Re: CF: Beginneers Guide

[James Cameron <cameron@stl.dec.com>]

Scott Wedel wrote:
> Well, actually monster's want a line of sight.  The LOS algorithm is to
> basically head towards player and if most direct square towards player
> is blocked to then check other square(s) which still head towards
> player.

I've noticed that with an Avatar some monsters will stay and engage the
thing but others will circle it and still come at me.  Presumably there
is also a target selection algorithm?

> I need to get laid off with a nice package so I have the time implement
> some of these ideas.

Try working for Digital.  Oh, too late.  ;-)  We got sold.

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