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=== Pinging Zeus === | === Pinging Zeus === | ||
When playing a Zeus mission, but not in the role of the Zeus, press '''Y''' to ping him. He'll receive a sound cue and your name will be briefly highlighted. Use this to attract his attention towards a problem or an opportunity ahead. | When playing a Zeus mission, but not in the role of the Zeus, press '''[Y]''' to ping him. He'll receive a sound cue and your name will be briefly highlighted. Use this to attract his attention towards a problem or an opportunity ahead. | ||
''Don't bother with pressing '''Y''' rapidly to spam the Zeus, as messages are sent only once per second.'' | ''Don't bother with pressing '''[Y]''' rapidly to spam the Zeus, as messages are sent only once per second.'' | ||
=== Accessing Zeus === | === Accessing Zeus === | ||
Press '''Y''' to toggle the Zeus interface.<br /><br />It can be available in these two forms:<br /> | Press '''[Y]''' to toggle the Zeus interface.<br /><br />It can be available in these two forms:<br /> | ||
* '''Free''' - Zeus is a soldier on the battlefield who can any time open the interface to curate the mission, but risks being killed.<br /> | * '''Free''' - Zeus is a soldier on the battlefield who can any time open the interface to curate the mission, but risks being killed.<br /> | ||
* '''Forced''' - the interface is opened automatically and cannot be closed by pressing the key. Zeus is not represented in the world and is safe from any danger. | * '''Forced''' - the interface is opened automatically and cannot be closed by pressing the key. Zeus is not represented in the world and is safe from any danger. | ||
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=== Camera === | === Camera === | ||
Camera gives you aerial view over the battlefield.<br /> | Camera gives you aerial view over the battlefield.<br /> | ||
* Move with '''W''', '''A''', '''S''', '''D'''<br /> | * Move with '''[W]''', '''[A]''', '''[S]''', '''[D]'''<br /> | ||
* Change altitude with '''Q''' and '''Z'''<br /> | * Change altitude with '''[Q]''' and '''[Z]'''<br /> | ||
* Hold '''Left Shift''' to accelerate.<br /> | * Hold '''[Left Shift]''' to accelerate.<br /> | ||
* Press '''F''' to move to selected unit.<br /> | * Press '''[F]''' to move to selected unit.<br /> | ||
* Press '''Enter [NUM]''' to toggle view of selected unit<br /> | * Press '''[Enter [NUM]]''' to toggle view of selected unit<br /> | ||
* Press '''Space''' to move to position of the last pinged player<br /> | * Press '''[Space]''' to move to position of the last pinged player<br /> | ||
* Press '''Ctrl + F1...F12''' to save camera position, and '''F1...F12''' to restore it | * Press '''Ctrl + F1...F12''' to save camera position, and '''F1...F12''' to restore it | ||
In some scenarios, area where you can move with the camera may be limited. While not visualized, you will recognize it upon reaching it. | In some scenarios, area where you can move with the camera may be limited. While not visualized, you will recognize it upon reaching it. | ||
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=== Interface === | === Interface === | ||
Zeus interface provides additional features for simplified control over the mission:<br /> | Zeus interface provides additional features for simplified control over the mission:<br /> | ||
* Press '''J''' to show your briefing and tasks<br /> | * Press '''[J]''' to show your briefing and tasks<br /> | ||
* Press '''N''' to toggle vision mode (when available)<br /> | * Press '''[N]''' to toggle vision mode (when available)<br /> | ||
* Press '''O''' to toggle clock<br /> | * Press '''[O]''' to toggle clock<br /> | ||
* Press '''K''' to toggle compass<br /> | * Press '''[K]''' to toggle compass<br /> | ||
* Press '''Backspace''' to toggle interface | * Press '''[Backspace]''' to toggle interface | ||
=== Map === | === Map === | ||
The map provides unprecedented overview of everything under your control.<br /> | The map provides unprecedented overview of everything under your control.<br /> | ||
* Open it by pressing '''M'''.<br /> | * Open it by pressing '''[M]'''.<br /> | ||
* Zoom the map in or out with '''[mouse-wheel up and down]'''<br /> | * Zoom the map in or out with '''[mouse-wheel up and down]'''<br /> | ||
* Click '''[MMB]''' to quickly teleport camera under the cursor.<br /> | * Click '''[MMB]''' to quickly teleport camera under the cursor.<br /> | ||
* Close the map by pressing '''M''' or '''Escape'''.<br /> | * Close the map by pressing '''[M]''' or '''[Escape]'''.<br /> | ||
* Press '''T''' to toggle textures. | * Press '''[T]''' to toggle textures. | ||
Current camera position is represented by [[File:a3 fm drawCamera.png|32px]] and approximate view cone. | Current camera position is represented by [[File:a3 fm drawCamera.png|32px]] and approximate view cone. | ||
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=== Selecting === | === Selecting === | ||
Select an entity by clicking '''[LMB]''' on its icon or name in the entity list. | Select an entity by clicking '''[LMB]''' on its icon or name in the entity list. | ||
* Hold '''Left Ctrl''' to select add / remove the entity from selection. | * Hold '''[Left Ctrl]''' to select add / remove the entity from selection. | ||
* Hold '''Left Shift''' to select multiple entities (works only in the list) | * Hold '''[Left Shift]''' to select multiple entities (works only in the list) | ||
* Click and drag '''[LMB]''' to select multiple entities in the frame. | * Click and drag '''[LMB]''' to select multiple entities in the frame. | ||
While all entities can be selected, not all of them can be edited: | While all entities can be selected, not all of them can be edited: | ||
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Click and drag an entitu with '''[LMB]''' to edit it.<br /> | Click and drag an entitu with '''[LMB]''' to edit it.<br /> | ||
:[[File:a3 fm curatorMove.png|32px]] Move it around by default. When vehicle crew is selected, it will be moved out of their vehicle<br /> | :[[File:a3 fm curatorMove.png|32px]] Move it around by default. When vehicle crew is selected, it will be moved out of their vehicle<br /> | ||
:[[File:a3 fm curatorMoveZ.png|32px]] Hold '''Left Alt''' to change the height.<br /> | :[[File:a3 fm curatorMoveZ.png|32px]] Hold '''[Left Alt]''' to change the height.<br /> | ||
:[[File:a3 fm curatorMoveIn.png|32px]] When a vehicle is under cursor, move selected soldiers inside<br /> | :[[File:a3 fm curatorMoveIn.png|32px]] When a vehicle is under cursor, move selected soldiers inside<br /> | ||
:[[File:a3 fm curatorRotate.png|32px]] Hold '''Left Shift''' to rotate it<br /> | :[[File:a3 fm curatorRotate.png|32px]] Hold '''[Left Shift]''' to rotate it<br /> | ||
:[[File:a3 fm curatorMoveDisabled.png|32px]] When the entity is outside of the editing area or is being dragged into it, editing is not possible. | :[[File:a3 fm curatorMoveDisabled.png|32px]] When the entity is outside of the editing area or is being dragged into it, editing is not possible. | ||
Some scenarios may limit the editing area. Its borders are visualized in the scene by blue walls and by icons in the. | Some scenarios may limit the editing area. Its borders are visualized in the scene by blue walls and by icons in the. | ||
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When a group (or its member) is selected, you can give it waypoints. They can be created anywhere on the map, no matter where the editing area is.<br /> | When a group (or its member) is selected, you can give it waypoints. They can be created anywhere on the map, no matter where the editing area is.<br /> | ||
* Click '''[RMB]''' to place a waypoint (it will replace all existing waypoints)<br /> | * Click '''[RMB]''' to place a waypoint (it will replace all existing waypoints)<br /> | ||
* Hold '''Left Ctrl''' while clicking to add a new waypoint, preserving the existing ones.<br /> | * Hold '''[Left Ctrl]''' while clicking to add a new waypoint, preserving the existing ones.<br /> | ||
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Type is based on what you clicked on:<br /> | Type is based on what you clicked on:<br /> | ||
:[[File:a3 fm curatorPlaceWaypoint.png|32px]] MOVE when clicked on an empty space<br /> | |||
:[[File:a3 fm curatorPlaceWaypointGetIn.png|32px]] GET IN when clicked on a vehicle<br /> | |||
:[[File:a3 fm curatorPlaceWaypointDestroy.png|32px]] DESTROY when clicked on an enemy<br /> | |||
:[[File:a3 fm curatorPlaceWaypointCycle.png|32px]] CYCLE when '''[Left Alt]''' is held - upon reaching it, the unit will repeat waypoints from the first one. | |||
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=== Connecting === | === Connecting === | ||
Hold '''Left Ctrl''', click '''[LMB]''' on an object and drag the line.<br /> | Hold '''[Left Ctrl]''', click '''[LMB]''' on an object and drag the line.<br /> | ||
* Release the button on another object to connect them together.<br /> | * Release the button on another object to connect them together.<br /> | ||
* Release the button over an empty space to disconnect objects.<br /><br />Two types of connections exist:<br /> | * Release the button over an empty space to disconnect objects.<br /><br />Two types of connections exist:<br /> | ||
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=== Editing (Advanced) === | === Editing (Advanced) === | ||
Additional keys lets you to further manipulate with an entity:<br /> | Additional keys lets you to further manipulate with an entity:<br /> | ||
* Press '''G''' to order soldiers in vehicles to get out<br /> | * Press '''[G]''' to order soldiers in vehicles to get out<br /> | ||
* Press '''End''' to destroy objects<br /> | * Press '''[End]''' to destroy objects<br /> | ||
* Press '''Delete''' to delete entities<br /> | * Press '''[Delete]''' to delete entities<br /> | ||
Objects can be destroyed or deleted only when in the editing zone. Modules, waypoints and markers can be removed anywhere. | Objects can be destroyed or deleted only when in the editing zone. Modules, waypoints and markers can be removed anywhere. | ||
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* Select an entity to place<br /> | * Select an entity to place<br /> | ||
* Click '''[LMB]''' on the ground to place the entity.<br /> | * Click '''[LMB]''' on the ground to place the entity.<br /> | ||
* Hold '''Left Ctrl''' while clicking '''[LMB]''' to continue with placing afterwards. | * Hold '''[Left Ctrl]''' while clicking '''[LMB]''' to continue with placing afterwards. | ||
Object cost is previewed on the resources bar on top of the screen. Too expensive entities are greyed out and cannot be placed. | Object cost is previewed on the resources bar on top of the screen. Too expensive entities are greyed out and cannot be placed. | ||
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* When squad leader, you cannot give any orders.<br /> | * When squad leader, you cannot give any orders.<br /> | ||
* Messages over chat or VOIP will be still said by you, not the unit.<br /> | * Messages over chat or VOIP will be still said by you, not the unit.<br /> | ||
Press '''Y''' to return back to the Zeus interface. | Press '''[Y]''' to return back to the Zeus interface. | ||
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=== Placing explosives === | === Placing explosives === | ||
Explosives and mines placed by Zeus have a special behaviour:<br /> | Explosives and mines placed by Zeus have a special behaviour:<br /> | ||
* All selected explosives can be detonated by pressing '''End'''<br /> | * All selected explosives can be detonated by pressing '''[End]'''<br /> | ||
* Explosives are instantly revealed to everyone who's on the same side as Zeus<br /> | * Explosives are instantly revealed to everyone who's on the same side as Zeus<br /> | ||
* Approximate minefield area is visualized on the map for everyone. | * Approximate minefield area is visualized on the map for everyone. | ||
Revision as of 13:07, 4 April 2014
Zeus
Zeus
Project Zeus is a new concept where the mission is curated by one or more game masters. Using 3D real-time editor, they can expand and manipulate mission content in order to provide more interesting gameplay for other players.
Specific goals and limitations prevents them from becoming too powerful and makes sure they also have some challenges to overcome.
To become a Zeus, take the slot marked by Zeus icon in the multiplayer mission lobby.
Pinging Zeus
When playing a Zeus mission, but not in the role of the Zeus, press [Y] to ping him. He'll receive a sound cue and your name will be briefly highlighted. Use this to attract his attention towards a problem or an opportunity ahead.
Don't bother with pressing [Y] rapidly to spam the Zeus, as messages are sent only once per second.
Accessing Zeus
Press [Y] to toggle the Zeus interface.
It can be available in these two forms:
- Free - Zeus is a soldier on the battlefield who can any time open the interface to curate the mission, but risks being killed.
- Forced - the interface is opened automatically and cannot be closed by pressing the key. Zeus is not represented in the world and is safe from any danger.
Camera
Camera gives you aerial view over the battlefield.
- Move with [W], [A], [S], [D]
- Change altitude with [Q] and [Z]
- Hold [Left Shift] to accelerate.
- Press [F] to move to selected unit.
- Press [Enter [NUM]] to toggle view of selected unit
- Press [Space] to move to position of the last pinged player
- Press Ctrl + F1...F12 to save camera position, and F1...F12 to restore it
In some scenarios, area where you can move with the camera may be limited. While not visualized, you will recognize it upon reaching it.
Camera moves faster when higher up. Increase the altitude to easily cover long distances.
Interface
Zeus interface provides additional features for simplified control over the mission:
- Press [J] to show your briefing and tasks
- Press [N] to toggle vision mode (when available)
- Press [O] to toggle clock
- Press [K] to toggle compass
- Press [Backspace] to toggle interface
Map
The map provides unprecedented overview of everything under your control.
- Open it by pressing [M].
- Zoom the map in or out with [mouse-wheel up and down]
- Click [MMB] to quickly teleport camera under the cursor.
- Close the map by pressing [M] or [Escape].
- Press [T] to toggle textures.
Current camera position is represented by 
and approximate view cone.
Selecting
Select an entity by clicking [LMB] on its icon or name in the entity list.
- Hold [Left Ctrl] to select add / remove the entity from selection.
- Hold [Left Shift] to select multiple entities (works only in the list)
- Click and drag [LMB] to select multiple entities in the frame.
While all entities can be selected, not all of them can be edited:
Normal object, can be edited
Destroyed object, can be edited
Not in the editing area, cannot be edited
Player, cannot be edited
Waypoint, can be always edited
Editing
Click and drag an entitu with [LMB] to edit it.
Move it around by default. When vehicle crew is selected, it will be moved out of their vehicle
Hold [Left Alt] to change the height.
When a vehicle is under cursor, move selected soldiers inside
Hold [Left Shift] to rotate it
When the entity is outside of the editing area or is being dragged into it, editing is not possible.
Some scenarios may limit the editing area. Its borders are visualized in the scene by blue walls and by icons in the.
Soldiers and ground vehicles moved to high altitude will parachute to the ground.
Placing waypoints
When a group (or its member) is selected, you can give it waypoints. They can be created anywhere on the map, no matter where the editing area is.
- Click [RMB] to place a waypoint (it will replace all existing waypoints)
- Hold [Left Ctrl] while clicking to add a new waypoint, preserving the existing ones.
Type is based on what you clicked on:
MOVE when clicked on an empty space
GET IN when clicked on a vehicle
DESTROY when clicked on an enemy
CYCLE when [Left Alt] is held - upon reaching it, the unit will repeat waypoints from the first one.
Setting attributes
Often, missions will allow you to set specific entity attributes.
Doubleclick [LMB] on the entity icon or its name in the entity list to open attributes window.
Available attributes can be:
- Objects - health, skill, fuel, lock, …
- Groups - callsing, combat mode, formation, ...
- Waypoints - combat mode, speed, ...
- Markers - text, color, …
Many modules won't be even initialized until you configure their attributes.
Connecting
Hold [Left Ctrl], click [LMB] on an object and drag the line.
- Release the button on another object to connect them together.
- Release the button over an empty space to disconnect objects.
Two types of connections exist: - <img image='\a3\Ui_f\data\GUI\Rsc\RscDisplayArcadeMap\icon_toolbox_units_ca.paa' size='1.5' shadow='0' /><img image='\a3\Ui_f\data\GUI\Rsc\RscDisplayArcadeMap\icon_toolbox_groups_ca.paa' size='1.5' shadow='0' /> Grouping - when units or groups modes are selected, you can group them together. Works only with AI units (e.g., soldiers or manned vehicles)
- <img image='\a3\Ui_f\data\GUI\Rsc\RscDisplayArcadeMap\icon_toolbox_modules_ca.paa' size='1.5' shadow='0' /> Syncing - when modules mode is selected, objects are synchronized. Some modules may require synchronization to affected objects.
Editing (Advanced)
Additional keys lets you to further manipulate with an entity:
- Press [G] to order soldiers in vehicles to get out
- Press [End] to destroy objects
- Press [Delete] to delete entities
Objects can be destroyed or deleted only when in the editing zone. Modules, waypoints and markers can be removed anywhere.
Placing
Zeus can place new entities in the scene:
- Select editing mode
- <img image='\a3\Ui_f\data\GUI\Rsc\RscDisplayArcadeMap\icon_toolbox_units_ca.paa' size='1.0' shadow='0' /> - Objects (soldier, vehicles and objects, can be placed only in the editing area)
- <img image='\a3\Ui_f\data\GUI\Rsc\RscDisplayArcadeMap\icon_toolbox_groups_ca.paa' size='1.0' shadow='0' /> - Groups of objects
- <img image='\a3\Ui_f\data\GUI\Rsc\RscDisplayArcadeMap\icon_toolbox_modules_ca.paa' size='1.0' shadow='0' /> - Modules (systems like artillery strikes, respawn points, weather settings, ...). Can be usually placed anywhere.
- <img image='\a3\Ui_f\data\GUI\Rsc\RscDisplayArcadeMap\icon_toolbox_markers_ca.paa' size='1.0' shadow='0' /> - Markers (visible to every player, can be placed anywhere for free)
- <img image='\a3\Ui_f\data\GUI\Rsc\RscDisplayArcadeMap\icon_toolbox_units_ca.paa' size='1.0' shadow='0' /> - Objects (soldier, vehicles and objects, can be placed only in the editing area)
- Pick a side (<img image='\a3\ui_f_curator\Data\Displays\RscDisplayCurator\side_west_ca.paa' size='1.0' shadow='0' color = '#ff004d99' /><img image='\a3\ui_f_curator\Data\Displays\RscDisplayCurator\side_east_ca.paa' size='1.0' shadow='0' color = '#ff800000' /><img image='\a3\ui_f_curator\Data\Displays\RscDisplayCurator\side_guer_ca.paa' size='1.0' shadow='0' color = '#ff008000' /><img image='\a3\ui_f_curator\Data\Displays\RscDisplayCurator\side_civ_ca.paa' size='1.0' shadow='0' color = '#ff660080' /><img image='\a3\ui_f_curator\Data\Displays\RscDisplayCurator\side_unknown_ca.paa' size='1.0' shadow='0' color = '#ffb39900' />)
- Select an entity to place
- Click [LMB] on the ground to place the entity.
- Hold [Left Ctrl] while clicking [LMB] to continue with placing afterwards.
Object cost is previewed on the resources bar on top of the screen. Too expensive entities are greyed out and cannot be placed.
Taking over units
When you have 'Remote Control' module available, place it over any non-player unit to take over it.
Once in possession of the unit, you can move, shoot or perform actions as if it was you. However, there are some limitations:
- When squad leader, you cannot give any orders.
- Messages over chat or VOIP will be still said by you, not the unit.
Press [Y] to return back to the Zeus interface.
Placing fire support
Zeus can quickly send fire support on any location. However, it takes a few seconds for it to arrive, and players are meanwhile warned and can seek a cover.
Fire support module is visualized as an area of expected damage:
- All vehicles and soldiers in the red zone will be destroyed or disabled
- Orange zone is maximal blast radius able to kill soldiers who are not in cover
Keep in mind that sending fire support onto or near civilian objects opposes international laws of war. Additionally, using cluster ammunition is controversial at best.
Placing explosives
Explosives and mines placed by Zeus have a special behaviour:
- All selected explosives can be detonated by pressing [End]
- Explosives are instantly revealed to everyone who's on the same side as Zeus
- Approximate minefield area is visualized on the map for everyone.
Anti-Personnel (AP) mines are banned by international laws of war. Use them with caution!