YARG2 , 24 players EA RAND game [7/24 players left]

[Calahan]

Apologies to those who can't extract the large .zip file I've attached above. I forgot to mention that I used the "7-zip" program to compress the files, as it was the only compression program I could find that would pack the .tga file down from 37Mb to below the 23Mb forum limit for .zip attachments. And I'm not sure how compatable the high compression options on "7-Zip" are with other compression programs (but I'm guessing perhaps not very compatable)

You can get the "7-Zip" program here --- http://www.7-zip.org/

Please post if anyone still has problems unpacking the files, and I'll find another solution. (or a more widely recognised compression program/option)

[WraithLord]

Calahan, many thanks for the impressive work with the map.

Do you know how I could add a link to your post in the OP. I seem to vaguely recall something to do with adding the post # to the URL but don't recall the details.

I'm heading off to start the game on the server. I'll update once it's alive and then pass the car keys to rdonj and try to enjoy the ride with the rest of you

[Calahan]

Originally Posted by WraithLord

Do you know how I could add a link to your post in the OP.

@ WraithL - This should be the link to my post with the map. Just copy it all into the OP, and remove the spaces between the u r l at the start and end of it (so it becomes url).

[u r l]http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/showthread.php?p=738553&highlight=#post738553[/u r l]

Maybe make a mention about needing the 7-Zip program to unpack it as well.

[WraithLord]

Game created. Start sending your pretenders. Those who aren't familiar with the procedure please read the guide.

Hurry now, so we can get the game started soon

[Calahan]

@ WraithL - Have you turned renaming off? Just checked the game settings page on the llamaserver, and can't see any reference to renaming apart from where it says "All other settings on default", and when starting a new game on the llamaserver, renaming appears to be on by default.

[WraithLord]

You're very observant. I did turn off renaming. I also double checked in the game settings and it says it's turned off.
It would seem like a glitch in the game settings page that neglects to mention renaming settings changes.

[WingedDog]

WraithLord
Thank you for creating a game. I have a suggestion. Unsigned players join created llamaserver games from time to time, not of ill-will, but because they are newbies and unaware they need to sign the game before joining it. Placing a message like: "Please don't join this game unless you signed for it on shrapnel forum. If you want to play - visit http://forum.shrapnelgames.com , games are created regularly. Good luck. " on the game page could add an extra level of protection.

to @ll
Please make sure you created your pretender under CBM 1.6 and double check pretender file you are going to send. I haven't played a single game which wasn't restarted because someone messed up with his pretender, and I would really like to have an exception.

[WraithLord]

How do I add this message?

[Calahan]

Originally Posted by WraithLord

You're very observant.

A few games from last year taught me the lesson of triple checking the settings and map of every game I play to avoid hassle and surprises down the road.

Wonder if llama knows that specific info about the renaming settings doesn't appear during the "waiting for Pretenders stage"?

Originally Posted by WraithLord

How do I add this message?

- Game settings and admin options.
--- Change message on game page.

[WraithLord]

Maybe I can send an email to llamabeast re. this. Perhaps later when I have some spare time.

Oh and thanks for the instructions and tip. I posted your message WingedDog.