Version 1.00 - Download here (Xai-corp, thanks moggy)
Spurred by argon_emperor's thread not realising that arcana75 had already written one!
They do things somewhat differently though, so choose the one that suits you.
From the readme:
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Software Packages v1.00 by eladan
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**** NOTE: This package uses custom wares in Cycrows plugin manager, and as such, you will need to use version 2.00 of the plugin manager or later in order to install and use this. *****
I wrote this before I realised that arcana75 had already created a similar package, but continued with it anyway primarily for my own use. I'm uploading it on the off chance anyone may prefer this over arcanas (there are some differences.)
What It Does
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This script (actually a combo script/AL plugin) will add several new wares to each of the races Equipment Docks. Each race will get four of these software packs:
General Software Pack Duplex/Triplex consisting of
- SETA
- Boost Extension
- Duplex/Triplex scanner (Argon, Split, Teladi sell Duplex version only)
- Special Command Software Mk1
- Navigational Command Software Mk1
Fight Command Software Pack consisting of
- Fight Command Software Mk1
- Fight Command Software Mk2
(You will require the requisite notoriety to be able to purchase these - same as required for FCS Mk2)
Trade Command Software Pack consisting of
- Trade Command Software Mk1
- Trade Command Software Mk2
Ship Optimisation Pack is a special package which will upgrade all of Engine Tunings, Rudder Optimisation, and Cargo Bay Extensions to the max for that ship.
Each of the packages costs ~5k credits, and takes 1 ware space.
When a ship has any of the packages in its cargo hold, a command will be enabled on the ship under General commands called 'Install Available Software Packs'. When run, it will check the contents of all pack types available against the upgrades already installed on the ship, and will install any that are missing. If it does install any upgrades, it will charge you the standard price you would pay if you bought it at the equipment dock. If you don't have the cash to pay for the upgrade, it won't install it. If any of the upgrades are installed from any pack, the pack which supplied that upgrade will be used (removed) - even if only one upgrade in the pack was used.
Why Haven't You included All Upgrades?
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I decided against having other upgrades mostly on the basis that they are generally only useful on the playership. I know, SETA and Boost Extension fall into that category as well, but they're pretty cheap, and they are probably the most likely to be annoying to a player if they aren't installed. The idea of the packages is that they can be bought in bulk and stored in a carrier or at the PHQ for equipping fleet ships.
I'm open to suggestions if anyone wants to reason why other upgrades should be included in existing packs or in new packs. I'll admit to wavering on a few of them.
Uninstalling
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To uninstall this package, sell or jettison any remaining packages you own, then go to the AL plugin menu (Options->Gameplay->Artificial Life settings) and turn off 'Software Upgrade Tracker'. Wait for a couple of minutes for it to update (check EQ docks to ensure the wares have been removed) and save your game. You can then remove the script files.
Uses COMMAND_TYPE_GENERAL_44 and page id/text file 8240.
Changelog
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v1.00 - Initial release.
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