User:Another commander - Revision history

Cholmondely: Added a_c's notes on history of Spidermonkey

2025-10-26T10:02:13Z

Added a_c's notes on history of Spidermonkey

Cholmondely: Added Reorte is Hot Giant

2025-07-22T12:31:20Z

Added Reorte is Hot Giant

Cholmondely: Tagged as OXP author

2024-05-22T07:30:31Z

Tagged as OXP author

Cholmondely: /* OXZs displaying the new graphics capabilities which A_C_ coded into Oolite version 1.90 */ Added Qutiri Is Nar Shaddaa

2024-04-10T17:39:58Z

‎OXZs displaying the new graphics capabilities which A_C_ coded into Oolite version 1.90: Added Qutiri Is Nar Shaddaa

Cholmondely: /* OXPs */ Added WOOT-Attack!‎‎

2024-04-10T17:36:14Z

‎OXPs: Added WOOT-Attack!‎‎

Phkb: Updating BB links

2024-03-18T13:26:26Z

Updating BB links

Phkb: Updating BB links

2024-02-29T04:01:32Z

Updating BB links

Cholmondely: /* OXPs */ Added Welcome to Oolite.oxp

2022-07-03T09:37:19Z

‎OXPs: Added Welcome to Oolite.oxp

Cholmondely: /* OXPs */ Added Greyscale Seamless Zygo Nebulae

2022-06-21T13:45:49Z

‎OXPs: Added Greyscale Seamless Zygo Nebulae

Cholmondely: /* OXPs */ Oops!

2021-08-17T20:04:51Z

‎OXPs: Oops!

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 [[File:Oolite-336.png|320px|thumb|right]]
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-This worthy gentleman joined the boards in 2007 and wrote the code for the [[Advanced Navigational Array]] (ANA) and the [[Oolite Docking Clearance Protocol (v1.72 or later)|Docking Protocol]]. Joining the developers, he has managed to survive and continue contributing to Oolite whilst Real Life slew all around him in droves. He worked with [[User:Ahruman|Ahruman]] in implementing the Javascript Engine (SpiderMonkey) across all 3 versions of Oolite (AppleMac, Windows & Linux). He also has been invaluable over the years in updating components of Oolite (''eg'' enabling the loading-up of oxp's across all the versions), and rewriting the planetary descriptions. With an penchant for graphics (among other things), he has done the bulk of the coding since [[User:Cim|Cim]] retired as Lead Designer after v.1.84. He spearheaded the move to the new [https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=20674 Oren-Nayar diffuse light model] in v.1.90 together with a yet [http://www.oolite.org/whatsnew/ more sophisticated rendering of planets]. In v.1.88 he brought in an [https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=19881 improved lighting system], whilst in v.1.86 he had introduced [http://www.oolite.org/whatsnew/v1.86/ high-definition graphic resolution] and improved the graphics for planets.
+This worthy gentleman joined the boards in 2007 and wrote the code for the [[Advanced Navigational Array]] (ANA) and the [[Oolite Docking Clearance Protocol (v1.72 or later)|Docking Protocol]]. Joining the developers, he has managed to survive and continue contributing to Oolite whilst Real Life slew all around him in droves (many of the developers left in the aftermath of the launch of Elite Dangerous). He worked with [[User:Ahruman|Ahruman]] in implementing the Javascript Engine (SpiderMonkey) across all 3 versions of Oolite (AppleMac, Windows & Linux). He also has been invaluable over the years in updating components of Oolite (''eg'' enabling the loading-up of oxp's across all the versions), and rewriting the planetary descriptions. With an penchant for graphics (among other things), he has done the bulk of the coding since [[User:Cim|Cim]] retired as Lead Designer after v.1.84. He spearheaded the move to the new [https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=20674 Oren-Nayar diffuse light model] in v.1.90 together with a yet [http://www.oolite.org/whatsnew/ more sophisticated rendering of planets]. In v.1.88 he brought in an [https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=19881 improved lighting system], whilst in v.1.86 he had introduced [http://www.oolite.org/whatsnew/v1.86/ high-definition graphic resolution] and improved the graphics for planets.
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     Some tips have already been given and there are other combat tactics that you can find out as you play the game too. For example, did you know that if you put your ship between the sun and your enemies, the sun glare will blind them and cause them to miss a lot? Also, fly unpredictably. The enemies are programmed to simulate human behaviour and they try to predict where you will go next based on your current heading and maneuvering. Surprise them. If you have one ship in your sights and another starts hitting you, do not be afraid to break lock on your current target and evade. Be on the move at all times. I'm sure you will find other tactics yourself if you don't give up. And yes, get a military laser, it makes life so much easier. And quirium bombs, they are good for cleaning up a mess, provided you can run fast. [https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?p=239479#p239479 another_commander (2015)]
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 *[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NL68hOY2GgGVmJZV1M1eu_FeZXDEtNxQ/view AspAndFDLSpecGlossMaps.zip] - adding to [[User:Gsagostinho]]'s retextures for the Asp & FdL
-=== OXZs displaying the new graphics capabilities which A_C_ coded into Oolite version 1.90 ===
+=== OXZs displaying the new planet graphics capabilities which A_C_ coded into Oolite version 1.90 ===
-*[[Diso is Jupiter 8k]]
+*[[Diso is Jupiter 8k]] (2021)
-*[[Lave is Earth 8k]]
+*[[Lave is Earth 8k]] (2024)
-*[[Tionisla Is Mars 8k]]
+*[[Tionisla Is Mars 8k]] (2021
-*[[Zaonce is Venus 8k]]
+*[[Zaonce is Venus 8k]] (2021)
-*[https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?p=294441#p294441 Qutiri is Nar Shaddaa] (''more'' than 8K?)
+*[https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?p=294441#p294441 Qutiri is Nar Shaddaa] (2024, ''more'' than 8K?)
 == Advertising Oolite (alternative binary distribution) ==

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 *[[Tionisla Is Mars 8k]]
 *[[Zaonce is Venus 8k]]
 == Advertising Oolite (alternative binary distribution) ==

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 *[[Media:InsectPicsOnSysDesc.oxz|Bugs, glorious Bugs]] puts a bug on the F7 page when you inspect an insect-dominated system ([https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=7762 BB thread] 2010)
 *[https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?p=202658#p202658 NPC Energy Bomb] gives the energy bomb to NPCs (c.2010?) - an experimental analysis of [[Cheating]] issues
 *[https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?p=285150#p285150 Zygo Cinematic Sky & Nebulas (Greyscale seamless version)] tweaked by a_c_ (2022).

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 == OXPs ==
-*[http://oolite.bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?p=91712#p91712 Welcome to Oolite oxp] (2009)
+*[https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?p=91712#p91712 Welcome to Oolite oxp] (2009)
 *[[RedSet]] - puts red image-laden backgrounds on the older F2-8 screens. For v.1.74 and up (2010)
 *[[Language|Oolite Italiano]] - translates the various GUI pages into Italian. For v.1.73 and up - does not work so well with the newest versions of Oolite (2012)

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 [[File:Oolite-336.png|320px|thumb|right]]
 [[File:Oolite-737.png|320px|thumb|right]]
-This worthy gentleman joined the boards in 2007 and wrote the code for the [[Advanced Navigational Array]] (ANA) and the [[Oolite Docking Clearance Protocol (v1.72 or later)|Docking Protocol]]. Joining the developers, he has managed to survive and continue contributing to Oolite whilst Real Life slew all around him in droves. He worked with [[User:Ahruman|Ahruman]] in implementing the Javascript Engine (SpiderMonkey) across all 3 versions of Oolite (AppleMac, Windows & Linux). He also has been invaluable over the years in updating components of Oolite (''eg'' enabling the loading-up of oxp's across all the versions), and rewriting the planetary descriptions. With an penchant for graphics (among other things), he has done the bulk of the coding since [[User:Cim|Cim]] retired as Lead Designer after v.1.84. He spearheaded the move to the new [http://aegidian.org/bb/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=20674 Oren-Nayar diffuse light model] in v.1.90 together with a yet [http://www.oolite.org/whatsnew/ more sophisticated rendering of planets]. In v.1.88 he brought in an [http://aegidian.org/bb/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=19881 improved lighting system], whilst in v.1.86 he had introduced [http://www.oolite.org/whatsnew/v1.86/ high-definition graphic resolution] and improved the graphics for planets.
+This worthy gentleman joined the boards in 2007 and wrote the code for the [[Advanced Navigational Array]] (ANA) and the [[Oolite Docking Clearance Protocol (v1.72 or later)|Docking Protocol]]. Joining the developers, he has managed to survive and continue contributing to Oolite whilst Real Life slew all around him in droves. He worked with [[User:Ahruman|Ahruman]] in implementing the Javascript Engine (SpiderMonkey) across all 3 versions of Oolite (AppleMac, Windows & Linux). He also has been invaluable over the years in updating components of Oolite (''eg'' enabling the loading-up of oxp's across all the versions), and rewriting the planetary descriptions. With an penchant for graphics (among other things), he has done the bulk of the coding since [[User:Cim|Cim]] retired as Lead Designer after v.1.84. He spearheaded the move to the new [https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=20674 Oren-Nayar diffuse light model] in v.1.90 together with a yet [http://www.oolite.org/whatsnew/ more sophisticated rendering of planets]. In v.1.88 he brought in an [https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=19881 improved lighting system], whilst in v.1.86 he had introduced [http://www.oolite.org/whatsnew/v1.86/ high-definition graphic resolution] and improved the graphics for planets.
 == OXPs ==
-*[http://oolite.aegidian.org/bb/viewtopic.php?p=91712#p91712 Welcome to Oolite oxp] (2009)
+*[http://oolite.bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?p=91712#p91712 Welcome to Oolite oxp] (2009)
 *[[RedSet]] - puts red image-laden backgrounds on the older F2-8 screens. For v.1.74 and up (2010)
 *[[Language|Oolite Italiano]] - translates the various GUI pages into Italian. For v.1.73 and up - does not work so well with the newest versions of Oolite (2012)
-*[[Media:InsectPicsOnSysDesc.oxz|Bugs, glorious Bugs]] puts a bug on the F7 page when you inspect an insect-dominated system ([http://www.aegidian.org/bb/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=7762 BB thread] 2010)
+*[[Media:InsectPicsOnSysDesc.oxz|Bugs, glorious Bugs]] puts a bug on the F7 page when you inspect an insect-dominated system ([https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=7762 BB thread] 2010)
-*[http://www.aegidian.org/bb/viewtopic.php?p=202658#p202658 NPC Energy Bomb] gives the energy bomb to NPCs (c.2010?) - an experimental analysis of [[Cheating]] issues
+*[https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?p=202658#p202658 NPC Energy Bomb] gives the energy bomb to NPCs (c.2010?) - an experimental analysis of [[Cheating]] issues
-*[http://www.aegidian.org/bb/viewtopic.php?p=285150#p285150 Zygo Cinematic Sky & Nebulas (Greyscale seamless version)] tweaked by a_c_ (2022).
+*[https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?p=285150#p285150 Zygo Cinematic Sky & Nebulas (Greyscale seamless version)] tweaked by a_c_ (2022).
 === OXZ using the new graphics capabilities which A_C_ coded into Oolite version 1.88 ===
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 *Your anti-virus may throw a heuristic fit at it because of its format and in-memory decompression activities. If it does, it is a false positive.
-It seems to work pretty well for me so far. If you want to play with it, feel free and let me know if there is anything that requires attention. I hope this can be of interest to our Windows users, although it should be considered experimental at this stage. [http://aegidian.org/bb/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=19153 BB thread] (2017-20)
+It seems to work pretty well for me so far. If you want to play with it, feel free and let me know if there is anything that requires attention. I hope this can be of interest to our Windows users, although it should be considered experimental at this stage. [https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=19153 BB thread] (2017-20)
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     Having said that, I get the impression from your posts that you believe the enemies are unbeatable. They are not. You ''can'' win against them. NPCs do not have shields (one of the very few occasions where the player is given an advantage free of charge), only energy banks and those are exactly the same as yours. One of the things we did when we adjusted the balance for 1.82, was a survey amongst players. Part of the data collected was input from a few experienced players who started as brand fresh commanders at Lave when we asked for their help. And their input was that, with the balance changes in 1.82, it was definitely doable. Not easy, mind you, but doable. I expect that fresh players will obviously not find it doable immediately, but I believe that it is just a matter of persistence and developing some skill that was simply not applicable in the 8-bit versions, before they get to the level where they can make it. You already seem to be getting there; remember that ship that run away on injectors after having begged for mercy? You almost had him there and if he used injectors to flee, it was because he had already lost the battle. Without injectors, you would have finished it really soon.<br/>
     In any case, ships with injectors in the core game are mostly Asps, Kraits or Fer-de-Lances, so it was not exactly an easy-peasy fight you had there to begin with. So you are already progressing, but you seem to be quite unlucky too (bumping on tough opponents, having your Energy Unit being picked as the first equipment to be damaged in combat etc), but I am sure you are getting there.<br/>
-    Some tips have already been given and there are other combat tactics that you can find out as you play the game too. For example, did you know that if you put your ship between the sun and your enemies, the sun glare will blind them and cause them to miss a lot? Also, fly unpredictably. The enemies are programmed to simulate human behaviour and they try to predict where you will go next based on your current heading and maneuvering. Surprise them. If you have one ship in your sights and another starts hitting you, do not be afraid to break lock on your current target and evade. Be on the move at all times. I'm sure you will find other tactics yourself if you don't give up. And yes, get a military laser, it makes life so much easier. And quirium bombs, they are good for cleaning up a mess, provided you can run fast. [http://aegidian.org/bb/viewtopic.php?p=239479#p239479 another_commander (2015)]
+    Some tips have already been given and there are other combat tactics that you can find out as you play the game too. For example, did you know that if you put your ship between the sun and your enemies, the sun glare will blind them and cause them to miss a lot? Also, fly unpredictably. The enemies are programmed to simulate human behaviour and they try to predict where you will go next based on your current heading and maneuvering. Surprise them. If you have one ship in your sights and another starts hitting you, do not be afraid to break lock on your current target and evade. Be on the move at all times. I'm sure you will find other tactics yourself if you don't give up. And yes, get a military laser, it makes life so much easier. And quirium bombs, they are good for cleaning up a mess, provided you can run fast. [https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?p=239479#p239479 another_commander (2015)]
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