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--Elias-- said:
How can I make dusts that spawn orbit around the player? And is it possible to have wings with more than 4 frames?
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That'd be in the dusts' Update() hook. Then, you have to make AI for it. I can't really explain more.
For the wings, I think I've heard that's with PreDraw() and return false and code the wings' animation. I don't have an example, though.
 
GabeHasWon said:
You don't need to put it in Sounds/Music, you can put it anywhere you like :)
And if you don't know, put that in the SetDefaults of the NPC.
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You can't put it anywhere you like, you should put it in Sounds/Music since that's the slot it'll be using and where tML will look if you are using the default autoloading properties.
GabeHasWon said:
That'd be in the dusts' Update() hook. Then, you have to make AI for it. I can't really explain more.
For the wings, I think I've heard that's with PreDraw() and return false and code the wings' animation. I don't have an example, though.
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--Elias-- said:
How can I make dusts that spawn orbit around the player? And is it possible to have wings with more than 4 frames?
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Currently, custom framing for wings isn't supported. *sad face* Possibly in the future.
You can look at how ExampleMod's Example Shield rotates around the player for similar effects for the dusts. It might give you a clue anyway.
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--Elias-- said:
Yeah I fixed it!
Now is it possible to make wings semi transparent?
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Yes. But currently I still need to test myself if I've done it right. If you can send or pm me the texture I could try my method out for you, if it works I'll share it.
 
Gorateron said:
You can't put it anywhere you like, you should put it in Sounds/Music since that's the slot it'll be using and where tML will look if you are using the default autoloading properties.


Currently, custom framing for wings isn't supported. *sad face* Possibly in the future.
You can look at how ExampleMod's Example Shield rotates around the player for similar effects for the dusts. It might give you a clue anyway.
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Yes. But currently I still need to test myself if I've done it right. If you can send or pm me the texture I could try my method out for you, if it works I'll share it.
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I'm not on my laptop right now so I can't send you the wings.png. You can use some of the vanilla textures instead.
Also, is this the part that makes it orbit?
Code: 
            if (projectile.ai[0] > 0f)
            {
                float offset = (projectile.ai[0] - 1f) / (modPlayer.elementShields - 1);
                float rotation = modPlayer.elementShieldPos / 300f + offset;
                rotation = (rotation % 1f) * 2f * (float)Math.PI;
                projectile.position += 160f * new Vector2((float)Math.Cos(rotation), (float)Math.Sin(rotation));
                projectile.rotation = -rotation;
            }
 
--Elias-- said:
I'm not on my laptop right now so I can't send you the wings.png. You can use some of the vanilla textures instead.
Also, is this the part that makes it orbit?
Code: 
            if (projectile.ai[0] > 0f)
            {
                float offset = (projectile.ai[0] - 1f) / (modPlayer.elementShields - 1);
                float rotation = modPlayer.elementShieldPos / 300f + offset;
                rotation = (rotation % 1f) * 2f * (float)Math.PI;
                projectile.position += 160f * new Vector2((float)Math.Cos(rotation), (float)Math.Sin(rotation));
                projectile.rotation = -rotation;
            }
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Yes.
 
Guys, I have a question, do you know if there is a way to add "air acceleration" while in the air ? I would like my character to be able to accelerate to ground max speed ( 102 mph in my case ) while in the air, similarly to Sun wings.
 
can anyone give me the code for a weapon like the clockwork assault rifle? But not fully auto.

I am trying to make a glock(like in CS:GO)

If possible also how could I have it switch between firing types?
Thx <3
 
Does anyone know how to find code from vanilla items, like sniper scopes zoom, or vampire knives lifesteal? If i knew how, I wouldn't have to rely on forums so much.
 
Can someone answer my question? How would I make an item with Cthulhu dash deal more than 30 damage? And what would I do to make the dash inflict a buff on enemies?
Bro Force said:
How do you remake the effects of the Shield of Cthulhu.
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player.canDash2 = true gives you the ability to Cthulhu dash, I think. I can't check, as I'm on mobile right now.
 
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@Eldrazi :
do you know if there is a way to add "air acceleration" while in the air ? I would like my character to be able to accelerate to ground max speed ( 102 mph in my case ) while in the air, similarly to Sun wings.
 
What would be the item ID for "Any Iron Bar"?

EDIT: As in, how to make something crafted with iron or lead, like a trapdoor or a mech boss summoning item, for example.
 
Guys small question, how do you make a weapon animation like the arkhalis ? from what I understood, it's like a static melee staff with a bigger hitbox and an animation.
I really would love to know how to do that...

Second question, I tried all sorts of things, is there even a way to "accelerate" and modify "air top speed" ? I want my char to be able to fluidly change directions in midair and accelerate at high speeds..

Lastly, what do I exactly need for a minion, the example minion isn't really clear about which class I need, in my case I want to do a melee minion, but there is a catch, it generates an electro shield every n amount of time around it, which is what will actually damage the enemy ( to avoid piercing cooldown ) and will launch homing projectiles.
What I need to know is how do I do a "homing" npc + buff combo in the first place and how to make a projectile follow the minion ( the shield ).

Other useful things I would like to know how it works :
-disabling piercing cool down
-passive mana regen ( doesn't seem to work, while code is correct and literally is a copy of my health regen code )
-Weapon burst fire
 
Mine_Sasha said:
Guys small question, how do you make a weapon animation like the arkhalis ? from what I understood, it's like a static melee staff with a bigger hitbox and an animation.
I really would love to know how to do that...

Second question, I tried all sorts of things, is there even a way to "accelerate" and modify "air top speed" ? I want my char to be able to fluidly change directions in midair and accelerate at high speeds..

Lastly, what do I exactly need for a minion, the example minion isn't really clear about which class I need, in my case I want to do a melee minion, but there is a catch, it generates an electro shield every n amount of time around it, which is what will actually damage the enemy ( to avoid piercing cooldown ) and will launch homing projectiles.
What I need to know is how do I do a "homing" npc + buff combo in the first place and how to make a projectile follow the minion ( the shield ).

Other useful things I would like to know how it works :
-disabling piercing cool down
-passive mana regen ( doesn't seem to work, while code is correct and literally is a copy of my health regen code )
-Weapon burst fire
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You should honestly just decompile or at least look into the source code with ILSpy or whatever.
 
I have seen the source code once but never used it as a reference..
Though any helpful advises / tips / help to give please ^^ ?
The first 2 questions are REALLY important in my case ^^''
 
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