Game - Preload File

[JeffreyQ]

How does this actually work?

I tried preloading one of my dummy that uses ancient protector missile.

• Game - Preload Abilities\Weapons\AncientProtectorMissile\AncientProtectorMissile.mdl

But when i cast the ability for the 1st time it still lags.. So how does preload actually work? Where did i use it wrongly. Thanks in advance!


**Please note that the ability only lags for the 1st cast. If i remove the create dummy, it won't lag at all. (And the ability is not in a loop)

 

[Justify]

Preloading paths only works for (special)effects, units have much other data that needs to be read. Each dummy needs to be preloaded by creating it on map init once. Use one dummy with a invisible model and attach the effects, thats much easier then 200 dummies.

 

[Pharaoh_]

Exactly, just import the View attachment dummy.mdx in your map and attach the special effect you want on origin/overhead/chest (these are the only attachment points it has).

 

[JeffreyQ]

Thanks for the reply and info [: Really appreciate it. About the dummym does the special effect scale if i scale the dummy unit? Because sometimes i need a larger Warstomp for example.

 

[Pharaoh_]

Yes, this depends on whether you have ticked "Art - Scale Projectiles" or not. If this field is true, then yes, they are scaled. So, either scale the dummy from the editor with Art - Scaling Value or in game with Animation - Change Unit's size.

 

[JeffreyQ]

Nice tip there! Never know it. +Rep to both of you [:

EDIT: can't give any more rep to you guys D: I will remember and give it once i can! Thanks again!