Random Question Thread XII: Don't Believe Advanced's Lies

[Phoenyx]

For Tornado Kick, do kick frequency items work? I've been throwing together a TK set and since I don't have usu or hachiryu, I was wondering if B.Hose would be worthwhile at all, or just stick with ACC in there or something?

Kick Attacks+ items don't work like Double Attack for kick-style WSes, if that's what you're asking. You're better off using Shura hose or something similar.

[Neosutra]

Looking for info on windower scripts (always use spellcast, so never used other scripts).

Was wanting to make a script that would basically be:

//equip ammo XXX
//ra <stpc>
/wait XXX

repeat indefinitely until I stopped it...

What would be the exact coding for this in the file? Where would the file be stored? What would be the method for execution/ending the script?

[Ellimist]

Just tried Brooder with NIN/WAR, SCH/WHM (for haste), and SMN/WHM (came last minute to help). Been reading and it sounded like an easy fight... but it double attacked too much for shadow timers and then hit like a truck. I'm not sure what we could have done differently, any ideas for different strats? Other than "don't suck"? I'm also afraid this one may have been "HQ" since it was so difficult, but I would like to plan for any instance.

[Jakson]

EDIT: While I'm here, is there some secret to the Imperial Agent Rescue assault that I'm missing? Working on Captain on and off and this one's cockblocking me because we can't get them to break down the fucking door.

I spammed it for a while and I couldn't figure out anything other than standing in front of the door and using an MKris.

[Neosutra]

Just tried Brooder with NIN/WAR, SCH/WHM (for haste), and SMN/WHM (came last minute to help). Been reading and it sounded like an easy fight... but it double attacked too much for shadow timers and then hit like a truck. I'm not sure what we could have done differently, any ideas for different strats? Other than "don't suck"? I'm also afraid this one may have been "HQ" since it was so difficult, but I would like to plan for any instance.

Was your SCH enfeebling it at all?

Was pretty easy peasy to tank on Sam and Mnk (thf even) when debuffed. Add a brd for elegy and it would be a snooze fest.

[Ellimist]

Yes, the Brooder had SCH paralyze and slow on it. It was still attacking way too fast. Idk, maybe Slow II would make the difference?

[Nightfyre]

Brooder's manaburnable, pull to a fence and kite.

[rog]

Looking for info on windower scripts (always use spellcast, so never used other scripts).

Was wanting to make a script that would basically be:

//equip ammo XXX
//ra <stpc>
/wait XXX

repeat indefinitely until I stopped it...

What would be the exact coding for this in the file? Where would the file be stored? What would be the method for execution/ending the script?

//exec name.txt to loop it. Be aware that looping scripts like that can crash pol (for some people? not sure if it happens for all pcs, but it does for mine, and at least a few other people i know) eventually. You might be able to get around that by using

alias ra input /equip ammo xx; /ra <t>; wait X; ra;

though i can't confirm if that'd avoid the crash issue since i've never tried it, but i'd imagine so.

[Fereydoon]

Looking for info on windower scripts (always use spellcast, so never used other scripts).

Was wanting to make a script that would basically be:

//equip ammo XXX
//ra <stpc>
/wait XXX

repeat indefinitely until I stopped it...

What would be the exact coding for this in the file? Where would the file be stored? What would be the method for execution/ending the script?

input /equip ammo "Blah";
input /ra <stpc>;
pause X;


Copypasta that several times. Though if you want it to repeat <t> might be better.

Name it XXX.txt or whatever, store it in the scripts folder or make a subfolder there.

Then make the macro or type //exec Blah.txt or if you put it in a folder //exec Folder/XXX.txt

[Shalafi]

input /equip ammo XXX;
input /ra <stpc>;
pause XXX;
exec FILENAME;

Store FILENAME in Windower/Scripts and type //exec FILENAME when in game.

Not sure about stopping it, maybe just CTRL-C or Break. Windower scripting wiki probably has that answer.

Also, what rog said about looping.

[urat]

I was under the impression dances weren't affected by Conserve TP?

They aren't, tested and proven by yours truly and a friend of mine twice over. 100% confirmed dances do not use conserve tp, only weaponskills.

Eh, if DNC was the only job I have that can wear the Tassets then it would be easier. It's the fact that I (will) have 3 jobs that can benefit from these that has me thinking about it a bit.

If you have any other job that can use it, go with PDT + walts timer- combined with potencies and cost-

All combined you can just sit and spam waltz 1/2 over and over and get max benefit. Very good soloing pants.

Then just macro the pants in for your dancer when you don't have hate.

[Neosutra]

Thanx for the script info.

Will it automatically keep executing that script? Or do I need to write in some loop in the code?

[solanis]

Looking for info on windower scripts (always use spellcast, so never used other scripts).

Was wanting to make a script that would basically be:

//equip ammo XXX
//ra <stpc>
/wait XXX

repeat indefinitely until I stopped it...

What would be the exact coding for this in the file? Where would the file be stored? What would be the method for execution/ending the script?

really simple and easy to use solution already created on windower here: http://forums.windower.net/topic/148...lup-core-v1-0/

if you use this, your txt would look something like this (I think):

alias skillup_file exec rattack.txt

skillup_cmd equip ammo whatever
skillup_wait1s
skillup_cmd ra stpc
skillup_wait5s

!skillup_run

can probably go without the first wait, but idk. skillupcore is really fantastic, especially for enfeebles or w/e in sea. has built-in anti gm protection (stops when you get a tell) but you can just tweak the main file to disable this. cheers

[rog]

Not sure about stopping it, maybe just CTRL-C or Break. Windower scripting wiki probably has that answer.

You can edit out the exec filename.txt and save it, then it'll stop after it loops once more. If you use an alias, then just //alias ra ; will kill it.

[Shalafi]

Thanx for the script info.

Will it automatically keep executing that script? Or do I need to write in some loop in the code?

The file executes itself as teh loop which is why stopping it coudl be a problem. Suggest checking info from solanis.

The windower script page does have guides for looping and stopping by I think the examples are poorly written as I was having a hard time following.

[Shadida]

Is there a cap on Enmity-? If so, do we know if there's a distinction between gear Enmity- and merits or job abilities?

[Xera]

Is there a cap on Enmity-? If so, do we know if there's a distinction between gear Enmity- and merits or job abilities?

Caps at -50 including merits, not sure about JA breaking it or not.

Edit: Apparently JA does break it in a way. http://kanican.livejournal.com/31788.html

[Ang]

Please forgive the iPhone message in advance...

I could not find the info I was lookin for in the Token thread so here goes:

I linked my acct to SE as was necessary to take advantage in that Bonanza a little while ago (I have no Token) ... Everything is fine for me, however I am not able to log on at from my friends PS (coincidently, his acct is not linked as he still uses the Playonline acct/password) ... Before I linked my acct, i was able to log in from his PS3 just fine

How do i log in on my friends PS now?? Does he need to link his acct to SE also? Or what do I do to allow me to log in from his location?

Again, sorry for the iPhone! And thank you!

[Aerynlia]

I thought I remembered reading a couple weeks ago that at 80 cap you'd need less fire resist for tiamat/sarameya etc.

What are the current accepted amounts that you need? Planning on gearing up my mule for Tiawatch.

[Khajit]

I was under the impression dances weren't affected by Conserve TP?



Eh, if DNC was the only job I have that can wear the Tassets then it would be easier. It's the fact that I (will) have 3 jobs that can benefit from these that has me thinking about it a bit.

EDIT: While I'm here, is there some secret to the Imperial Agent Rescue assault that I'm missing? Working on Captain on and off and this one's cockblocking me because we can't get them to break down the fucking door.

When it readies firespit you move out the way so that it hits the door instead. It's kinda hard to do until you fully comprehend how to do it.