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**Biggie** · 10-12-2005, 11:13 PM

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Nice to see ya back at the pavilion nash.

**ClericPrestonFirstClass** · 10-13-2005, 05:59 PM

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Hey. Sorry to ask this. I am new here. I mean, I have been following the pavilion for a long time, since RPG Maker 1, and I think it is great. There are some really good suggestions and solutions to problems on the site, and it has been really helpful, especially for RPG Maker 2. Of course, I have been following the RPG Maker 3 threads to see if anyone knows how to get past some of those god-awful limitations, although I hate to admit, I still find a lot of good things I can do with that game. Anyways, sorry about the rant. I have wanted to say that stuff for a long time. In short, my question is, What is the ACBS? Is it adventure combat battle system? because if it is, awesome. I am just not always sure about what the abbreviations mean for the battle systems. I have read a lot about people doing Zelda-esque games on here, and I would really like to do that, not to post or copy people, but for my own playing at home. IF this is it, please let me know. If not, is there anyone who can post a thread on how to do the Zelda battle style? Thanks in advance

**neobi** · 10-13-2005, 07:49 PM

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Yes this in theory is a Zelda Battle System. ACBS stands for Active Custom Battle System, active being that your always in it real time. I've made a complete Zelda game using a primitive but different version of acbs scripting which the save for can be found at:
http://us.codejunkies.com/saves_showmaxdrive.asp?c=US&cr=USD&cs=$&r=0&l=1&g=587&st=C

I've used a more advanced system of the one above to create my latest Zelda title "Zelda:Triforce". The game teaser can be found in the same link above. Here's a cutting into Z:T's capabilities:

"I'm quite impressed with the way my Zelda:Triforce game is turning out. I have customized the square and circle to be weapons (yes you can script O if you know how), and you use triangle for sword against an opponent or can force one by /\ then O or []. I have my own Custom menu to equip your sword, weapon O, weapon [], magic ability, check inventory(arrows,rupees,seeds).

I have a bunch of neat weapons like the Cane of Somaria can produce a block in ANY world, Hookshot can attract enemies, pots, and other things to you, Bombs that you can lay limitlessly all over, roc's feather allowing you to JUMP on things (yes my own jumping system). And tons of seeds for your seed satchel and shooter.

For enemies I'm using visual effects to make classic enemies. I have a working Like-like that eats your shield and an octorok that actually shoots rocks at you. I also use the slime model for a slime enemy and so forth for what I can.

So wherever you are you can attack with whatever weapon or jump, it automatically hits enemies and pots placed on the map or jumps you on the ledge. You can talk to ppl and run around no different then any other zelda game. I mostly model after the 2d version of zelda but there clearly are the 3d aspects in it too."

Things like pushing blocks and smashing pots and things are also in there. It basically IS a zelda game.

**ClericPrestonFirstClass** · 10-13-2005, 09:06 PM

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Wow. that sounds awesome dude! Thanks a lot Neonash. Just trying to unlock all I can with this game, and even if it wasn't my primary battle system, it would be fun to use for mini games and the like. I love the zelda series and the final fantasy series to death, and always wanted to be able to put them together, and now is my chance. Thanks again

**neobi** · 10-13-2005, 09:42 PM

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Yeah you bet! I'll update the guide more eventually. Already with all those scripts you can create a thrown attack and shot attack just by cycling scripts in the right order. If ya have any Q's or anything just ask.

**HolyPhoenix** · 11-09-2005, 11:34 PM

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Thanks Nash, I have decided that this will be a big help in one of my games.

**neobi** · 11-10-2005, 09:21 AM

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Good somebody is using this. I'll take the time to work on the rest of it then. There's tons of things you can add to it. I'll also explain how to disable run(or have it always active), control the circle button, make a jumping system, make things such as turning enemies into items after death, more advanced attacks, attacks that can burn plants, hit switches etc.. and much more.

Any Q's and you can hook me up on messenger, always willing to help, but I do work tonight until 7ish and I do prefer AIM.

**HolyPhoenix** · 11-10-2005, 11:04 AM

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I would but my dad got rid of messenger. Maybe I will reinstall it or something.

Sounds awsome though.

**ClericPrestonFirstClass** · 11-10-2005, 12:09 PM

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Yes, I would love to learn all this too, man. That would be so awesome. I really need it for an adventure/zelda kind of game I am trying to make for some family members by christmas or a little later. It will help with some mini games too. Thanks in advance, Nash, and thank you for taking the time to explain this to those who need it

**ErikaFuzzbottom** · 11-10-2005, 09:56 PM

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Ooh, better make sure that an RPGM2 game would be something they'd be interested in seeing. I tried showing off my RPGM1 games way back when, and nobody cared. Which makes me glad places like here and the Mag exist.

And good luck finishing an RPGM2 game by Christmas. Game creation on RPGM2 is a long and difficult process from what I understand.

**ClericPrestonFirstClass** · 11-10-2005, 11:23 PM

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Oh, it is extremely simple...it isn't going to be a full-fledged rpg, and it is going to mostly take place in just a restaurant, and with some random events and variables. It is gonna be very simple, and I know their sense of humor and how to make some pretty funny stuff aimed at that. Also, yes, these kids are totally into next-gen systems, but they love old style rpgs, gameboy, super nes, etc...so it will be all good. Now, if i was gonna present my game at the pavilion, I would put a ton more into it. It is just for a laugh for now, and I can build around it and expand on it later. Mostly, I just get extreme joy just out of tamporing with the game, and seeing my ideas come on screen, it is such an awesome feeling, and I have seen many people on the boards say this as well....sometimes, it is just great to just use all the options you can, and see what all you can do, even if it does not end in a finished product.

**HolyPhoenix** · 11-10-2005, 11:31 PM

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I have pretty much understood everything while recreating it.

From what I could see, and tell me if I am wrong, you could only have 1 character fight with what code you had. But that can be easily fixed by myself if I am right.

A few things I did not get though are what variable is SB? And I looked through and I didn't see a something to put the parties HP equivalant to. And also the same thing for the enemies HP. I was wondering if you just put Hit points in for that.

Since I am new using the event stuff in RPG Maker 2(I always got frustrated with the map editor) I am using this to also help me get use to using it's event code. Thanks for your help. This seems like it will work great.

**neobi** · 11-11-2005, 02:11 AM

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SB is for Script Branch, it's a command type for scripting.

Oh and currently yeah this only allows for one person attacking. I may add a simple partner to help you attack in the guide, it's not too hard.

**HolyPhoenix** · 11-11-2005, 10:58 AM

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Ok, thanks that helps.

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