Proportions mod Version 2.2 released

Phoenix-D · #1 May 11th, 2002, 12:06 AM

I just tested the Krill with inaccurate Plasma Missile numbering..they still used the correct missile.

PvK · #2 May 11th, 2002, 12:36 AM

If it were picking the smallest PD component, then it would use Self-Defense Cannon, which is smaller than the PD Beam. If someone figures out what's determining the choice, let me know. I'm sure there's a way to do it though, and will figure it out if no one does first.

As for planetary shield platforms, one nice thing about the really tough troops is that they tend to get destroyed after weapon platforms. If you made a really strong shield plaform with phased shield component, though, it might just be the Last thing to go before population and facilities, but would not protect weaker units, such as platforms with weapons, units based at the planet, infantry, etc.

PvK

oleg · #3 May 11th, 2002, 12:43 AM

Why not ask MM directly about this apperently very confusing issue ? He should know a bit how the hell the hard-coded AI algorythm works !

I would ask myself but I suspect that more respected members of our community might have better chances for prompt response

PvK · #4 May 11th, 2002, 01:27 AM

I thought it'd be easy but ya, it's lookin' more mysterious after a test. I tried offering it a weapon with a higher to-hit, a lower listing position, and a higher Roman numeral, but nope, it just really likes the PD Beam.

I'll ask MM.

PvK

oleg · #5 May 11th, 2002, 01:43 AM

Can be a higher research cost for PDB be a clue ? At least it has 2 tech requirements compared to 1 for PDC.

May be constraction cost is a final factor ? I think it was the root of "ion engine bug"

[ 11 May 2002, 00:44: Message edited by: oleg ]

PvK · #6 May 11th, 2002, 02:05 AM

I just tested construction cost - nope. Haven't tried research requirements. It may be a combination of things. I'm sure it's doable - just have to find the trick.

PvK · #7 May 13th, 2002, 09:06 PM

I found a way to do this over the weekend. Apparently, for some components and facilities (e.g. Point Defense, Organics Generation, Life Support), the AI chooses between them based on their tech level requirements.

By listing some of the same tech requirements twice or thrice, the desirability of those components of facilities can be emphasized, without changing the actual requirements. Pretty spiffy, although it doesn't work for everything (e.g. ECM and Sensors seem to get the AI to actually look for the highest rating).

PvK