Content : BAS f is a framework: an MP mission folder containing a library of scripts, functions and template files, plus a manual. The framework is designed to provide the mission designer, after minimal additional configuration, with a selection of pre-tested features and functionality intended to improve the overall quality and re-playability of his/her mission.
Since BAS f is a framework, and not a template, the design of the actual mission is completely open; the framework is intended only to save time for the designer by providing components such as weather selections that work with join-in-progress (JIP), or pre-configured gear selections for re-equipping soldiers during the mission briefing. For many components care has also been taken to localise messages and texts (where used) into several languages (German, Czech, Polish, Russian, Spanish and French).
Importantly, all components of the framework are fully explained in the manual, feature extensive commenting within script files, and each can be disabled if desired. The manual is designed to guide the mission designer through the full configuration process, as well as provide instructions for optional components.
Changelog : Latest change :
1-4-2 | 13 MAR 2009 Updated Jefke's BAS Release Builder application to support the revised names for Nogovoa, Everon, Malden and Kolgujev in ACEIP (thanks to Kju). Updated manual: Various changes.
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BAS f README ============
Version: 1-4-2 Developer: Please see credits section below. Publishers: Shack Tactical (http://dslyecxi.com/shacktac.html) Tag Code: BAS Description: MP mission framework for Armed Assault.
README CONTENTS ===============
01. VERSION HISTORY 02. CREDITS 03. COPYRIGHT STATEMENT 04. TERMS OF USE 05. LEGAL DISCLAIMER 06. DISTRIBUTING SIMULATION CONTENT CREATED WITH THE SOFTWARE 07. SUPPORT INFORMATION 08. INSTALLATION 09. NOTES 10. CHANGE HISTORY
01. VERSION HISTORY ===================
Version | Date | Notes
1-4-2 | 13 MAR 2009 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-4-1 | 13 FEB 2009 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-4-0 | 03 FEB 2009 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-3-2 | 18 JAN 2009 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-3-1 | 08 JAN 2009 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-3 | 03 JAN 2009 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-2 | 18 DEC 2008 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-1C | 19 MAY 2008 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-1B | 29 APR 2008 | Special release (see change history). 1-1A | 03 APR 2008 | Special release (see change history). 1-1 | 21 MAR 2008 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-0-9B | 07 FEB 2008 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-0-9A | 19 JAN 2008 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-0-9 | 12 JAN 2008 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-0-8 | 26 DEC 2007 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-0-7 | 24 DEC 2007 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-0-6 | 27 OCT 2007 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-0-5 | 15 OCT 2007 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-0-4 | 19 AUG 2007 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-0-3A | 25 JUL 2007 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-0-3 | 25 JUL 2007 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-0-2 | 19 JUL 2007 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-0-1 | 28 JUN 2007 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 1-0 | 24 JUN 2007 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 0-0-31 | 07 JUN 2007 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 0-0-30 | 24 MAY 2007 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 0-0-29 | 17 MAY 2007 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 0-0-28 | 07 MAY 2007 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 0-0-27 | 05 MAY 2007 | Consolidated build for release. 0-0-26 | 05 MAY 2007 | Patch release - Various improvements (see change history). 0-0-25 | 12 APR 2007 | Added Kegetys Spectator Script for ArmA components. 0-0-24 | 28 MAR 2007 | Patch release - corrected manual (fixes error with MP Ending Controller). 0-0-23 | 07 MAR 2007 | First beta release - with corrected manual (missing UPS and Anti-TK components). 0-0-22 | 22 FEB 2007 | First beta release candidate - with corrected manual (missing UPS and Anti-TK components). 0-0-21 | 19 FEB 2007 | First beta release candidate (missing UPS and Anti-TK components). 0-0-20 | 31 JAN 2007 | Third alpha release (moved to Sahrani, missing UPS and Anti-TK components). 0-0-19 | 24 JAN 2007 | Second alpha release (missing UPS and Anti-TK components). 0-0-18 | 12 JAN 2007 | First alpha release (missing UPS and Anti-TK components).
BAS f is composed of many components. Each component is (c) 2007/2008/2009 its respective contributor(s). All rights reserved.
04. TERMS OF USE ================
BAS f (hereafter 'Software') contains files to be used in the PC CD-ROM simulator "Armed Assault" (hereafter 'ArmA'). To use the Software you must agree to the following conditions of use:
1. The term 'Software' specifically excludes the file 'mission.sqm'.
2. The contributors of individual components of the Software (hereafter 'The Contributors') grant to you a personal, non-exclusive license to use the Software for the purpose of designing, developing, testing, and distributing non-commercial simulation content for ArmA.
3. The commercial exploitation of any game content created using the Software without written permission from The Contributors is expressly prohibited.
4. Reverse-engineering, or other conversion of the Software for use with any game except ArmA without written permission from The Contributors is expressly prohibited.
5. The Software may only be re-distributed in its entirety, complete with this "ReadMe" document.
05. LEGAL DISCLAIMER ====================
The Software is distributed without any warranty; without even the implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The Software is not an official addon or tool. Use of the Software (in whole or in part) is entirely at your own risk.
06. DISTRIBUTING SIMULATION CONTENT CREATED WITH THE SOFTWARE =============================================================
Please note that you do NOT require permission from The Contributors to distribute simulation content (e.g. missions) created with the Software. However, The Contributors do ask that you credit the Software in any release documentation.
07. SUPPORT INFORMATION =======================
The Contributors regret that they cannot provide any support for the Software. Please do not request support or advice directly via email, IRC or instant message. Questions should be directed to the official BIS Forums:
http://www.flashpoint1985.com/
08. INSTALLATION ================
To begin using the Software:
1. Move all the folders in this archive into one of the following directories:
\My Documents\ArmA\MPMissions\ \My Documents\ArmA Other Profiles\YourPlayerName\MPMissions\
2. Open the file 'BAS_f_v1-4-2_Manual_EN.pdf' (for English version) and follow the instructions contained therein.
09. NOTES =========
I hope you will enjoy making and updating missions for ArmA with BAS f!
- Fer :) (alanr@ferstaberinde.com)
10. CHANGE HISTORY ==================
Version | Date
1-4-2 | 13 MAR 2009 Updated Jefke's BAS Release Builder application to support the revised names for Nogovoa, Everon, Malden and Kolgujev in ACEIP (thanks to Kju). Updated manual: Various changes.
1-4-1 | 13 FEB 2009 Updated kevb0's Assign Gear Script to work with ACE v1.02 (thanks to kevb0). Updated manual: Various changes.
1-4-0 | 03 FEB 2009 Expanded ShackTac platoons to include attached MG and AT teams. Updated the @ShackTac_localMarker.sqf file. Updated the @ShackTac_setLocalMarkers.sqf file. Updated the ShackTac_setLocalMarkers.sqf file. Updated the ShackTac_setGroupIDs.sqf file (thanks to Headspace). Updated Kegetys Spectator Script for ArmA component (thanks to ViperMaul). Updated manual: Various changes.
1-3-2 | 18 JAN 2009 Updated Conditions Selector component, adding random selection option (thanks to Messiah2 and kevb0). Updated kevb0's Assign Gear Script (thanks to kevb0). Updated the French values in the stringtable.csv file (thanks to JanMasterson). Updated manual: Various minor changes.
1-3-1 | 08 JAN 2009 Updated Jefke's BAS Release Builder application (many thanks to Jefke). Fixed LDD Kyllikki: Baseline Mission File Template (FDF Version) (thanks to broileri). Updated manual: Various minor changes.
1-3 | 03 JAN 2009 Implemented Jefke's BAS Release Builder application (many thanks to Jefke). Added Configurable Playable Slots (ACE Version) component. Added kevb0's Assign Gear Script (thanks to kevb0). Added support for Afghan Village. Added support for ACE Islands Pack public beta v1.00 (thanks to kevb0 and Jefke) Added LDD Kyllikki: Baseline Mission File Template (FDF Version) (thanks to broileri). Updated manual: Various minor changes.
1-2 | 18 DEC 2008 Updated ShackTac platoon loadouts (thanks to FLEXCopMNPD). Updated Kegetys Spectator Script for ArmA component (thanks to ViperMaul). Added new ShackTac mission.sqm files for ACU, MARPAT D and Woodland (thanks to FLEXCopMNPD). Added support for South Sahrani. Added support for Avgani. Added support for Uhao. Added support for LDDK training island (Isla de Pollo). Added ShackTac f mission template folders for all supported islands. Removed support for ACE islands (temporarily). Removed support for CWR islands (temporarily). Updated manual: Various minor changes.
1-1C | 19 MAY 2008 Added ShackTac f (Rahmadi) mission folder template. Added ShackTac f (Schmalfelden) mission folder template. Updated guidelines on mission naming in the manual. Updated manual: Various minor changes. SPECIAL NOTE: Support for ACE islands DOES NOT INCLUDE an updated mission_ShackTac.sqm file which uses ACE USMC units, OR an updated version of the ShackTac f (Sahrani) component. You should NOT use BAS f v1-1B to make official ShackTac missions. This build is for ACE and ShackTac testing / evaluation purposes only.
1-1B | 29 APR 2008 Added support for ACE CWC Islands Pack Beta 2 (22 APR 2008). Added support for Schmalfelden (v0.81) (v0.81 does not work 100% correctly with f_setMissionConditions.sqf). Updated manual: Various minor changes. SPECIAL NOTE: Support for ACE islands DOES NOT INCLUDE an updated mission_ShackTac.sqm file which uses ACE USMC units, OR an updated version of the ShackTac f (Sahrani) component. You should NOT use BAS f v1-1B to make official ShackTac missions. This build is for ACE and ShackTac testing / evaluation purposes only.
1-1A | 03 APR 2008 Added support for ACE Islands Pack Private v5 (23 FEB 2008) (thanks to Jaxobs for earlier 1-0-9B port). Added support for ACE Everon beta (31 MAR 2008). Added support for ACE Palms EAF beta (16 FEB 2008) (thanks to Awoihjaweohr for help with f_setMissionConditios.sqf). Updated manual: Various minor changes. SPECIAL NOTE: Support for ACE islands DOES NOT INCLUDE an updated mission_ShackTac.sqm file which uses ACE USMC units, OR an updated version of the ShackTac f (Sahrani) component. You should NOT use BAS f v1-1A to make official ShackTac missions. This build is for ACE and ShackTac testing / evaluation purposes only.
1-1 | 21 MAR 2008 Added additional translations for new options in f_setMissionConditions.sqf file. Implemented updated version of kevb0's Wounding Script (thanks to kevb0). Added ShackTac f (Sahrani) mission folder template. Updated manual: Various minor changes.
1-0-9B | 07 FEB 2008 Updated 'description.ext' and 'f_woundingScriptSounds.hpp' files (thanks to burningtrees). Updated manual: Various, to reflect above changes (thanks to bluedingo).
1-0-9A | 19 JAN 2008 Added kevb0's Outtro Script. Updated kevb0's Wounding Script. Changed f_setMissionConditions.sqf file to use setDate command (thanks to Dslyecxi). Added new options to f_setMissionConditions.sqf file (thanks to Red Barron). Updated manual: Various, to reflect above changes.
1-0-9 | 12 JAN 2008 Updated ShackTactical briefing templates with better in-page navigation. Fixed file format of f_casualtiesCapAdv.sqf file (which was not DOS-friendly). Changed default date of missions so that nights feature a full moon. Added kevb0's Wounding Script.
1-0-8 | 26 DEC 2007 Added support for Winter Kolgujev (CWR Addons v0.80 released 25 DEC 2007). Updated manual: Various, to reflect above changes.
1-0-7 | 24 DEC 2007 Added support for Malden (CWR Mod Demo v0.36 released 24 DEC 2007). Updated manual: Various, to reflect above changes.
1-0-6 | 27 OCT 2007 Added ShackTactical CoC CEX Support component. Updated manual: Various, to reflect above changes.
1-0-5 | 15 OCT 2007 Added support for Rahmadi, United Sahrani, Porto and Sakakah Al Jawf (open beta version). Added the Casualties Cap (Advanced) component. Updated the ShackTactical Group IDs component (thanks to Messiah2 and zx64). Updated the MP Ending Controller component to close the Spectator Script dialog on mission end (thanks to zx64). Updated manual: Various, to reflect above changes.
1-0-4 | 19 AUG 2007 Added ShackTactical Group IDs component (thanks to kevb0 and zx64). Added smoke grenades to pre-placed SLs, FTLs and medics in the mission_ShackTac.sqm file. Updated manual: Various, to reflect above changes.
1-0-3A | 25 JUL 2007 Fixed missing instance of f_waitForJIP.sqf file (in the f/commom/f_spect folder).
1-0-3 | 25 JUL 2007 Variable f_var_debugMode is now always set (to 0 or 1) by the init.sqf file. Updated server check method in f_abrFIFO.sqf file. Updated server check method in f_endOnCasualtiesCap file. Implemented include approach for standard JIP check (see f_waitForJIP file) (thanks to zx64). Implemented BAS Server Logic Failsafe (thanks to zx64). Fixed Kegetys' Spectator Script component to work with ArmA v1.08 (thanks to ViperMaul). Updated ShackTactical Markers component to make radios optional. Updated ShackTactical Markers (Addon Version) component to make radios optional. Updated manual: Various, to reflect above changes.
1-0-2 | 19 JUL 2007 Integrated new Automatic Body Removal (FIFO Version) (thanks to Raedor). Added new common variable: f_var_men_players (thanks to Raedor). Added ShackTactical Markers (Addon Version) component. Added ShackTactical Fireteam Markers (Addon Version) component. Updated ShackTactical Fireteam Markers component (disabled unit names). Updated manual: Various, to reflect above changes.
1-0-1 | 28 JUN 2007 Doubled number of pre-placed units in the mission_ShackTactical.sqm file. Updated ShackTactical Markers component. Added ShackTactical Briefing File (Coop Version) Template component. Added ShackTactical Briefing File (Attack & Defend Version) Template component. Updated manual: Various.
1-0 | 24 JUN 2007 Updated Casualties Cap component. Updated manual: Various.
0-0-31 | 07 JUN 2007 Added ShackTactical: Fireteam Markers component. Updated Casualties Cap component to use alive command. Added Authorsed Crew Type component. Fixed German typo in the stringtable.csv file. Updated manual: Various, to reflect above changes.
0-0-30 | 24 MAY 2007 Added French to stringtable.csv file. Updated standard JIP header code in all common scripts (except Mission Conditions Selector) (thanks to Raedor). Updated mission_ShackTactical.sqm file to fix RPT bug (bad double magazine detection). Updated manual: Various, to reflect above changes.
0-0-29 | 17 MAY 2007 Implemented standard JIP header code in all common scripts (except Mission Conditions Selector) (thanks to Raedor). Changed Authorised Crew Check component to use 'GETOUT' command (thanks to eJay). Updated Casualties Cap component (now works with empty groups).
0-0-28 | 07 MAY 2007 Added Casualties Cap component. Made AI Skill Selector (Coop Version) component optional (moved from core). Added AI Skill Selector (Attack & Defend Version) component. Changed ShackTactical: Baseline Mission File Template component (AARs now carry MG ammo).
0-0-27 | 05 MAY 2007 Consolidated build for release.
0-0-26 | 05 MAY 2007 Added Spanish to stringtable.csv file. Added f_setCommonVars.sqf file (and added call in init.sqf file). Added f_addSetViewDistanceEHs.sqf file. Added f_setViewDistanceGetIn.sqf file. Added f_setViewDistanceGetOut.sqf file. Added briefing_bySide.html template. Added ShackTactical: Baseline Mission File Template component. Added ShackTactical: Markers component. Ammended init.sqf to include option component: Dynamic View Distance. Amended f_addRemoveBodyEH.sqf to use var(s) from f_setCommonVars.sqf file. Amended f_addRemoveBodyEH.sqf (changed names of private variables). Amended f_setAISkill.sqf to use var(s) from f_setCommonVars.sqf file. Amended f_setAISkill.sqf to set skill for all unit types (not just men). Changed suffix for onPlayerRespawnAsSeagull.sqs file to 'xxx'. Updated manual: Various, to reflect above changes.
0-0-25 | 12 APR 2007 Patch release (missing UPS and Anti-TK components). Added Kegetys Spectator Script for ArmA component. Updated manual: Revised mission folder placement and naming instructions.
0-0-24 | 28 MAR 2007 Patch release (missing UPS and Anti-TK components). Updated manual: Fixed error in manual which caused MP Ending Controller to fail.
0-0-23 | 07 MAR 2007 Public beta release (missing UPS and Anti-TK components). Updates and corrections made to manual. Replaced use of 'exit' with 'exitWith' throughout. Added 1.05 weapons and magazines to description.ext.
0-0-22 | 23 FEB 2007 Public beta release candidate (missing UPS and Anti-TK components). Updates and corrections made to manual. Update to the Russian entries in stringtable.csv.
0-0-21 | 19 FEB 2007 Public beta release candidate (missing UPS and Anti-TK components, manual not translated). Updates and corrections made to manual.
0-0-20 | 31 JAN 2007 Internal alpha release (missing UPS and Anti-TK components). Moved everything to Sahrani. Updates and corrections made to manual.
0-0-19 | 24 JAN 2007 Internal alpha release (missing UPS and Anti-TK components). Updates and corrections made to manual, inc. screenshots (from Rahmadi version). Included Open Office format version of manual.
0-0-18 | 12 JAN 2007 Internal alpha release (missing UPS and Anti-TK components).
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