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#1 Hodgeelmf

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Posted 28 August 2011 - 03:54 PM

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I wrote this script in August 2011 and posted it. I got some positive reviews, but it was pointed out to me that the script as posted was broken. I finally decided to rework some things and add some new features to make this better. Hopefully the improvements will make it easier to use.

Custom Messages

Features
  • Bubble graphic container for text
  • Dynamic container sizing to match text
  • Write speed control
  • Message format controls (bold, colors, etc.)
  • Face graphic support (inside message box as welll as to the left outside)
  • Icon insertion in text
  • Gold window display in lower right corner of screen
  • Also added Windowskin use (have not yet added number input for Windowskin)
Compatibility
  • Probably not SDK compatible
  • Will conflict with other message scripts
  • Untested with battle systems
Usability
  • With the revisions, you are able to use the script without the bubble or pointer images. It is designed to correct Message Mode values if you are missing these graphics
  • It should be user friendly if you read the instructions. I created several global methods to make certain functions easier to call in the Event Script box.
  • If you do not have scripting knowledge you should still be able to utilize the functions of the script by reading the instructions and dissecting the events in the demo.
Bubble Graphic
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Multiple Messages
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Full Screen Message
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Face Graphics
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The Script - Set to Windowskin Here
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If you would like to use the script with the bubble image, either download both attached images or the demo itself.

I hope you enjoy this! Please let me know of bugs or issues you run into.

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Edited by Hodgeelmf, 16 April 2012 - 04:45 PM.


#2 kellessdee

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Posted 28 August 2011 - 04:43 PM

Although this is a very nice script ( I really like what you did with the message system)

I would advise, (NOTE: THIS IS STRICTLY FOR ACCESSIBILITY, in other words, so more people are likely to use this script; if that's what you want)

1. post the actual script, images and instructions in here, so people do not have to dig through the demo for everything, as well as I am sure some people just don't want to go downloading things...
2. Maybe some screenshots or a vid. Not important, but I think if you had a screenshot or 2 people would be more likely jump on this.



Other than that, I say good job sir for making such a smoothly animated message system. *mad dapz*

#3 Hodgeelmf

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Posted 28 August 2011 - 05:27 PM

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Edited by Hodgeelmf, 16 April 2012 - 04:46 PM.


#4 Hodgeelmf

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Posted 28 August 2011 - 05:36 PM

Thanks, Epic! I've added some screenshots and the script.

#5 madanchi

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Posted 29 August 2011 - 06:35 PM

wow that looks really nice! good job :D

#6 Kiriashi

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Posted 29 August 2011 - 09:02 PM

This is fricken awesome. I absolutely love it. :3

#7 Kailia

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Posted 17 February 2012 - 08:52 PM

I'm having some real problems with this script. I tried pasting it to a brand new project and it crashes. I'm not sure what is going on. But here is the error message:

Script 'Custom_Message' lin 467: NoMethodError occurred.

undefined method `code' for nil:NilClass

The problem persists even in the demo if you try talking to the door or the axe in stump item. Right now, this script appears to be unusable, and I really really liked these message bubbles.

#8 Heretic86

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Posted 18 February 2012 - 04:02 AM

View PostKailia, on 17 February 2012 - 08:52 PM, said:

I'm having some real problems with this script. I tried pasting it to a brand new project and it crashes. I'm not sure what is going on. But here is the error message:

Script 'Custom_Message' lin 467: NoMethodError occurred.

undefined method `code' for nil:NilClass

The problem persists even in the demo if you try talking to the door or the axe in stump item. Right now, this script appears to be unusable, and I really really liked these message bubbles.

You are correct, I think this code is not ready for public use yet. Not your fault, I got the same results.

From the Demo, the script is Exceptionally Fantastic. But compared to other very similar looking scripts, quite a number of features are lacking, yet, this script features some things other scripts do not. I'd say it is only about 50% complete.

If the original author ever decides to go back to work on this, I have a feeling it has the potential to be one of the best Bubble Chat Scripts out there, but until that time, go with Wachunga's Multiple Msg Windows. That script also has a few bugs and Im working on fixing what I can in them, ask if you need help with those...

Great Script, if the bugs are fixed...

#9 Kailia

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Posted 18 February 2012 - 04:49 AM

Ah, so it really isn't me. Yeah I am going to be sticking with Ccoa's AMS for now. Though this one, I really loved the bubble graphic. I wish this was updated.

#10 Hodgeelmf

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Posted 16 April 2012 - 04:47 PM

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