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1) I've downloaded several ship sets of various races; however, I've noticed that I often have to 'move' files around into different directories to get them to work. I have NO idea what I'm really doing...and sometimes I don't know where to put certain files, nor do I know if I'm just downloading pictures or AI files...or if they are always congruent.
Installation:
If you have the full Version, unzip all files into a folder named "illuminati" in your "...\Space Empires IV\Pictures\Races" folder.
If you're using the demo, the problem is that the demo has the option to install new race styles disabled. The only way to try any new race styles before having the full Version of the game is by renaming all the files to overwrite one of the existing ones.
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2) Do 'ship sets' automatically modify the AI?
As stated, only for “that” ship set. No other AI is effected.
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3) I loathe using any MOD's as they change the 'parameters' of game play (if I understand them correctly). Is there a way to 'save' the original files or does one need to reload the game every time you want to change back to the original parameters
Mod’s are kept in there own files, and do not effect the original game. For example, the TDM mod has it’s own folder in your Space Empires directory called “ TDM-ModPack, where all of it’s files are kept. The only thing that is changed is the PATH text:
(Using Mod Directory := None) To (Using Mod Directory := TDM-ModPack)
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4) Are ship sets and Emp files MOD-specific or can they be used interchangeably?
Ship sets and Emp files can be used in any Mod. You simply have to put the set and Emp files you want into the Mod directory files. I.E. the Ship sets into Pictures\Race\ShipSetName and the Emp files into the Empires Folder.
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5) In PBW games, do all players have to use the same ship sets, etc, for AI players?
In order for the other players to see your sets, they too must have them and you must have the ones they are using in order to see them as they are designed to be seen. Read the PBW Q&A at
http://seiv.pbw.cc/index.jsp
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6) Is anyone working on a Manual...or a reference guide for technologies, etc?
There are already tons of info regarding Manuals and or reference guides for technologies and other aspects of the game. Check out this site for strategies:
http://www.spaceempires.org/
Topics of interest:
http://www.shrapnelgames.com/ubb/For...ML/001389.html http://www.shrapnelgames.com/ubb/For...ML/002249.html http://www.shrapnelgames.com/ubb/For.../003247-2.html http://www.shrapnelgames.com/ubb/For...ML/003136.html http://www.shrapnelgames.com/ubb/For...ML/003157.html
Info:
http://www.sandman43.fsnet.co.uk/vikingshipnotes.htm
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New Age Ship Yards
Mods vs. Shipsets
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