Scripting?

[76mm]

Is there a guide available describing what can be done with scripting?

For instance, would it be possible to create a script that would allow players to merge units in the same tile? In other words, if two hoplite (or whatever) units were stacked in the same tile, to combine them into one, stronger, hoplite unit?

[pavelk]

Hi 76mm,

Is there a guide available describing what can be done with scripting?

right now there is only a bit older video describing the modding possibitilies in nutshell. We plan to write a detailed guide for modding but there hasnt been time yet.

Would it be possible to create a script that would allow players to merge units in the same tile? In other words, if two hoplite (or whatever) units were stacked in the same tile, to combine them into one, stronger, hoplite unit?

Yes, it can be easily done. You create new unit action (in msgs.cs) which will be available only when unit is on tile where is another unit of the same type and once it happens and player execute that action, it will remove one of the units and add power (attack and defense) to the selected unit.
The scripts are written in C# and you have the whole .NET Framework available in the scripts.

[76mm]

Wow, this game continues to amaze. Still travelling but will pick it up once I'm back and then will have LOTS more questions!

[pavelk]

will have LOTS more questions!

Sure, bring them on:) I also recommend to look into existing official mod scripts (in Scripts subfolder of ancient_rome folder). You will surely find interesting examples of what you might use later on.

And have fun:)