistance to cold will rise by this value in percent
3621 (range -100 till +100). The effect is only temporare, and it does NOT
3622 add on the values from the player's equipment.
3623 Cursed potions will make negative resistance.. very nasty in combat!
3624 </attribute>
3625 <attribute arch="resist_acid" editor="resist acid %" length="15" type="int">
3626 The player's resistance to acid will rise by this value in percent
3627 (range -100 till +100). The effect is only temporare, and it does NOT
3628 add on the values from the player's equipment.
3629 Cursed potions will make negative resistance.. very nasty in combat!
3630 </attribute>
3631 <attribute arch="resist_confusion" editor="resist confusion %" length="15" type="int">
3632 The player's resistance to confusion will rise by this value in percent
3633 (range -100 till +100). The effect is only temporare, and it does NOT
3634 add on the values from the player's equipment.
3635 Cursed potions will make negative resistance.. very nasty in combat!
3636 </attribute>
3637 <attribute arch="resist_weaponmagic" editor="resist weaponmagic %" length="15" type="int">
3638 The player's resistance to weaponmagic will rise by this value in percent
3639 (range -100 till +100). The effect is only temporare, and it does NOT
3640 add on the values from the player's equipment.
3641 Cursed potions will make negative resistance.. very nasty in combat!
3642 </attribute>
3643 <attribute arch="resist_paralyze" editor="resist paralyze %" length="15" type="int">
3644 The player's resistance to paralyze will rise by this value in percent
3645 (range -100 till +100). The effect is only temporare, and it does NOT
3646 add on the values from the player's equipment.
3647 Cursed potions will make negative resistance.. very nasty in combat!
3648 </attribute>
3649 <attribute arch="resist_drain" editor="resist draining %" length="15" type="int">
3650 The player's resistance to draining will rise by this value in percent
3651 (range -100 till +100). The effect is only temporare, and it does NOT
3652 add on the values from the player's equipment.
3653 Cursed potions will make negative resistance.. very nasty in combat!
3654 </attribute>
3655 <attribute arch="resist_deplete" editor="resist depletion %" length="15" type="int">
3656 The player's resistance to depletion will rise by this value in percent
3657 (range -100 till +100). The effect is only temporare, and it does NOT
3658 add on the values from the player's equipment.
3659 Cursed potions will make negative resistance.. very nasty in combat!
3660 </attribute>
3661 <attribute arch="resist_poison" editor="resist poison %" length="15" type="int">
3662 The player's resistance to poison will rise by this value in percent
3663 (range -100 till +100). The effect is only temporare, and it does NOT
3664 add on the values from the player's equipment.
3665 Cursed potions will make negative resistance.. very nasty in combat!
3666 </attribute>
3667</section>
3668</type> 3591</type>
3669 3592
3670<!--####################################################################--> 3593<!--####################################################################-->
3671<type number="156" name="Power Crystal"> 3594<type number="156" name="Power Crystal">
3672 <description><![CDATA[ 3595 <description><![CDATA[
3673 Power crystals can store a player's mana: 3596 Power crystals can store a player's mana:
3674 When the player applies the crystal with full mana, half of 3597 When the player applies the crystal with full mana, half of
3675 it flows into the crystal. When the player applies it with 3598 it flows into the crystal. When the player applies it with
3676 lacking mana, the crystal replenishes the player's mana. ]]> 3599 lacking mana, the crystal replenishes the player's mana.]]>
3677 </description> 3600 </description>
3678 <attribute arch="sp" editor="initial mana" type="int"> 3601 <attribute arch="sp" editor="initial mana" type="int">
3679 &lt;initial mana&gt; is the amount of spellpoints that the 3602 &lt;initial mana&gt; is the amount of spellpoints that the
3680 crystal holds when the map is loaded. 3603 crystal holds when the map is loaded.
3681 </attribute> 3604 </attribute>
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3693 Projectiles like arrows/crossbow bolts are used as ammunition 3616 Projectiles like arrows/crossbow bolts are used as ammunition
3694 for shooting weapons. 3617 for shooting weapons.
3695 <br><br> 3618 <br><br>
3696 It's very easy to add new pairs of weapons &amp; projectiles. 3619 It's very easy to add new pairs of weapons &amp; projectiles.
3697 Just set matching &lt;ammunition class&gt; both for shooting 3620 Just set matching &lt;ammunition class&gt; both for shooting
3698 weapon and projectile. ]]> 3621 weapon and projectile.]]>
3699 </description> 3622 </description>
3700 <use><![CDATA[ 3623 <use><![CDATA[
3701 If you want to create new kinds of projectiles, you could 3624 If you want to create new kinds of projectiles, you could
3702 add an alchemical receipe to create these. 3625 add an alchemical receipe to create these.
3703 3626
3704 Don't create new pairs of weapons &amp; projectiles unless 3627 Don't create new pairs of weapons &amp; projectiles unless
3705 they really fullfill a useful purpose. In fact, even bows 3628 they really fullfill a useful purpose. In fact, even bows
3706 and crossbows are rarely ever used. ]]> 3629 and crossbows are rarely ever used.]]>
3707 </use> 3630 </use>
3708 <attribute arch="attacktype" editor="attacktype" type="bitmask_attacktype"> 3631 <attribute arch="attacktype" editor="attacktype" type="bitmask_attacktype">
3709 This number is a bitmask, specifying the projectile's attacktypes. 3632 This number is a bitmask, specifying the projectile's attacktypes.
3710 Attacktypes are: physical, magical, fire, cold.. etc. 3633 Attacktypes are: physical, magical, fire, cold.. etc.
3711 This works identical to melee weapons. Note that shooting 3634 This works identical to melee weapons. Note that shooting
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3773<type number="70" name="Ring"> 3696<type number="70" name="Ring">
3774 <import_type name="Amulet" /> 3697 <import_type name="Amulet" />
3775 <description><![CDATA[ 3698 <description><![CDATA[
3776 Rings are worn on the hands - one ring each. 3699 Rings are worn on the hands - one ring each.
3777 Wearing rings, the object's stats will directly be inherited to 3700 Wearing rings, the object's stats will directly be inherited to
3778 the player. Usually enhancing his spellcasting potential. ]]> 3701 the player. Usually enhancing his spellcasting potential.]]>
3779 </description> 3702 </description>
3780 <use><![CDATA[ 3703 <use><![CDATA[
3781 When you create an artifact ring, never forget that players can 3704 When you create an artifact ring, never forget that players can
3782 wear <B>two</B> rings! Due to that it is extremely important to 3705 wear <B>two</B> rings! Due to that it is extremely important to
3783 keep rings in balance with the game. 3706 keep rings in balance with the game.
3784 <br><br> 3707 <br><br>
3785 Also keep in mind that rings are generally the wizard's tools. 3708 Also keep in mind that rings are generally the wizard's tools.
3786 They should primarily grant bonuses to spellcasting abilities 3709 They should primarily grant bonuses to spellcasting abilities
3787 and non-physical resistances. ]]> 3710 and non-physical resistances.]]>
3788 </use> 3711 </use>
3789</type> 3712</type>
3790 3713
3791<!--####################################################################--> 3714<!--####################################################################-->
3792<type number="3" name="Rod"> 3715<type number="3" name="Rod">
… …
3795 </ignore> 3718 </ignore>
3796 <description><![CDATA[ 3719 <description><![CDATA[
3797 A rod contains a spell. The player can use this spell by applying and 3720 A rod contains a spell. The player can use this spell by applying and
3798 fireing the rod. Rods need time to regenerate their "internal" spellpoints, 3721 fireing the rod. Rods need time to regenerate their "internal" spellpoints,
3799 lowering the effectiveness in combat. But unlike wands/scrolls, rods can be 3722 lowering the effectiveness in combat. But unlike wands/scrolls, rods can be
3800 used endlessly. ]]> 3723 used endlessly.]]>
3801 </description> 3724 </description>
3802 <use><![CDATA[ 3725 <use><![CDATA[
3803 Rods with healing/curing spells are extremely powerful. Usually, potions have 3726 Rods with healing/curing spells are extremely powerful. Usually, potions have
3804 to be used for that purpose. Though, potions are expensive and only good for 3727 to be used for that purpose. Though, potions are expensive and only good for
3805 one-time-use.<br> ]]> 3728 one-time-use.<br>]]>
3806 </use> 3729 </use>
3807 <attribute arch="sp" editor="spell" type="spell"> 3730 <attribute arch="sp" editor="spell" type="spell">
3808 Sets the &lt;spell&gt; of the rod. Consider twice before handing out special 3731 Sets the &lt;spell&gt; of the rod. Consider twice before handing out special
3809 rods to players, since they can be used endlessly without any mana cost! 3732 rods to players, since they can be used endlessly without any mana cost!
3810 Rods with heal/ restoration/ protection spells, IF available, MUST be 3733 Rods with heal/ restoration/ protection spells, IF available, MUST be
… …
3850 Runes hit any monster or person who steps on them for 'dam' damage in 3773 Runes hit any monster or person who steps on them for 'dam' damage in
3851 'attacktype' attacktype. Alternatively, the rune could contain any spell, 3774 'attacktype' attacktype. Alternatively, the rune could contain any spell,
3852 and will cast this spell when it detonates. Yet another kind is the 3775 and will cast this spell when it detonates. Yet another kind is the
3853 "summoning rune", summoning predefined monsters of any kind, at detonation. 3776 "summoning rune", summoning predefined monsters of any kind, at detonation.
3854 <br><br> 3777 <br><br>
3855 Many runes are already defined in the archetypes. ]]> 3778 Many runes are already defined in the archetypes.]]>
3856 </description> 3779 </description>
3857 <use><![CDATA[ 3780 <use><![CDATA[
3858 Avoid monsters stepping on your runes. For example, summoning runes 3781 Avoid monsters stepping on your runes. For example, summoning runes
3859 together with spellcasting- and attack-runes is usually a bad idea. ]]> 3782 together with spellcasting- and attack-runes is usually a bad idea.]]>
3860 </use> 3783 </use>
3861 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 3784 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
3862 &move_on; 3785 &move_on;
3863 <attribute arch="level" editor="rune level" type="int"> 3786 <attribute arch="level" editor="rune level" type="int">
3864 This value sets the level the rune will cast the spell it contains at, 3787 This value sets the level the rune will cast the spell it contains at,
… …
3932 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" /> 3855 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
3933 </ignore> 3856 </ignore>
3934 <description><![CDATA[ 3857 <description><![CDATA[
3935 When the player applies a savebed, he is not only saved. Both his 3858 When the player applies a savebed, he is not only saved. Both his
3936 respawn-after-death and his word-of-recall positions are pointing 3859 respawn-after-death and his word-of-recall positions are pointing
3937 to the last-applied savebed. ]]> 3860 to the last-applied savebed.]]>
3938 </description> 3861 </description>
3939 <use><![CDATA[ 3862 <use><![CDATA[
3940 Put savebed locations in towns, do not put them into dungeons. 3863 Put savebed locations in towns, do not put them into dungeons.
3941 It is absolutely neccessary that a place with savebeds is 100% secure. 3864 It is absolutely neccessary that a place with savebeds is 100% secure.
3942 That means: 3865 That means:
3943 <UL> 3866 <UL>
3944 <LI> Monsters must not be able to reach the savebeds under any circumstances! 3867 <LI> Monsters must not be able to reach the savebeds under any circumstances!
3945 <LI> If there are NPCs around, make sure they have the friendly-flag set. 3868 <LI> If there are NPCs around, make sure they have the friendly-flag set.
3946 <LI> Insert a relyable exit! Make sure there is no possibility that 3869 <LI> Insert a reliable exit! Make sure there is no possibility that
3947 players get trapped in a savebed location. 3870 players get trapped in a savebed location.
3948 <LI> If possible, mark the whole site as no-spell area (Insert this 3871 <LI> If possible, mark the whole site as no-spell area (Insert this
3949 arch called "dungeon_magic" everywhere). This is not required, 3872 arch called "dungeon_magic" everywhere). This is not required,
3950 but it makes the place much more safe. 3873 but it makes the place much more safe.
3951 </UL> ]]> 3874 </UL>]]>
3952 </use> 3875 </use>
3953 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 3876 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
3954 <attribute arch="no_magic" value="1" type="fixed" /> 3877 <attribute arch="no_magic" value="1" type="fixed" />
3955 <attribute arch="damned" value="1" type="fixed" /> 3878 <attribute arch="damned" value="1" type="fixed" />
3956</type> 3879</type>
… …
3963 <description><![CDATA[ 3886 <description><![CDATA[
3964 Scrolls contain spells (similar to spell-potions). Unlike potions, 3887 Scrolls contain spells (similar to spell-potions). Unlike potions,
3965 scrolls require a certain literacy skill to read successfully. 3888 scrolls require a certain literacy skill to read successfully.
3966 Accordingly, for a successful reading, a small amount of 3889 Accordingly, for a successful reading, a small amount of
3967 experience is gained. Scrolls allow only one time usage, but 3890 experience is gained. Scrolls allow only one time usage, but
3968 usually they are sold in bulks. ]]> 3891 usually they are sold in bulks.]]>
3969 </description> 3892 </description>
3970 <use><![CDATA[ 3893 <use><![CDATA[
3971 For low level quests, scrolls of healing/curing-spells 3894 For low level quests, scrolls of healing/curing-spells
3972 can be a nice reward. At higher levels, scrolls become less 3895 can be a nice reward. At higher levels, scrolls become less
3973 and less useful. ]]> 3896 and less useful.]]>
3974 </use> 3897 </use>
3975 <attribute arch="level" editor="casting level" type="int"> 3898 <attribute arch="level" editor="casting level" type="int">
3976 The spell of the scroll will be casted at this level. 3899 The spell of the scroll will be casted at this level.
3977 This value should always be set, at least to 1. 3900 This value should always be set, at least to 1.
3978 </attribute> 3901 </attribute>
… …
3990<type number="33" name="Shield"> 3913<type number="33" name="Shield">
3991 <import_type name="Amulet" /> 3914 <import_type name="Amulet" />
3992 <description><![CDATA[ 3915 <description><![CDATA[
3993 Wearing a shield, the object's stats will directly be inherited to 3916 Wearing a shield, the object's stats will directly be inherited to
3994 the player. Shields usually provide good defense, only surpassed 3917 the player. Shields usually provide good defense, only surpassed
3995 by brestplate armour. Resistances on shields aren't uncommon either. ]]> 3918 by brestplate armour. Resistances on shields aren't uncommon either.]]>
3996 </description> 3919 </description>
3997 <use><![CDATA[ 3920 <use><![CDATA[
3998 Feel free to create your own special artifacts. However, it is very 3921 Feel free to create your own special artifacts. However, it is very
3999 important that you keep your artifact in balance with existing maps. ]]> 3922 important that you keep your artifact in balance with existing maps.]]>
4000 </use> 3923 </use>
4001 <attribute arch="magic" editor="magic bonus" type="int"> 3924 <attribute arch="magic" editor="magic bonus" type="int">
4002 &lt;magic bonus&gt; works just like ac, except that it can be improved by 3925 &lt;magic bonus&gt; works just like ac, except that it can be improved by
4003 "scrolls of Enchant Armour" or reduced by acid. It is less useful 3926 "scrolls of Enchant Armour" or reduced by acid. It is less useful
4004 than direct armour-class bonus on the shield. 3927 than direct armour-class bonus on the shield.
… …
4006</type> 3929</type>
4007 3930
4008<!--####################################################################--> 3931<!--####################################################################-->
4009<type number="14" name="Shooting Weapon"> 3932<type number="14" name="Shooting Weapon">
4010 <description><![CDATA[ 3933 <description><![CDATA[
4011 Schooting weapons like bows/crossbows are used to shoot projectiles 3934 Shooting weapons like bows/crossbows are used to shoot projectiles
4012 (arrows/bolts). Shooting weapons and normal (melee) weapons can be 3935 (arrows/bolts). Shooting weapons and normal (melee) weapons can be
4013 wielded both at the same time. Like with any other equipment, 3936 wielded both at the same time. Like with any other equipment,
4014 stats/bonuses from shooting weapons are directly inherited to the player. 3937 stats/bonuses from shooting weapons are directly inherited to the player.
4015 <br><br> 3938 <br><br>
4016 It's very easy to add new pairs of weapons &amp; projectiles. 3939 It's very easy to add new pairs of weapons &amp; projectiles.
4017 Just set matching &lt;ammunition class&gt; both for shooting 3940 Just set matching &lt;ammunition class&gt; both for shooting
4018 weapon and projectile. ]]> 3941 weapon and projectile.]]>
4019 </description> 3942 </description>
4020 <use><![CDATA[ 3943 <use><![CDATA[
4021 Shooting weapons should not add bonuses in general. There's already 3944 Shooting weapons should not add bonuses in general. There's already
4022 enough "equipment-slots" doing that: swords, rings, amulets, girdles etc. 3945 enough "equipment-slots" doing that: swords, rings, amulets, girdles etc.
4023 Schooting weapons should especially not add bonuses to the player 3946 Shooting weapons should especially not add bonuses to the player
4024 that have nothing to do with schooting. A Wisdom bonus on a bow 3947 that have nothing to do with schooting. A Wisdom bonus on a bow
4025 is crap for example! A name like "Longbow of great Wisdom" doesn't help 3948 is crap for example! A name like "Longbow of great Wisdom" doesn't help
4026 - still crap. ]]> 3949 - still crap.]]>
4027 </use> 3950 </use>
4028 <attribute arch="race" editor="ammunition class" type="string"> 3951 <attribute arch="race" editor="ammunition class" type="string">
4029 Only projectiles with matching &lt;ammunition class&gt; can be fired 3952 Only projectiles with matching &lt;ammunition class&gt; can be fired
4030 with this weapon. For normal bows set "arrows", for normal 3953 with this weapon. For normal bows set "arrows", for normal
4031 crossbows set "crossbow bolts". 3954 crossbows set "crossbow bolts".
… …
4060 amount of &lt;item power&gt;, depending on their own level. This is the 3983 amount of &lt;item power&gt;, depending on their own level. This is the
4061 only way to prevent low level players to wear "undeserved" equipment 3984 only way to prevent low level players to wear "undeserved" equipment
4062 (like gifts from other players or cheated items). 3985 (like gifts from other players or cheated items).
4063 3986
4064 It is very important to adjust the &lt;item power&gt; value carefully 3987 It is very important to adjust the &lt;item power&gt; value carefully
4065 for every artifact you create! If zero/unset, the CF server will 3988 for every artifact you create! If zero/unset, the Deliantra server will
4066 calculate a provisional value at runtime, but this is never 3989 calculate a provisional value at runtime, but this is never
4067 going to be an accurate measurement of &lt;item power&gt;. 3990 going to be an accurate measurement of &lt;item power&gt;.
4068 </attribute> 3991 </attribute>
4069 <attribute arch="no_strength" editor="ignore strength" type="bool"> 3992 <attribute arch="no_strength" editor="ignore strength" type="bool">
4070 Usually the player's strentgh takes effect on the damage 3993 Usually the player's strentgh takes effect on the damage
… …
4152 These items are all flagged as unpaid. 4075 These items are all flagged as unpaid.
4153 When a player drops an item onto shop floor, the item becomes 4076 When a player drops an item onto shop floor, the item becomes
4154 unpaid and the player receives payment according to the item's 4077 unpaid and the player receives payment according to the item's
4155 selling-value. 4078 selling-value.
4156 Shopfloor always prevents magic (To hinder players from burning 4079 Shopfloor always prevents magic (To hinder players from burning
4157 or freezing the goods). ]]> 4080 or freezing the goods).]]>
4158 </description> 4081 </description>
4159 <use><![CDATA[ 4082 <use><![CDATA[
4160 Tile your whole shop-interior space which shop floor. 4083 Tile your whole shop-interior space which shop floor.
4161 (That assures players receive payment for dropping items). 4084 (That assures players receive payment for dropping items).
4162 Place shop mats to enter/leave the shop, and make sure 4085 Place shop mats to enter/leave the shop, and make sure
4163 there is no other exit than the shop mat. ]]> 4086 there is no other exit than the shop mat.]]>
4164 </use> 4087 </use>
4165 <attribute arch="is_floor" value="1" type="fixed" /> 4088 <attribute arch="is_floor" value="1" type="fixed" />
4166 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 4089 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
4167 <attribute arch="no_magic" value="1" type="fixed" /> 4090 <attribute arch="no_magic" value="1" type="fixed" />
4168 <attribute arch="auto_apply" editor="generate goods" type="bool"> 4091 <attribute arch="auto_apply" editor="generate goods" type="bool">
… …
4202 "shopping-area" and one outside. Shop mats don't use exit paths/ 4125 "shopping-area" and one outside. Shop mats don't use exit paths/
4203 or -destinations. When stepping onto a shopmat the player gets beamed 4126 or -destinations. When stepping onto a shopmat the player gets beamed
4204 to the nearest other mat. If the player has unpaid items in his 4127 to the nearest other mat. If the player has unpaid items in his
4205 inventory, the price gets charged from his coins automatically. 4128 inventory, the price gets charged from his coins automatically.
4206 If the player has insufficient coins to buy his unpaid items, he 4129 If the player has insufficient coins to buy his unpaid items, he
4207 is unable to pass any shopmat (So he has to drop unpaid items). ]]> 4130 is unable to pass any shopmat (So he has to drop unpaid items).]]>
4208 </description> 4131 </description>
4209 <use><![CDATA[ 4132 <use><![CDATA[
4210 As stated above, always place TWO shop mats into your shop. 4133 As stated above, always place TWO shop mats into your shop.
4211 Not more and not less than that. ]]> 4134 Not more and not less than that.]]>
4212 </use> 4135 </use>
4213 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 4136 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
4214 &move_on; 4137 &move_on;
4215</type> 4138</type>
4216 4139
… …
4221 </ignore> 4144 </ignore>
4222 <description><![CDATA[ 4145 <description><![CDATA[
4223 The purpose of a sign or magic_mouth is to display a certain message to 4146 The purpose of a sign or magic_mouth is to display a certain message to
4224 the player. There are three ways to have the player get this message: 4147 the player. There are three ways to have the player get this message:
4225 The player walking onto it (-&gt; magic_mouth), the player pressing &lt;a&gt;pply 4148 The player walking onto it (-&gt; magic_mouth), the player pressing &lt;a&gt;pply
4226 (-&gt; sign) or the player triggering a button/handle/etc (-&gt; magic_mouth). ]]> 4149 (-&gt; sign) or the player triggering a button/handle/etc (-&gt; magic_mouth).]]>
4227 </description> 4150 </description>
4228 <use><![CDATA[ 4151 <use><![CDATA[
4229 Use signs and magic_mouths, plenty of them! Place magic_mouths to add 4152 Use signs and magic_mouths, plenty of them! Place magic_mouths to add
4230 some true roleplay feeling to your maps, support your storyline or give 4153 some true roleplay feeling to your maps, support your storyline or give
4231 hints about hidden secrets/dangers. Place signs to provide the player 4154 hints about hidden secrets/dangers. Place signs to provide the player
4232 with all kinds of useful information for getting along in your maps. ]]> 4155 with all kinds of useful information for getting along in your maps.]]>
4233 </use> 4156 </use>
4234 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 4157 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
4235 When a connection value is set, the message will be printed whenever 4158 When a connection value is set, the message will be printed whenever
4236 the connection is triggered. This should be used in combination with 4159 the connection is triggered. This should be used in combination with
4237 &lt;invisible&gt; enabled and &lt;activate by walking/flying&gt; disabled. 4160 &lt;invisible&gt; enabled and &lt;activate by walking/flying&gt; disabled.
4238 If activating your magic_mouth this way, the message will not only be 4161 If activating your magic_mouth this way, the message will not only be
4239 printed to one player, but all players on the current map. 4162 printed to one player, but all players on the current map.
4240 </attribute> 4163 </attribute>
4164 &activate_on;
4241 &move_on; 4165 &move_on;
4242 <attribute arch="food" editor="counter" type="int"> 4166 <attribute arch="food" editor="counter" type="int">
4243 If a counter-value is set (greater zero), the sign/magic_mouth can be applied 4167 If a counter-value is set (greater zero), the sign/magic_mouth can be applied
4244 (printing the message) only that many times. For signs this really shouldn't 4168 (printing the message) only that many times. For signs this really shouldn't
4245 be used, while for magic_mouths it is extremely helpful. 4169 be used, while for magic_mouths it is extremely helpful.
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4255 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="message" type="text"> 4179 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="message" type="text">
4256 This text will be displayed to the player. 4180 This text will be displayed to the player.
4257 </attribute> 4181 </attribute>
4258</type> 4182</type>
4259 4183
4184<type number="150" name="Shop Inventory">
4185 <ignore>
4186 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
4187 </ignore>
4188 <description><![CDATA[The purpose of a sign is to display the contents of a shop.]]>
4189 </description>
4190 <use><![CDATA[Use these signs to present the player a list of the items in the shop]]>
4191 </use>
4192 <attribute arch="shop_coords" editor="shop rectangle" type="string">
4193 The format of this field is: 'x1,y1,x2,y2'. It defines a rectangle on
4194 the map that will be searched for unpaid items.
4195 </attribute>
4196</type>
4197
4260<!--####################################################################--> 4198<!--####################################################################-->
4261<type number="43" name="Skill"> 4199<type number="43" name="Skill">
4262 <ignore> 4200 <ignore>
4263 <ignore_list name="system_object" /> 4201 <ignore_list name="system_object" />
4264 </ignore> 4202 </ignore>
4265 <description><![CDATA[ 4203 <description><![CDATA[
4266 Skills are objects which exist in the player/monster inventory. 4204 Skills are objects which exist in the player/monster inventory.
4267 Both NPC/monsters and players use the same skill archetypes. Not all skills 4205 Both NPC/monsters and players use the same skill archetypes. Not all skills
4268 are enabled for monster use however. ]]> 4206 are enabled for monster use however.]]>
4269 </description> 4207 </description>
4270 <use><![CDATA[ 4208 <use><![CDATA[
4271 For mapmaking, Skill objects serve two purposes: 4209 For mapmaking, Skill objects serve two purposes:
4272 <p>First, the predefined skill archtypes (in the 'skills' directory) 4210 <p>First, the predefined skill archtypes (in the 'skills' directory)
4273 can be seen as the global skill definitions. A skill which doesn't 4211 can be seen as the global skill definitions. A skill which doesn't
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4278 </p><p> 4216 </p><p>
4279 Secondly, in order to enable monsters to use skills, you will need to 4217 Secondly, in order to enable monsters to use skills, you will need to
4280 copy default skill archtypes into the monsters' inventories. 4218 copy default skill archtypes into the monsters' inventories.
4281 You can even customize the skills by changing stats. It is not 4219 You can even customize the skills by changing stats. It is not
4282 recommended however, to use skills in your maps which are totally 4220 recommended however, to use skills in your maps which are totally
4283 unrelated to any predefined skill archtype.</p> ]]> 4221 unrelated to any predefined skill archtype.</p>]]>
4284 </use> 4222 </use>
4285 <attribute arch="invisible" value="1" type="fixed" /> 4223 <attribute arch="invisible" value="1" type="fixed" />
4286 <attribute arch="no_drop" value="1" type="fixed" /> 4224 <attribute arch="no_drop" value="1" type="fixed" />
4287 <attribute arch="skill" editor="skill name" type="string"> 4225 <attribute arch="skill" editor="skill name" type="string">
4288 The &lt;skill name&gt; is used for matchings. When a usable 4226 The &lt;skill name&gt; is used for matchings. When a usable
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4298 expmul is 1, the player will get 500 added to that skill as well as 4236 expmul is 1, the player will get 500 added to that skill as well as
4299 500 to their total. 4237 500 to their total.
4300 </attribute> 4238 </attribute>
4301 <attribute arch="subtype" editor="skill type" type="list_skill_type"> 4239 <attribute arch="subtype" editor="skill type" type="list_skill_type">
4302 The &lt;skill type&gt; defines the base functionality of the skill. 4240 The &lt;skill type&gt; defines the base functionality of the skill.
4303 Skill types are hardcoded in the Crossfire server. It isn't hard to 4241 Skill types are hardcoded in the Deliantra server. It isn't hard to
4304 create new skill types, but it requires a bit of server-coding. 4242 create new skill types, but it requires a bit of server-coding.
4305 </attribute> 4243 </attribute>
4306 <attribute arch="level" editor="level" type="int"> 4244 <attribute arch="level" editor="level" type="int">
4307 </attribute> 4245 </attribute>
4308 <attribute arch="exp" editor="experience" type="int"> 4246 <attribute arch="exp" editor="experience" type="int">
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4317 4255
4318<!--####################################################################--> 4256<!--####################################################################-->
4319<type number="130" name="Skill Scroll"> 4257<type number="130" name="Skill Scroll">
4320 <description><![CDATA[ 4258 <description><![CDATA[
4321 By reading a skill scroll, a player has a chance to learn the 4259 By reading a skill scroll, a player has a chance to learn the
4322 contained skill. ]]> 4260 contained skill.]]>
4323 </description> 4261 </description>
4324 <use><![CDATA[ 4262 <use><![CDATA[
4325 Skill scrolls are very much sought for by players. Currently, 4263 Skill scrolls are very much sought for by players. Currently,
4326 all skill scrolls are sold in shops randomly, which is in fact not 4264 all skill scrolls are sold in shops randomly, which is in fact not
4327 a good system. It would be nice to have some cool quests with 4265 a good system. It would be nice to have some cool quests with
4328 skill scrolls rewarded at the end. ]]> 4266 skill scrolls rewarded at the end.]]>
4329 </use> 4267 </use>
4330 <attribute arch="race" value="scrolls" type="fixed" /> 4268 <attribute arch="race" value="scrolls" type="fixed" />
4331 <attribute arch="skill" editor="skill name" type="string"> 4269 <attribute arch="skill" editor="skill name" type="string">
4332 The &lt;skill name&gt; matches the skill object that can 4270 The &lt;skill name&gt; matches the skill object that can
4333 be learned from this scroll. 4271 be learned from this scroll.
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4343 When carrying the appropriate special key, a locked door can 4281 When carrying the appropriate special key, a locked door can
4344 be opened. The key will dissapear. 4282 be opened. The key will dissapear.
4345 <br><br> 4283 <br><br>
4346 This object-type can also be used for "passport"-like items: 4284 This object-type can also be used for "passport"-like items:
4347 When walking onto an invetory checker, a gate for example might 4285 When walking onto an invetory checker, a gate for example might
4348 get opened. The "passport" will stay in the player's inventory. ]]> 4286 get opened. The "passport" will stay in the player's inventory.]]>
4349 </description> 4287 </description>
4350 <use><![CDATA[ 4288 <use><![CDATA[
4351 How to make a "passport": You take the special key arch 4289 How to make a "passport": You take the special key arch
4352 (archetype name is "key2"), set the face to something like 4290 (archetype name is "key2"), set the face to something like
4353 card.111 and the name to "passport" - that's all. The &lt;key string&gt; 4291 card.111 and the name to "passport" - that's all. The &lt;key string&gt;
4354 certainly must match with the appropiate inventory checker. 4292 certainly must match with the appropiate inventory checker.
4355 <br><br> 4293 <br><br>
4356 Of course you can be creative with names and faces of 4294 Of course you can be creative with names and faces of
4357 key-objects. A "mysterious crystal" or a "big dragon claw" 4295 key-objects. A "mysterious crystal" or a "big dragon claw"
4358 (with appropriate faces) appear more interesting than just 4296 (with appropriate faces) appear more interesting than just
4359 a "strange key", or "passport". ]]> 4297 a "strange key", or "passport".]]>
4360 </use> 4298 </use>
4361 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="key string" type="string"> 4299 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="key string" type="string">
4362 This string must be identical with the &lt;key string&gt; in the 4300 This string must be identical with the &lt;key string&gt; in the
4363 locked door, then it can be unlocked. It can also be used 4301 locked door, then it can be unlocked. It can also be used
4364 to trigger inventory checkers. 4302 to trigger inventory checkers.
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4399 players can learn it by reading the book. Once learned, players 4337 players can learn it by reading the book. Once learned, players
4400 can use the spell as often as they like. With increasing skill level 4338 can use the spell as often as they like. With increasing skill level
4401 of the player, spells may gain power but also increase cost.<br> 4339 of the player, spells may gain power but also increase cost.<br>
4402 Monsters can use spells which are put in their inventory (provided 4340 Monsters can use spells which are put in their inventory (provided
4403 that certain "enabling" settings are correct). The monster's 4341 that certain "enabling" settings are correct). The monster's
4404 &lt;treasurelist&gt; can also be used to provide it with spells. ]]> 4342 &lt;treasurelist&gt; can also be used to provide it with spells.]]>
4405 </description> 4343 </description>
4406 <use><![CDATA[ 4344 <use><![CDATA[
4407 A lot of the spells' settings can be tuned and customized. 4345 A lot of the spells' settings can be tuned and customized.
4408 When creating new spells which are accessible to players, it is 4346 When creating new spells which are accessible to players, it is
4409 important to think about balance. A single spell which is too 4347 important to think about balance. A single spell which is too
4410 powerful and/or too easy to use can eventually toss the whole skill 4348 powerful and/or too easy to use can eventually toss the whole skill
4411 and magic school system out of whack. Testing new spells is 4349 and magic school system out of whack. Testing new spells is
4412 quite important therefore. ]]> 4350 quite important therefore.]]>
4413 </use> 4351 </use>
4414 <attribute arch="no_drop" value="1" type="fixed" /> 4352 <attribute arch="no_drop" value="1" type="fixed" />
4415 <attribute arch="invisible" value="1" type="fixed" /> 4353 <attribute arch="invisible" value="1" type="fixed" />
4416 <attribute arch="skill" editor="skill name" type="string"> 4354 <attribute arch="skill" editor="skill name" type="string">
4417 The &lt;skill name&gt; matches the skill which is needed 4355 The &lt;skill name&gt; matches the skill which is needed
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4449 to read.<br><br> 4387 to read.<br><br>
4450 You can create widely customized spells only by adjusting the 4388 You can create widely customized spells only by adjusting the
4451 spell object in the spellbooks inventory. Refer to the description 4389 spell object in the spellbooks inventory. Refer to the description
4452 of spell objects for detailed information how to customize spells.<br> 4390 of spell objects for detailed information how to customize spells.<br>
4453 If you want to have a random spellbook instead, choose a &lt;treasurelist&gt; 4391 If you want to have a random spellbook instead, choose a &lt;treasurelist&gt;
4454 with a compilation of spells that the book may contain. ]]> 4392 with a compilation of spells that the book may contain.]]>
4455 </description> 4393 </description>
4456 <use><![CDATA[ 4394 <use><![CDATA[
4457 Don't put any of the godgiven spells into a spellbook! These are 4395 Don't put any of the godgiven spells into a spellbook! These are
4458 reserved for the followers of the appropriate cults. Handing them 4396 reserved for the followers of the appropriate cults. Handing them
4459 out in a spellbook would violate the balance between different religions. 4397 out in a spellbook would violate the balance between different religions.
4460 <br><br> 4398 <br><br>
4461 Note that there is no fundamental difference between the spellbooks 4399 Note that there is no fundamental difference between the spellbooks
4462 of varying schools (pyromancy, sorcery, evocation, summoning, and 4400 of varying schools (pyromancy, sorcery, evocation, summoning, and
4463 even praying). The difference lies only in the spells they contain. 4401 even praying). The difference lies only in the spells they contain.
4464 It is up to you, the mapmaker, to pick the right type of book 4402 It is up to you, the mapmaker, to pick the right type of book
4465 for your spells. ]]> 4403 for your spells.]]>
4466 </use> 4404 </use>
4467 <attribute arch="skill" value="literacy" type="fixed" /> 4405 <attribute arch="skill" value="literacy" type="fixed" />
4468 <attribute arch="randomitems" editor="treasurelist" type="treasurelist"> 4406 <attribute arch="randomitems" editor="treasurelist" type="treasurelist">
4469 There are two ways to put spells into a spellbook: 4407 There are two ways to put spells into a spellbook:
4470 1. Put a spell object in the books inventory. In this case, 4408 1. Put a spell object in the books inventory. In this case,
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4489 </ignore> 4427 </ignore>
4490 <description><![CDATA[ 4428 <description><![CDATA[
4491 Spinners change the direction of spell objects and other projectiles 4429 Spinners change the direction of spell objects and other projectiles
4492 that fly past. Unlike directors, it does make a difference from what 4430 that fly past. Unlike directors, it does make a difference from what
4493 angle you shoot into the spinner. The direction of objects flying past 4431 angle you shoot into the spinner. The direction of objects flying past
4494 is always changed by a certain degree. ]]> 4432 is always changed by a certain degree.]]>
4495 </description> 4433 </description>
4496 <use><![CDATA[ 4434 <use><![CDATA[
4497 Spinners are very rarely used. I believe they are quite 4435 Spinners are very rarely used. I believe they are quite
4498 confusing and pointless. The only use I can think of is building 4436 confusing and pointless. The only use I can think of is building
4499 some puzzle about where to shoot into spinners to shoot somewhere you 4437 some puzzle about where to shoot into spinners to shoot somewhere you
4500 otherwise couldn't. 4438 otherwise couldn't.
4501 4439
4502 When placing spinners on a map with magic walls, make sure the spell- 4440 When placing spinners on a map with magic walls, make sure the spell-
4503 projectiles from magic walls don't get to fly in loops. ]]> 4441 projectiles from magic walls don't get to fly in loops.]]>
4504 </use> 4442 </use>
4505 <attribute arch="sp" editor="direction number" type="int"> 4443 <attribute arch="sp" editor="direction number" type="int">
4506 The spinner will change the direction of flying objects by 4444 The spinner will change the direction of flying objects by
4507 45 degrees per &lt;direction number&gt;. Negative values spin clockwise, 4445 45 degrees per &lt;direction number&gt;. Negative values spin clockwise,
4508 positive values counter clockwise. 4446 positive values counter clockwise.
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4521 Swamp areas show a special behaviour: 4459 Swamp areas show a special behaviour:
4522 When a player stands still on a swamp-square for too long, 4460 When a player stands still on a swamp-square for too long,
4523 he will start to sink in and eventually drown and die. 4461 he will start to sink in and eventually drown and die.
4524 Items dropped on the swamp sink in and dissapear. 4462 Items dropped on the swamp sink in and dissapear.
4525 Players with knowledge of the woodsman skill are a lot less likely 4463 Players with knowledge of the woodsman skill are a lot less likely
4526 to die in the swamp. ]]> 4464 to die in the swamp.]]>
4527 </description> 4465 </description>
4528 <attribute arch="is_floor" value="1" type="fixed" /> 4466 <attribute arch="is_floor" value="1" type="fixed" />
4529 <attribute arch="is_wooded" value="1" type="fixed" /> 4467 <attribute arch="is_wooded" value="1" type="fixed" />
4530 <attribute arch="speed" editor="drowning speed" type="float"> 4468 <attribute arch="speed" editor="drowning speed" type="float">
4531 The higher the &lt;drowning speed&gt;, the faster will players and items 4469 The higher the &lt;drowning speed&gt;, the faster will players and items
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4555 different location. The main difference to the object-type exit 4493 different location. The main difference to the object-type exit
4556 is the possibility to have teleporters connected to levers/buttons/etc. 4494 is the possibility to have teleporters connected to levers/buttons/etc.
4557 Sometimes teleporters are activated even against the players will. 4495 Sometimes teleporters are activated even against the players will.
4558 <br><br> 4496 <br><br>
4559 Unlike exits, teleporters can also transfer items and 4497 Unlike exits, teleporters can also transfer items and
4560 monsters to different locations on the same map. ]]> 4498 monsters to different locations on the same map.]]>
4561 </description> 4499 </description>
4562 <use><![CDATA[ 4500 <use><![CDATA[
4563 When creating maps, I guess sooner or later you'll want to have 4501 When creating maps, I guess sooner or later you'll want to have
4564 an invisible teleporter. If using "invisible 1", the teleporter 4502 an invisible teleporter. If using "invisible 1", the teleporter
4565 can still be discovered with the show_invisible spell. And in 4503 can still be discovered with the show_invisible spell. And in
4566 some cases you can't place it under the floor to prevent this. 4504 some cases you can't place it under the floor to prevent this.
4567 <br><br> 4505 <br><br>
4568 Fortunately, there is a cool trick to make a perfectly invisible 4506 Fortunately, there is a cool trick to make a perfectly invisible
4569 teleporter: You simply add teleporter functionality to the floor 4507 teleporter: You simply add teleporter functionality to the floor
4570 itself. That means: You take the floor arch (e.g. "flagstone"), 4508 itself. That means: You take the floor arch (e.g. "flagstone"),
4571 set "type 41", and add slaying/hp/sp/connected... everything you need. ]]> 4509 set "type 41", and add slaying/hp/sp/connected... everything you need.]]>
4572 </use> 4510 </use>
4573 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="exit path" type="string"> 4511 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="exit path" type="string">
4574 The exit path specifies the map that the player is transferred to. 4512 The exit path specifies the map that the player is transferred to.
4575 &lt;exit path&gt; can be an absolute path, beginning with '/' 4513 &lt;exit path&gt; can be an absolute path, beginning with '/'
4576 (for example "/peterm/FireTemple/fire1"). It can also be a relative 4514 (for example "/peterm/FireTemple/fire1"). It can also be a relative
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4612 be transferred to the "default enter location" of the destined map. 4550 be transferred to the "default enter location" of the destined map.
4613 The latter can be set in the map-properties as "Enter X/Y". Though, 4551 The latter can be set in the map-properties as "Enter X/Y". Though,
4614 please DO NOT use that. It turned out to be a source for numerous 4552 please DO NOT use that. It turned out to be a source for numerous
4615 map-bugs. 4553 map-bugs.
4616 </attribute> 4554 </attribute>
4617 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 4555 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
4618 If a connection value is set, the teleporter will be activated 4556 If a connection value is set, the teleporter will be activated
4619 whenever the connection is triggered. To use this properly, 4557 whenever the connection is triggered. To use this properly,
4620 &lt;activation speed&gt; must be zero. 4558 &lt;activation speed&gt; must be zero.
4621 </attribute> 4559 </attribute>
4560 &activate_on;
4622 <attribute arch="speed" editor="activation speed" type="float"> 4561 <attribute arch="speed" editor="activation speed" type="float">
4623 If the &lt;activation speed&gt; is nonzero, the teleporter will 4562 If the &lt;activation speed&gt; is nonzero, the teleporter will
4624 automatically be activated in regular time-intervals. Hence, the 4563 automatically be activated in regular time-intervals. Hence, the
4625 player can just step on it and gets teleported sooner or later. 4564 player can just step on it and gets teleported sooner or later.
4626 The duration between two activates depends on the given value. 4565 The duration between two activates depends on the given value.
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4636<type number="26" name="Timed Gate"> 4575<type number="26" name="Timed Gate">
4637 <ignore> 4576 <ignore>
4638 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" /> 4577 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
4639 </ignore> 4578 </ignore>
4640 <description><![CDATA[ 4579 <description><![CDATA[
4641 Gates play an important role in Crossfire. Gates can be opened 4580 Gates play an important role in Deliantra. Gates can be opened
4642 by activating a button/trigger, by speaking passwords (-> magic_ear) 4581 by activating a button/trigger, by speaking passwords (-> magic_ear)
4643 or carrying special key-objects (-> inventory checker). 4582 or carrying special key-objects (-> inventory checker).
4644 Unlike locked doors, gates can get shut again after a player has 4583 Unlike locked doors, gates can get shut again after a player has
4645 passed, which makes them more practical in many cases. Unlike normal 4584 passed, which makes them more practical in many cases. Unlike normal
4646 gates, timed gates open when triggered but automatically close again 4585 gates, timed gates open when triggered but automatically close again
4647 after some time.]]> 4586 after some time.]]>
4648 </description> 4587 </description>
4649 <use><![CDATA[ 4588 <use><![CDATA[
4650 Use gates to divide your maps into separated areas. After solving 4589 Use gates to divide your maps into separated areas. After solving
4651 area A, the player gains access to area B, and so on. Make your 4590 area A, the player gains access to area B, and so on. Make your
4652 maps more complex than "one-way". ]]> 4591 maps more complex than "one-way".]]>
4653 </use> 4592 </use>
4654 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 4593 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
4655 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 4594 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
4656 Whenever the inventory checker is triggered, all objects with identical 4595 Whenever the inventory checker is triggered, all objects with identical
4657 &lt;connection&gt; value get activated. This only makes sense together with 4596 &lt;connection&gt; value get activated. This only makes sense together with
4658 &lt;blocking passage&gt; disabled. If unset, the gate opens automatically 4597 &lt;blocking passage&gt; disabled. If unset, the gate opens automatically
4659 after some time. 4598 after some time.
4660 </attribute> 4599 </attribute>
4600 &activate_on;
4661 <attribute arch="wc" editor="position state" type="int"> 4601 <attribute arch="wc" editor="position state" type="int">
4662 The &lt;position state&gt; defines the position of the gate: 4602 The &lt;position state&gt; defines the position of the gate:
4663 Zero means completely open/down, the "number of animation-steps" (usually 4603 Zero means completely open/down, the "number of animation-steps" (usually
4664 about 6 or 7) means completely closed/up state. I suggest you don't 4604 about 6 or 7) means completely closed/up state. I suggest you don't
4665 mess with this value - Leave the default in place. 4605 mess with this value - Leave the default in place.
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4696 and generally have either a physical attack or trigger a reaction. 4636 and generally have either a physical attack or trigger a reaction.
4697 <br><br> 4637 <br><br>
4698 Traps hit any monster or person who steps on them for 'dam' damage in 4638 Traps hit any monster or person who steps on them for 'dam' damage in
4699 'attacktype' attacktype and/or trigger a reaction. 4639 'attacktype' attacktype and/or trigger a reaction.
4700 <br><br> 4640 <br><br>
4701 Many traps are already defined in the archetypes. ]]> 4641 Many traps are already defined in the archetypes.]]>
4702 </description> 4642 </description>
4703 <use><![CDATA[ 4643 <use><![CDATA[
4704 Avoid monsters stepping on your traps. For example, a party of orcs setting 4644 Avoid monsters stepping on your traps. For example, a party of orcs setting
4705off your lightning wall and pit trap is usually a bad idea. ]]> 4645 off your lightning wall and pit trap is usually a bad idea.]]>
4706 </use> 4646 </use>
4707 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 4647 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
4708 &move_on; 4648 &move_on;
4709 <attribute arch="level" editor="trap level" type="int"> 4649 <attribute arch="level" editor="trap level" type="int">
4710 Level effects how easily a trap may be found and disarmed, and 4650 Level effects how easily a trap may be found and disarmed, and
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4726 </attribute> 4666 </attribute>
4727 <attribute arch="attacktype" editor="attacktype" type="bitmask_attacktype"> 4667 <attribute arch="attacktype" editor="attacktype" type="bitmask_attacktype">
4728 This attribute defines what attacktype to use for direct damage when 4668 This attribute defines what attacktype to use for direct damage when
4729 the trap detonates. 4669 the trap detonates.
4730 </attribute> 4670 </attribute>
4731 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 4671 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
4732 When the trap is detonated, all objects with the same 4672 When the trap is detonated, all objects with the same
4733 connection value get activated. 4673 connection value get activated.
4734 </attribute> 4674 </attribute>
4735 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="detonation text" type="text"> 4675 <attribute arch_begin="msg" arch_end="endmsg" editor="detonation text" type="text">
4736 When the trap detonates, this text is displayed to the 4676 When the trap detonates, this text is displayed to the
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4748 Trapdoors are very similar to pits. The difference is that they 4688 Trapdoors are very similar to pits. The difference is that they
4749 can not be closed. Instead, the weight of the object on the 4689 can not be closed. Instead, the weight of the object on the
4750 trapdoor determines weither it slams the trapdoor open and falls through 4690 trapdoor determines weither it slams the trapdoor open and falls through
4751 or not.<br> 4691 or not.<br>
4752 Once a trapdoor has been opened (by a creature or items of sufficient 4692 Once a trapdoor has been opened (by a creature or items of sufficient
4753 weight,) it remains open, acting like an opened pit. ]]> 4693 weight,) it remains open, acting like an opened pit.]]>
4754 </description> 4694 </description>
4755 <use><![CDATA[ 4695 <use><![CDATA[
4756 Trapdoors should be used in the same fashion as pits: 4696 Trapdoors should be used in the same fashion as pits:
4757 They should always drop the victims to some kind of lower level. They 4697 They should always drop the victims to some kind of lower level. They
4758 are not supposed to be used to randomly interconnect maps like teleporters. ]]> 4698 are not supposed to be used to randomly interconnect maps like teleporters.]]>
4759 </use> 4699 </use>
4760 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 4700 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
4761 &move_on; 4701 &move_on;
4762 <attribute arch="weight" editor="hold weight" type="int"> 4702 <attribute arch="weight" editor="hold weight" type="int">
4763 This value defines how much weight the trapdoor can hold. 4703 This value defines how much weight the trapdoor can hold.
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4789 <attribute arch="value" /> 4729 <attribute arch="value" />
4790 <attribute arch="material" /> 4730 <attribute arch="material" />
4791 </ignore> 4731 </ignore>
4792 <description><![CDATA[ 4732 <description><![CDATA[
4793 A treasure-object turns into certain randomitems when the map is loaded 4733 A treasure-object turns into certain randomitems when the map is loaded
4794 into the game. ]]> 4734 into the game.]]>
4795 </description> 4735 </description>
4796 <use><![CDATA[ 4736 <use><![CDATA[
4797 About usage of the "random-artifact" treasurelist: 4737 About usage of the "random-artifact" treasurelist:
4798 This will generate powerful stuff like girdles, xray helmets, special 4738 This will generate powerful stuff like girdles, xray helmets, special
4799 swords etc. If you put this as reward to your quest, players might be 4739 swords etc. If you put this as reward to your quest, players might be
4800 motivated to do it more than once. BUT, by doing so they will get a huge 4740 motivated to do it more than once. BUT, by doing so they will get a huge
4801 number of different artifacts! Besides, players will always seek the place 4741 number of different artifacts! Besides, players will always seek the place
4802 with the most easy-to-get random artifact and ignore all others. 4742 with the most easy-to-get random artifact and ignore all others.
4803 My advice: Don't use it! Attract players with good fighting experience 4743 My advice: Don't use it! Attract players with good fighting experience
4804 (from monsters), potions, spellbooks, money, and non-random artifacts. ]]> 4744 (from monsters), potions, spellbooks, money, and non-random artifacts. ]]>
4805 </use> 4745 </use>
4806 <attribute arch="randomitems" editor="treasurelist" type="treasurelist"> 4746 <attribute arch="randomitems" editor="treasurelist" type="treasurelist">
4807 This entry determines what kind of treasure will appear. Look into 4747 This entry determines what kind of treasure will appear. Look into
4808 /crossfire/share/crossfire/treasures for details about existing 4748 /crossfire/share/crossfire/treasures for details about existing
4809 treasurelists. 4749 treasurelists.
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4840 player stepping on it WHEN TRIGGERED. This force does nothing except containing a 4780 player stepping on it WHEN TRIGGERED. This force does nothing except containing a
4841 &lt;key string&gt; which can be discovered by detectors or inventory 4781 &lt;key string&gt; which can be discovered by detectors or inventory
4842 checkers. It is also possible to use markers for removing marks again. 4782 checkers. It is also possible to use markers for removing marks again.
4843 <br><br> 4783 <br><br>
4844 Note that the player has no possibility to "see" his own marks, 4784 Note that the player has no possibility to "see" his own marks,
4845 except by the effect that they cause on the maps. ]]> 4785 except by the effect that they cause on the maps.]]>
4846 </description> 4786 </description>
4847 <use><![CDATA[ 4787 <use><![CDATA[
4848 Markers hold real cool possibilities for map-making. I encourage 4788 Markers hold real cool possibilities for map-making. I encourage
4849 you to use them frequently. However there is one negative point 4789 you to use them frequently. However there is one negative point
4850 about markers: Players don't "see" what's going on with them. It is 4790 about markers: Players don't "see" what's going on with them. It is
4851 your task, as map-creator, to make sure the player is always well 4791 your task, as map-creator, to make sure the player is always well
4852 informed and never confused. 4792 informed and never confused.
4853 <br><br> 4793 <br><br>
4854 Please avoid infinite markers when they aren't needed. They're 4794 Please avoid infinite markers when they aren't needed. They're
4855 using a little space in the player file after all, so if there 4795 using a little space in the player file after all, so if there
4856 is no real purpose, set an expire time. ]]> 4796 is no real purpose, set an expire time.]]>
4857 </use> 4797 </use>
4858 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 4798 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
4859 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="key string" type="string"> 4799 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="key string" type="string">
4860 The &lt;key string&gt; can be detected by inv. checkers/detectors. 4800 The &lt;key string&gt; can be detected by inv. checkers/detectors.
4861 If the player already has a force with that &lt;key string&gt;, 4801 If the player already has a force with that &lt;key string&gt;,
4862 there won't be inserted a second one. 4802 there won't be inserted a second one.
4863 </attribute> 4803 </attribute>
4864 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="int"> 4804 <attribute arch="connected" editor="connection" type="string">
4865 Unlike a regular marker this is the connection that triggers this marker to activate. 4805 Unlike a regular marker this is the connection that triggers this marker to activate.
4866 </attribute> 4806 </attribute>
4867 <attribute arch="food" editor="mark duration" type="int"> 4807 <attribute arch="food" editor="mark duration" type="int">
4868 This value defines the duration of the force it inserts. 4808 This value defines the duration of the force it inserts.
4869 If nonzero, the duration of the player's mark is finite: 4809 If nonzero, the duration of the player's mark is finite:
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4890<!--####################################################################--> 4830<!--####################################################################-->
4891<type number="0" name="Wall"> 4831<type number="0" name="Wall">
4892 <required> 4832 <required>
4893 <attribute arch="is_floor" value="0" /> 4833 <attribute arch="is_floor" value="0" />
4894 <attribute arch="alive" value="0" /> 4834 <attribute arch="alive" value="0" />
4895 <attribute arch="move_block" value="255" /> 4835 <attribute arch="no_pass" value="1" />
4896 </required> 4836 </required>
4897 <ignore> 4837 <ignore>
4898 <attribute arch="nrof" /> 4838 <attribute arch="nrof" />
4899 <attribute arch="title" /> 4839 <attribute arch="title" />
4900 <attribute arch="name_pl" /> 4840 <attribute arch="name_pl" />
4901 <attribute arch="value" /> 4841 <attribute arch="value" />
4902 <attribute arch="unpaid" /> 4842 <attribute arch="unpaid" />
4903 </ignore> 4843 </ignore>
4904 <description><![CDATA[ 4844 <description><![CDATA[
4905 Walls usually block passage and sight. ]]> 4845 Walls usually block passage and sight.]]>
4906 </description> 4846 </description>
4907 &movement_types_terrain; 4847 &movement_types_terrain;
4908 <attribute arch="can_roll" editor="moveable" type="bool"> 4848 <attribute arch="can_roll" editor="moveable" type="bool">
4909 If set, the object is able to "roll", so it can be pushed around. 4849 If set, the object is able to "roll", so it can be pushed around.
4910 This setting is used for boulders and barrels. 4850 This setting is used for boulders and barrels.
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4923<type number="109" name="Wand &amp; Staff"> 4863<type number="109" name="Wand &amp; Staff">
4924 <description><![CDATA[ 4864 <description><![CDATA[
4925 Wands contain a certain spell. The player can apply (ready) and 4865 Wands contain a certain spell. The player can apply (ready) and
4926 fire the wand. After a defined number of casts, the wand is 4866 fire the wand. After a defined number of casts, the wand is
4927 "used up". It is possible to recharge a wand with scrolls of 4867 "used up". It is possible to recharge a wand with scrolls of
4928 charging, but usually that isn't worth the cost. ]]> 4868 charging, but usually that isn't worth the cost.]]>
4929 </description> 4869 </description>
4930 <use><![CDATA[ 4870 <use><![CDATA[
4931 Wands are quite seldomly used. The reason prolly is that they're 4871 Wands are quite seldomly used. The reason prolly is that they're
4932 generally not cost-efficient. Handing out high-level wands with 4872 generally not cost-efficient. Handing out high-level wands with
4933 powerful special spells isn't a good idea either, because of 4873 powerful special spells isn't a good idea either, because of
4934 the recharge ability. 4874 the recharge ability.
4935 <br><br> 4875 <br><br>
4936 For low levels, staffs of healing/cure and word of recall are 4876 For low levels, staffs of healing/cure and word of recall are
4937 quite desirable though. Ideal rewards for low level quests. ]]> 4877 quite desirable though. Ideal rewards for low level quests.]]>
4938 </use> 4878 </use>
4939 <attribute arch="sp" editor="spell" type="spell"> 4879 <attribute arch="sp" editor="spell" type="spell">
4940 The &lt;spell&gt; specifies the contained spell. 4880 The &lt;spell&gt; specifies the contained spell.
4941 </attribute> 4881 </attribute>
4942 <attribute arch="level" editor="casting level" type="int"> 4882 <attribute arch="level" editor="casting level" type="int">
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4967 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" /> 4907 <ignore_list name="non_pickable" />
4968 </ignore> 4908 </ignore>
4969 <description><![CDATA[ 4909 <description><![CDATA[
4970 A weak wall is a breakable spot amidsts a solid wall. Typically 4910 A weak wall is a breakable spot amidsts a solid wall. Typically
4971 these weak walls look similar to their solid "relatives" except 4911 these weak walls look similar to their solid "relatives" except
4972 for a small crack or little chunks of wall on the ground. ]]> 4912 for a small crack or little chunks of wall on the ground.]]>
4973 </description> 4913 </description>
4974 <use><![CDATA[ 4914 <use><![CDATA[
4975 If you want to create hidden rooms, using weak walls is alot 4915 If you want to create hidden rooms, using weak walls is alot
4976 better than completely indiscernible passages in a wall.<br> 4916 better than completely indiscernible passages in a wall.<br>
4977 Anyways, there can be a lot more to weak walls than just finding 4917 Anyways, there can be a lot more to weak walls than just finding
4978 them: Rising their defensive stats, weak walls can become a 4918 them: Rising their defensive stats, weak walls can become a
4979 serious obstacle. An ice wall might only be torn down by a fire 4919 serious obstacle. An ice wall might only be torn down by a fire
4980 attack for example. A granite wall for instance might be very 4920 attack for example. A granite wall for instance might be very
4981 hard to destroy. ]]> 4921 hard to destroy.]]>
4982 </use> 4922 </use>
4983 <attribute arch="alive" value="1" type="fixed" /> 4923 <attribute arch="alive" value="1" type="fixed" />
4984 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" /> 4924 <attribute arch="no_pick" value="1" type="fixed" />
4985 <attribute arch="tear_down" value="1" type="fixed" /> 4925 <attribute arch="tear_down" value="1" type="fixed" />
4986 <attribute arch="race" editor="race" type="string"> 4926 <attribute arch="race" editor="race" type="string">
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5007 </attribute> 4947 </attribute>
5008 <attribute arch="ac" editor="armour class" type="int"> 4948 <attribute arch="ac" editor="armour class" type="int">
5009 Weak walls of high &lt;armour class&gt; are less likely to get hit. 4949 Weak walls of high &lt;armour class&gt; are less likely to get hit.
5010 &lt;armour class&gt; can be considered the "counterpiece" to &lt;weapon class&gt;. 4950 &lt;armour class&gt; can be considered the "counterpiece" to &lt;weapon class&gt;.
5011 </attribute> 4951 </attribute>
5012<section name="resistance"> 4952 &resistances_basic;
5013 <attribute arch="resist_physical" editor="resist physical %" length="15" type="int">
5014 </attribute>
5015 <attribute arch="resist_magic" editor="resist magic %" length="15" type="int">
5016 </attribute>
5017 <attribute arch="resist_fire" editor="resist fire %" length="15" type="int">
5018 </attribute>
5019 <attribute arch="resist_electricity" editor="resist electricity %" length="15" type="int">
5020 </attribute>
5021 <attribute arch="resist_cold" editor="resist cold %" length="15" type="int">
5022 </attribute>
5023 <attribute arch="resist_confusion" editor="resist confusion %" length="15" type="int">
5024 </attribute>
5025 <attribute arch="resist_acid" editor="resist acid %" length="15" type="int">
5026 </attribute>
5027 <attribute arch="resist_drain" editor="resist draining %" length="15" type="int">
5028 </attribute>
5029 <attribute arch="resist_weaponmagic" editor="resist weaponmagic %" length="15" type="int">
5030 </attribute>
5031 <attribute arch="resist_ghosthit" editor="resist ghosthit %" length="15" type="int">
5032 </attribute>
5033 <attribute arch="resist_poison" editor="resist poison %" length="15" type="int">
5034 </attribute>
5035 <attribute arch="resist_slow" editor="resist slow %" length="15" type="int">
5036 </attribute>
5037 <attribute arch="resist_paralyze" editor="resist paralyze %" length="15" type="int">
5038 </attribute>
5039 <attribute arch="resist_fear" editor="resist fear %" length="15" type="int">
5040 </attribute>
5041 <attribute arch="resist_deplete" editor="resist depletion %" length="15" type="int">
5042 </attribute>
5043 <attribute arch="resist_turn_undead" editor="resist turn undead %" length="15" type="int">
5044 </attribute>
5045 <attribute arch="resist_death" editor="resist death-attack %" length="15" type="int">
5046 </attribute>
5047 <attribute arch="resist_chaos" editor="resist chaos %" length="15" type="int">
5048 </attribute>
5049 <attribute arch="resist_blind" editor="resist blinding %" length="15" type="int">
5050 </attribute>
5051 <attribute arch="resist_holyword" editor="resist holy power %" length="15" type="int">
5052 </attribute>
5053 <attribute arch="resist_godpower" editor="resist godpower %" length="15" type="int">
5054 </attribute>
5055</section>
5056</type> 4953</type>
5057 4954
5058<!--####################################################################--> 4955<!--####################################################################-->
5059<type number="15" name="Weapon"> 4956<type number="15" name="Weapon">
5060 <description><![CDATA[ 4957 <description><![CDATA[
5061 Wielding a weapon, the object's stats will directly be inherited to the 4958 Wielding a weapon, the object's stats will directly be inherited to the
5062 player. Usually enhancing his fighting-abilities. Non-magical weapons can 4959 player. Usually enhancing his fighting-abilities. Non-magical weapons can
5063 be improved with scrolls. ]]> 4960 be improved with scrolls.]]>
5064 </description> 4961 </description>
5065 <use><![CDATA[ 4962 <use><![CDATA[
5066 If you create artifacts (equipment) with stats- or resistance-bonus: 4963 If you create artifacts (equipment) with stats- or resistance-bonus:
5067 Keep playbalance in mind! Such items mustn't be reachable without hard 4964 Keep playbalance in mind! Such items mustn't be reachable without hard
5068 fighting AND questing. ]]> 4965 fighting AND questing.]]>
5069 </use> 4966 </use>
5070 <attribute arch="attacktype" editor="attacktype" type="bitmask_attacktype"> 4967 <attribute arch="attacktype" editor="attacktype" type="bitmask_attacktype">
5071 This number is a bitmask, specifying the weapon's attacktypes. 4968 This number is a bitmask, specifying the weapon's attacktypes.
5072 Attacktypes are: physical, magical, fire, cold.. etc. Most artifact weapons 4969 Attacktypes are: physical, magical, fire, cold.. etc. Most artifact weapons
5073 have no more than one or two attacktypes. Keep in mind that all weapons 4970 have no more than one or two attacktypes. Keep in mind that all weapons
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5128 amount of &lt;item power&gt;, depending on their own level. This is the 5025 amount of &lt;item power&gt;, depending on their own level. This is the
5129 only way to prevent low level players to wear "undeserved" equipment 5026 only way to prevent low level players to wear "undeserved" equipment
5130 (like gifts from other players or cheated items). 5027 (like gifts from other players or cheated items).
5131 5028
5132 It is very important to adjust the &lt;item power&gt; value carefully 5029 It is very important to adjust the &lt;item power&gt; value carefully
5133 for every artifact you create! If zero/unset, the CF server will 5030 for every artifact you create! If zero/unset, the Deliantra server will
5134 calculate a provisional value at runtime, but this is never 5031 calculate a provisional value at runtime, but this is never
5135 going to be an accurate measurement of &lt;item power&gt;. 5032 going to be an accurate measurement of &lt;item power&gt;.
5136 </attribute> 5033 </attribute>
5137 <attribute arch="damned" editor="damnation" type="bool"> 5034 <attribute arch="damned" editor="damnation" type="bool">
5138 A damned weapon cannot be unwielded unless 5035 A damned weapon cannot be unwielded unless
… …
5158 </attribute> 5055 </attribute>
5159 <attribute arch="startequip" editor="godgiven item" type="bool"> 5056 <attribute arch="startequip" editor="godgiven item" type="bool">
5160 A godgiven item vanishes as soon as the player 5057 A godgiven item vanishes as soon as the player
5161 drops it to the ground. 5058 drops it to the ground.
5162 </attribute> 5059 </attribute>
5163<section name="resistance"> 5060 &player_stat_resist_sections;
5164 <attribute arch="resist_physical" editor="resist physical %" length="15" type="int">
5165 This adds physical resistance to the weapon (= armour value). The number is
5166 a percent-value in the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps
5167 and what they require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
5168 </attribute>
5169 <attribute arch="resist_magic" editor="resist magic %" length="15" type="int">
5170 This adds magic resistance to the weapon. The number is a percent-value in
5171 the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps and what they
5172 require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
5173 </attribute>
5174 <attribute arch="resist_fire" editor="resist fire %" length="15" type="int">
5175 This adds fire resistance to the weapon. The number is a percent-value in
5176 the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps and what they
5177 require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
5178 </attribute>
5179 <attribute arch="resist_electricity" editor="resist electricity %" length="15" type="int">
5180 This adds electricity resistance to the weapon. The number is a percent-value in
5181 the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps and what they
5182 require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
5183 </attribute>
5184 <attribute arch="resist_cold" editor="resist cold %" length="15" type="int">
5185 This adds fire resistance to the weapon. The number is a percent-value in
5186 the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps and what they
5187 require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
5188 </attribute>
5189 <attribute arch="resist_confusion" editor="resist confusion %" length="15" type="int">
5190 This adds confusion resistance to the weapon. The number is a percent-value in
5191 the range 0-100. Confusion resistance is not very effective
5192 unless the value comes close to 100 (= perfect immunity).
5193 </attribute>
5194 <attribute arch="resist_acid" editor="resist acid %" length="15" type="int">
5195 This adds acid resistance to the weapon. The number is a percent-value in
5196 the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps and what they
5197 require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
5198 </attribute>
5199 <attribute arch="resist_drain" editor="resist draining %" length="15" type="int">
5200 This adds draining resistance to the weapon. The number is a percent-value
5201 in the range 0-100. Draining resistance is little effective
5202 unless the value is 100 (= perfect immunity).
5203 </attribute>
5204 <attribute arch="resist_weaponmagic" editor="resist weaponmagic %" length="15" type="int">
5205 This adds weaponmagic resistance to the weapon. The number is a percent-value in
5206 the range 0-100. Weaponmagic resistance generally should not exist on
5207 equipment at all. Spells/Monsters doing weaponmagic damage (e.g. comet spell)
5208 are not meant to be easily resisted.
5209 </attribute>
5210 <attribute arch="resist_ghosthit" editor="resist ghosthit %" length="15" type="int">
5211 This adds ghosthit resistance to the weapon. The number is a percent-value
5212 in the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps and what they
5213 require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
5214 </attribute>
5215 <attribute arch="resist_poison" editor="resist poison %" length="15" type="int">
5216 This adds poison resistance to the weapon. The number is a percent-value in
5217 the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps and what they
5218 require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
5219 </attribute>
5220 <attribute arch="resist_slow" editor="resist slow %" length="15" type="int">
5221 This adds fear resistance to the weapon. The number is a percent-value in
5222 the range 0-100. Resistance to fear is pretty useless.
5223 </attribute>
5224 <attribute arch="resist_paralyze" editor="resist paralyze %" length="15" type="int">
5225 This adds paralyze resistance to the weapon. The number is a percent-value in
5226 the range 0-100. Paralyze resistance is little effective
5227 unless the value is 100 (= perfect immunity).
5228 </attribute>
5229 <attribute arch="resist_fear" editor="resist fear %" length="15" type="int">
5230 This adds fear resistance to the weapon. The number is a percent-value in
5231 the range 0-100. Resistance to fear is pretty useless.
5232 </attribute>
5233 <attribute arch="resist_deplete" editor="resist depletion %" length="15" type="int">
5234 This adds depletion resistance to the weapon. The number is a percent-value
5235 in the range 0-100. Depletion resistance is little effective
5236 unless the value is 100 (= perfect immunity).
5237 </attribute>
5238 <attribute arch="resist_death" editor="resist death-attack %" length="15" type="int">
5239 This adds death-attack resistance to the weapon. The number is a
5240 percent-value in the range 0-100. Death-attack resistance is little
5241 effective unless the value is 100 (= perfect immunity).
5242 Generally, resistance to death-attack is not supposed to be
5243 available to players!
5244 </attribute>
5245 <attribute arch="resist_chaos" editor="resist chaos %" length="15" type="int">
5246 This adds chaos resistance to the weapon. The number is a percent-value in
5247 the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps and what they
5248 require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
5249 Note that chaos is not a stand-alone attacktype. Chaos "contains" a
5250 combination of other attacktypes.
5251 </attribute>
5252 <attribute arch="resist_blind" editor="resist blinding %" length="15" type="int">
5253 This adds blinding resistance to the weapon. The number is a percent-value
5254 in the range 0-100. Treat this with CARE. Look at other maps and what they
5255 require to do for getting this-and-that artifact.
5256 </attribute>
5257 <attribute arch="resist_holyword" editor="resist holy power %" length="15" type="int">
5258 This adds holy power resistance to the weapon. The number is a percent-value
5259 in the range 0-100. Holy power is the attacktype that holyword-type spells
5260 use to hurt undead creatures. This kind of resistance is only reasonable
5261 for undead players (wraith or devourer cult).
5262 Generally, resistance to holy word should not be available for players.
5263 </attribute>
5264</section>
5265<section name="stats">
5266 <attribute arch="Str" editor="strength" type="int">
5267 The player's strentgh will rise/fall by the given value
5268 while wearing this weapon.
5269 </attribute>
5270 <attribute arch="Dex" editor="dexterity" type="int">
5271 The player's dexterity will rise/fall by the given value
5272 while wearing this weapon.
5273 </attribute>
5274 <attribute arch="Con" editor="constitution" type="int">
5275 The player's constitution will rise/fall by the given value
5276 while wearing this weapon.
5277 </attribute>
5278 <attribute arch="Int" editor="intelligence" type="int">
5279 The player's intelligence will rise/fall by the given value
5280 while wearing this weapon.
5281 </attribute>
5282 <attribute arch="Pow" editor="power" type="int">
5283 The player's power will rise/fall by the given value
5284 while wearing this weapon.
5285 </attribute>
5286 <attribute arch="Wis" editor="wisdom" type="int">
5287 The player's wisdom will rise/fall by the given value while
5288 wearing this weapon.
5289 </attribute>
5290 <attribute arch="Cha" editor="charisma" type="int">
5291 The player's charisma will rise/fall by the given value
5292 while wearing this weapon.
5293 </attribute>
5294</section>
5295<section name="misc"> 5061<section name="misc">
5296 <attribute arch="luck" editor="luck bonus" type="int"> 5062 <attribute arch="luck" editor="luck bonus" type="int">
5297 With positive luck bonus, the player is more likely to 5063 With positive luck bonus, the player is more likely to
5298 succeed in all sorts of things (spellcasting, praying,...). 5064 succeed in all sorts of things (spellcasting, praying,...).
5299 Unless the &lt;luck bonus&gt; is very high, the effect will be 5065 Unless the &lt;luck bonus&gt; is very high, the effect will be
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5378</type> 5144</type>
5379 5145
5380<type number="116" name="Event Connector"> 5146<type number="116" name="Event Connector">
5381 <description><![CDATA[ 5147 <description><![CDATA[
5382 Event connectors link specific events that happen to objects to 5148 Event connectors link specific events that happen to objects to
5383 a crossfire plug-in. ]]> 5149 a crossfire plug-in. They are not used at all in Deliantra.]]>
5384 </description> 5150 </description>
5385 <attribute arch="subtype" editor="event type" type="list_event_type">
5386 The type of event that triggers a notify to the plug-in.
5387 </attribute>
5388 <attribute arch="title" editor="plug-in" type="string">
5389 The name of the plug-in that should be notified of the event, e.g. "cfpython"
5390 for python and "perl" for the Crossfire-Perl plug-in.
5391 </attribute>
5392 <attribute arch="slaying" editor="extension" type="string">
5393 The name of the extension to invoke (for python, this is the path to a script,
5394 for perl this is the name of a extension package without the ".ext" extension.
5395 </attribute>
5396 <attribute arch="name" editor="options" type="string">
5397 A string that is passed unaltered to the extension above. Often used to pass
5398 options to the extension that alter its behaviour.
5399 </attribute>
5400</type> 5151</type>
5401 5152
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