Here is what I've got.

CaseyTucker · Post by **CaseyTucker** » Sat Jun 03, 2006 3:09 am

I have, after weeks of decision making, decided to join the TR project for Morrowind after getting more into the modding community. My specialty, I've come to realise, is NPCs, which include dialogue, personalities, and the like. I've been told that the Morrowind province's NPCs are rather bland with the generic dialogue, but I also understand that it's about to be released. Not to worry, I can do what I can or start some new NPC making. I've created an NPC alpha, my own submission to the "PC Project" that I've started on the official forums. It's a massive project that takes everyone's PC character and compiles them as a giant companion release for a "psuedo-MMORPG" effect on Morrowind.

I know this "Akronos" character of mine has dialogue done differently, with the traditional "choice branch" for conversation, but I know how the generic Morrowind dialogue works, with topics and such, and I can easily write for that no problem. Do note that Akronos will say different things when asked the same question twice, and he also has a rather cold attitude (He's based off my evil character) which I also hope you notice, because I want the dialogue to effectively convey personality.

Nanu · Post by **Nanu** » Sat Jun 03, 2006 3:27 am

*ahem*

CaseyTucker · Post by **CaseyTucker** » Sat Jun 03, 2006 3:51 am

Here is something else - proof that I can write, which I suppose will go to support the fact that I can write dialogue and create characters - probably quests as well. Also, here's a link on a TC I started - effort of mine will go to TR instead, however, if I am chosen as modder. www.freewebs.com/worldoflania/ All the implementations I posted on the main page are possible in scripting and have been seen/and/or tested by myself, which goes to say that yes, I can script.

ch85us2001 · Post by **ch85us2001** » Sat Jun 03, 2006 3:58 am

Mmmph. It's twelve AM here, and I've been up building an app in Basic, so I'll take a look at this tommorrow.

Can you do any scripting?

(If you find dialogue easy, you may or may not find scripting easy. If that narrows it down any.)

CaseyTucker · Post by **CaseyTucker** » Sat Jun 03, 2006 4:00 am

I find scripting easier than dialogue. I am a writer - writing is much more difficult, in my opinion, than scripting, as writing is an art and scripting is practical knowledge.

I am fluent in both.

--Edit, though scripting takes the same creativity as writing does, in a sense, so at times, they're both equally difficult.

ch85us2001 · Post by **ch85us2001** » Sat Jun 03, 2006 4:04 am

I think the same way. I work on Race Cars, and I find the same principles apply to scripting.

Everything does something to everything else, and when they do it in the right order, it works.

Basically, I have to think like the computer does, if tat makes any sense.

I'm just a logic minded person.

And I'll stop spamming now. Must get to bed.

So, I'll take a look in the morning.

Can you give an ID so I can peak in the CS? I'm assuming "Akronos"

PS. We'll soon be in need of good scripters and people who can do dialogue.

CaseyTucker · Post by **CaseyTucker** » Sat Jun 03, 2006 4:19 am

Your assumption is correct. Akronos

..PS: You work in the pits, the shop, or your garage?

ch85us2001 · Post by **ch85us2001** » Sat Jun 03, 2006 12:35 pm

I just lost a big post.

Ok, I noticed the script wasn't complete. That's fine, I saw a good deal of your work.

One point, when scripting, always keep spacing. Makes it easier to read. EXAMPLE

Code: Select all

Begin Chuscript

Short Var1
Short Var2

if ( Var1 == 1 )
    if ( Var2 == 1 )
         "Do something"
    endif
endif

end

It just makes it easier to read. You can use Tab for even spacing.

It seems like you can work with a team, which is good.

Hmmm. If your willing to stick with it, I'll say. . .

I reccomend you, but it's up to the core . . .

PS- The pits and the Garage. I dont do any body work or anything like that.

Hopefully Ill get to drive next year.

Sload · Post by **Sload** » Sat Jun 03, 2006 4:58 pm

Can you work on Oblivion at all?

[Aside] What's this bolded modder recommended stuff? It's not like that's some sort of official seal.

Nanu · Post by **Nanu** » Sat Jun 03, 2006 5:21 pm

Can you work on Oblivion at all?

According to him on MSN: No. His computer can't handle it.

Edit: On another note; Casey, try writing something on, related to, or takes place in, Hammerfell. You can write, but we need to see if you can write for the project.

Know nothing about Hammerfell? [url=http://til.gamingsource.net]TIL[/url] is your friend.

CaseyTucker · Post by **CaseyTucker** » Sun Jun 04, 2006 4:53 am

In response to Ch85us, the mod isn't complete. The script isn't complete. It's just a sampler. Though my syntax for scripting is a bit unorthodox, I have never had a deficient script due to not tabbing or (using these,) but of course, I can change to Bethesda's scripting style the moment I join. I guess that was never a problem for me, because only I ever read my own scripts, really.

ch85us2001 · Post by **ch85us2001** » Mon Jun 05, 2006 1:59 pm

[url=http://tamriel-rebuilt.org/old_forum/viewtopic.php?t=13243]Here[/url]'s why we do it.

5) Keep strict and uniform style of blank spaces at the beginning of the lines inside some conditions, so everybody can track which "end if" belongs to which "if".

Generarily just make sure you make your script in a way in which you would like to find it if you were asked to fix it after five years. I am sure this will be no problem for you.

Thank you for your valuable efforts.

It not like it's a big deal or anything, and it's not really neccessary when your just doing your own mods, but it needs to be done when working on a team.

Nanu · Post by **Nanu** » Mon Jun 05, 2006 4:21 pm

It not like it's a big deal or anything, and it's not really necessary when your just doing your own mods, but it needs to be done when working on a team.

Or when you want people to look at it. You'll find that we're a bit picky here at TR.

Xui'al · Post by **Xui'al** » Tue Jun 06, 2006 4:22 am

I like your story. You can write. It's huge, so I just skimmed it. Since it's not Elder Scrolls lore, I'll PM you a little lore test. You are expected to cheat on the test, as it helps to test your skills at researching. Good job!

Morden · Post by **Morden** » Tue Jun 06, 2006 4:48 am

You've definately got writing skill. Nanu sent me your story

Nanu · Post by **Nanu** » Tue Jun 06, 2006 5:14 pm

You've definitely got writing skill. Nanu sent me your story

I tend to agree with Morden.

I'll put it to you straight. I liked your NPC thingy, but if that's all that you tried to get in on, you never would have. Lucky for you; however, that you can write.

Post your lore test here in addition to PMing it to Xui'al, as I would like to see how you did. Remember that you can and should use TIL for help. There's not a person among us that could answer any question off the top of their head.

Thanks for sticking with it.

CaseyTucker · Post by **CaseyTucker** » Fri Jun 09, 2006 10:31 pm

Well, I've completed that test - hope I got those questions right. Learned a lot during the research, pouring through those Tamrielic history books a few times. Anyways I've got a second project I'm working on, but other than that, I'm in the clear, so all extra efforts will go to TR work if I am chosen as modder. Thank you for your attention and comments, everyone.

Massalinie · Post by **Massalinie** » Sat Jun 10, 2006 1:26 am

Nanu Ra wrote:Post your lore test here in addition to PMing it to Xui'al, as I would like to see how you did. Remember that you can and should use TIL for help. There's not a person among us that could answer any question off the top of their head.

I could answer most of the lore test questions of the top of my head. All but a few.

It is possible to just know this stuff you know.

Nanu · Post by **Nanu** » Sat Jun 10, 2006 1:32 am

could answer most of the lore test questions of the top of my head. All but a few. It is possible to just know this stuff you know.

You missed my point.

I was saying that if I wanted to, or if Xui'al wanted to, he or I could dig far enough into some archaic piece of ES lore and pull a question out of it that no one could answer off the top of his or her head.

Morden · Post by **Morden** » Sat Jun 10, 2006 2:04 am

Promoted to TR modder.

Feel free to explore and post in the other forums you now have available to you, Casey.

Check out he claims browser linked at the top of the page, or get in touch with Ludovic and Kapuhy if you're interested in some serious beta testing on the Morrowind province.

CaseyTucker · Post by **CaseyTucker** » Sat Jun 10, 2006 3:35 am

Well, I must say, this is a great honor. I appreciate everyone's help and support, especially Nanu Ra on MSN - thank you, very much. I will check the claims and see what needs doing, and I'll keep MSN up for anyone who needs me, caseytucker@hotmail.com

Post by **Gnomey** » Sat Jun 10, 2006 3:39 am

Congrats! Good luck working with TR.

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