This is a Q&A/FAQ type page, and consists of questions that have both been
frequently asked, and questions that I think you might ask.
Q1. Can this script relog to my BBS?
A1: Yes, however by default it is setup to relog to cybercity.com
another alternative for relogging to other BBS's is not currently
in development, however If you are crafty enough, you may be able
to edit my login setup for cybercity, to reflect your own BBS.
Q2. How do I make the script open a door, or perform some other special command?
A2: This can be easily done. The first, and easiest way is to put it in the walk
path, as if it were a direction. I.e. you could just put a command in the walk
path to "use black star key e^Mopen e^Me" that will be interpreted by the script
as one command, and will execute them back to back. Notice there is NO trailing
^M on the command, because by default qmodempro 95 sends an enter automatically
when sending a command.
If you wanted to use a command like "go alley" or "go manhole" you may do that and
it also does not need ^M at the end, because the go alley, or go manhole commands
are just like moving a direction, you still see "Obvious exits:...." when you enter
them. Any command that will not result in seeing "Obvious exits" needs to have a ^M
placed after it (i.e. casting a spell, or using a key)
Q3: How do I make my script rest to full?
A3: This can be done using a special pre-coded path command, along with many other
nifty little things. Just put the following path commands in your walk path and
it will perform the action(s) listed, no quotes and all lower case is the only
way it will work.
"restfull" - will rest to full hps (or whatever you have maxhps set to)
"depositall" - will deposit all money on you, obviously must be in a bank
"stashall" - will stash all gold and silver on you (will not do copper), Make
sure you are NOT carrying any plat or copper when executing this
command.
"whatexp" - will broadcast current exp/hr (since last kill) to your current
broadcast channel. Will only work if you have trackexp set to 1
(is by default) if you have trackexp off it will broadcast 0 exp/hr
"break" - will cause the script to STOP completely, leaving you online this
is VERY useful for scripts that run one way. (i.e. running through
the Crytalline tunnels) The script will NOT attack, or REST or
do anything, it STOPS the script completely, make sure you are AT
keys when this happens.
"end" - Symbolizes the end of a looping walk path, will start again at the
top of the path.
Q4: My script deletes any known existance of my personality, and formats my hard drives,
then crashes the entire "NET", How do i fix this?
A4: Stop using a Macintosh, or make sure you're using the right script :*)
Q5: My script keeps attaching "greater hellhound hide" in the lava fields. Why does
it do that, and how do i make it stop? (note: this question applies to many places
that have either items or rooms that have monster names in them)
A5: The reason it tries to attack the hide is simple. It's because it sees "greater
hellhound" which is more than likely what you put in your monster data file. The
way to fix it. Is by adding ---><--- that character (cut and paste it, it looks
like just a square, but it is actually an ansi escape character, or ALT-27 (or alt-027
depending on the system) for those of you who know what that is) to the end of the
monster name. - I.e.
fire bat
pyro jelly
greater hellhound
magma man
etc.. etc..
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I have also Included a mosnter file that has MOST monsters in the realm in it, It
also has ? after all the mosnters I have encountered that need it. I do NOT recommend
using this monster file for regular scripting, it is QUITE large and will slow you
down noticeably as compared to using a monster file with 3-10 monsters in it. Every
time you encounter someone/thing it checks it against the monsters in that list - the
more monsters in the list, the more checking it has to do.
Q6: People keep hanging up my script by doing ".ga bob moves to attack you" how do I
prevent that?
A6: My script will prevent against MOST false attacks of that nature, however because that
global actions immitates mud, even down to the EXACT color, It is near impossible to
prevent against. (Yes it fools megamud, and MMclient as well) Turn your actions off
(.action(s) off works on most systems) or make yourself "busy" so that you cannot
receive any pages or actions (=b or ;b on most systems)
Q7: Do I need to register this script to use it completely?
A7: No, this script is distributed free of charge, and always will be. If you'd like to
donate because you feel the work is worthy, please write me some email. I don't want
to nor will I ever charge for a script, or hinder a script that is not "registered"
however, I can tell you that many people sent me money for this script, and just
like any developer, I appreciate that - but it is not required by any means.
Q8: How do I report a (suspected)bug, or problem with the script?
A8: If you find any bug, Please report it immediately to the email address below
and make the subject of the message "T2 BUG!" and I will read it immediately
and address the problem, with a prompt reply.
Q9: Why do you only support relogging to cybercity?
A9: The script will relog to any BBS, but the relog routine I have writen is by default
set up to relog to cybercity.com - This is for several reasons. First off is bbs
loyalty, they have been extremely helpful and instrumental in this script's year of
development. The 2nd is because that is where I script and that is where I need
it to relog to. Eventually I will come up with some way to modify the relog routine
that is easy. Right now the only way to do it is to edit the code. Please do this
VERY cautiously though. I will not support or discuss problems about any edited
script, more over I will not tell you the "theme" of my script and how it works so
that you can change it yourself.
Q10: Can I edit your script, and make modifications to it, or can I use some of your code?
A10: I don't have a problem with anyone using my ideas or code as long as they give me
credit for the portion I have writen. I encourage you to develop your own scripts
that are faster and better than this one, if my code helps you do that, GREAT! but
please give me credit where credit is due. If you have a change to the script that
you think would help it immensley, please give me the curteously of letting me know
so that we can either discuss a way for me to do the change, and give you credit for
the idea, or vice versa.
Q11: ???
A11: Do you have a question that you think more than one person is asking? or maybe you're
the only one, no matter... Send it to the address below, If necessary I will add it
to this QA document, if not I will just address it to you.
Please send all questions to "tycoon@cybercity.com"
If you choose to do so, send all donations to
and make any checks payable to Zach Webb
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Z.Webb
5200 N. Lamar #S-201
Austin, TX 78751
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