NPC development
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Creating new NPCs
To create new NPCs we need 2 things: a script and the graphics.
NPC Script
Scripting Language: eAthena (to be changed soon).
Important Things: If you create a new NPC, be sure to add a comment-line above it. Format of that line:
// NPC npcname "a short description"
mapname,x,y,direction script scriptname ###,{
...
}
That way it's very easy to keep track of all the NPC's ingame. You only have to search the files for "// NPC" and you got all you need. This can also be automated for more info.
Graphics
Currently we use 80 x 50 px in one row with alpha transparency.
Needed sprites
- Barman (done)
- Banker (done)
- At least 2 children (done?)
- Guards (done)
- Monster guide
- Villagers
- Casino Staff
- INN Staff
- Soldiers, soldiers and one more time soldiers :P
Artwork
The NPC Kirin De'kagen by Kyokai
Barber sprite by Neko-mon
Irukard's edit. Based on Necromus work. I added some hairstyles, weapons, items. Also I increased contrast on armors part, because I think they were a bit too blured.
