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imported>AntumDeluge: /* Parallax Background Support */ how to specify multiple tilesets to ignore

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Parallax Background Support: how to specify multiple tilesets to ignore

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	However, when adding parallax backgrounds to maps, there are some things to consider for maintaining backward compatibility with the classic Java client. Transparent areas in a map will simply be black in the Java client. So, unless specifically desired, map data should not contain fully transparent areas. But there are two methods that can be used to instruct supporting clients on where to draw transparency on the map:		However, when adding parallax backgrounds to maps, there are some things to consider for maintaining backward compatibility with the classic Java client. Transparent areas in a map will simply be black in the Java client. So, unless specifically desired, map data should not contain fully transparent areas. But there are two methods that can be used to instruct supporting clients on where to draw transparency on the map:
	# You can specify tilesets to be ignored by the client when building map data. Use the attribute "parallax_ignore_tiles" in the zone's XML config. An example of how to do so can be found in the configuration of {{StendhalFile\|9c0315793a16907c83d3e0dce761e8e6a66ae115\|data/conf/zones/kikareukin.xml#L18\|7_kikareukin_clouds}}.		# You can specify tilesets to be ignored by the client when building map data. Use the attribute "parallax_ignore_tiles" in the zone's XML config. An example of how to do so can be found in the configuration of {{StendhalFile\|9c0315793a16907c83d3e0dce761e8e6a66ae115\|data/conf/zones/kikareukin.xml#L18\|7_kikareukin_clouds}}. Multiple tilesets can be defined using a comma-delimited value (example: image1,image2,...).
	# An additional layer named "0_floor_parallax" can be added the TMX map file. The layer should be identical to "0_floor" excluding the portions that should be transparent. An example of how this is done can be found in map of {{StendhalFile\|9c0315793a16907c83d3e0dce761e8e6a66ae115\|data/maps/Level%206/kikareukin/islands.tmx\|6_kikareukin_islands}} ([https://www.mapeditor.org/ Tiled Map Editor] needed to view).		# An additional layer named "0_floor_parallax" can be added the TMX map file. The layer should be identical to "0_floor" excluding the portions that should be transparent. An example of how this is done can be found in map of {{StendhalFile\|9c0315793a16907c83d3e0dce761e8e6a66ae115\|data/maps/Level%206/kikareukin/islands.tmx\|6_kikareukin_islands}} ([https://www.mapeditor.org/ Tiled Map Editor] needed to view).

imported>AntumDeluge: /* Parallax Background Support */ attribute renamed to "parallax_ignore_tiles"

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Parallax Background Support: attribute renamed to "parallax_ignore_tiles"

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	= Parallax Background Support =		= Parallax Background Support =

	A parallax background is an image that scrolls at a different rate relative to normal map layers. It is drawn under map layers and visible where tile image data is not used (fully transparent through all layers). The image can be specified in a zone's XML config using the attribute name "parallax" (example: {{StendhalFile\|~~a39087c1ab316d6cf979f2c79612b7b4484c54aa~~\|data/conf/zones/kikareukin.xml#L58\|6_kikareukin_islands}}). The value should be a path relative the ''data/maps/parallax'' directory. For example, the value "semos_surrounds" would tell the client to use the image ''data/maps/parallax/semos_surrounds.png''.		A parallax background is an image that scrolls at a different rate relative to normal map layers. It is drawn under map layers and visible where tile image data is not used (fully transparent through all layers). The image can be specified in a zone's XML config using the attribute name "parallax" (example: {{StendhalFile\|9c0315793a16907c83d3e0dce761e8e6a66ae115\|data/conf/zones/kikareukin.xml#L58\|6_kikareukin_islands}}). The value should be a path relative the ''data/maps/parallax'' directory. For example, the value "semos_surrounds" would tell the client to use the image ''data/maps/parallax/semos_surrounds.png''.

	However, when adding parallax backgrounds to maps, there are some things to consider for maintaining backward compatibility with the classic Java client. Transparent areas in a map will simply be black in the Java client. So, unless specifically desired, map data should not contain fully transparent areas. But there are two methods that can be used to instruct supporting clients on where to draw transparency on the map:		However, when adding parallax backgrounds to maps, there are some things to consider for maintaining backward compatibility with the classic Java client. Transparent areas in a map will simply be black in the Java client. So, unless specifically desired, map data should not contain fully transparent areas. But there are two methods that can be used to instruct supporting clients on where to draw transparency on the map:
	# You can specify tilesets to be ignored by the ~~web~~ client when building map data. Use the attribute "~~webclient_ignore_tiles~~" in the zone's XML config. An example of how to do so can be found in the configuration of {{StendhalFile\|~~a39087c1ab316d6cf979f2c79612b7b4484c54aa~~\|data/conf/zones/kikareukin.xml#L18\|7_kikareukin_clouds}}.		# You can specify tilesets to be ignored by the client when building map data. Use the attribute "parallax_ignore_tiles" in the zone's XML config. An example of how to do so can be found in the configuration of {{StendhalFile\|9c0315793a16907c83d3e0dce761e8e6a66ae115\|data/conf/zones/kikareukin.xml#L18\|7_kikareukin_clouds}}.
	# An additional layer named "0_floor_parallax" can be added the TMX map file. The layer should be identical to "0_floor" excluding the portions that should be transparent. An example of how this is done can be found in map of {{StendhalFile\|~~a39087c1ab316d6cf979f2c79612b7b4484c54aa~~\|data/maps/Level%206/kikareukin/islands.tmx\|6_kikareukin_islands}} ([https://www.mapeditor.org/ Tiled Map Editor] needed to view).		# An additional layer named "0_floor_parallax" can be added the TMX map file. The layer should be identical to "0_floor" excluding the portions that should be transparent. An example of how this is done can be found in map of {{StendhalFile\|9c0315793a16907c83d3e0dce761e8e6a66ae115\|data/maps/Level%206/kikareukin/islands.tmx\|6_kikareukin_islands}} ([https://www.mapeditor.org/ Tiled Map Editor] needed to view).

	= How to use the map in Stendhal =		= How to use the map in Stendhal =

imported>AntumDeluge: /* Parallax Background Support */ clarification on parallax definition

2024-06-08T08:22:56Z

Parallax Background Support: clarification on parallax definition

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imported>AntumDeluge: /* Parallax Background Support */ clarification on parallax definition

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Parallax Background Support: clarification on parallax definition

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	= Parallax Background Support =		= Parallax Background Support =

	A parallax background is an image that ~~displays~~ ~~under~~ ~~the~~ ~~visible~~ layers where tile image data is not used (fully transparent through all layers). The image can be specified in a zone's XML config using the attribute name "parallax". The value should be a path relative the ''data/maps/parallax'' directory. For example, the value "semos_surrounds" would tell the client to use the image ''data/maps/parallax/semos_surrounds.png''.		A parallax background is an image that scrolls at a different rate relative to normal map layers. It is drawn under map layers and visible where tile image data is not used (fully transparent through all layers). The image can be specified in a zone's XML config using the attribute name "parallax" (example: {{StendhalFile\|a39087c1ab316d6cf979f2c79612b7b4484c54aa\|data/conf/zones/kikareukin.xml#L58\|6_kikareukin_islands}}). The value should be a path relative the ''data/maps/parallax'' directory. For example, the value "semos_surrounds" would tell the client to use the image ''data/maps/parallax/semos_surrounds.png''.

	However, when adding parallax backgrounds to maps, there are some things to consider for maintaining backward compatibility with the classic Java client. Transparent areas in a map will simply be black in the Java client. So, unless specifically desired, map data should not contain fully transparent areas. But there are two methods that can be used to instruct supporting clients on where to draw transparency on the map:		However, when adding parallax backgrounds to maps, there are some things to consider for maintaining backward compatibility with the classic Java client. Transparent areas in a map will simply be black in the Java client. So, unless specifically desired, map data should not contain fully transparent areas. But there are two methods that can be used to instruct supporting clients on where to draw transparency on the map:
	# You can specify tilesets to be ignored by the web client when building map data. Use the attribute "webclient_ignore_tiles" in the zone's XML config. An example of how to do so can be found in the configuration of {{StendhalFile\|a39087c1ab316d6cf979f2c79612b7b4484c54aa\|data/conf/zones/kikareukin.xml#L18\|7_kikareukin_clouds}}.		# You can specify tilesets to be ignored by the web client when building map data. Use the attribute "webclient_ignore_tiles" in the zone's XML config. An example of how to do so can be found in the configuration of {{StendhalFile\|a39087c1ab316d6cf979f2c79612b7b4484c54aa\|data/conf/zones/kikareukin.xml#L18\|7_kikareukin_clouds}}.
	# An additional layer named "0_floor_parallax" can be added the TMX map file. The layer should be identical to "0_floor" excluding the portions that should be transparent. An example of how this is done can be found in map of {{StendhalFile\|a39087c1ab316d6cf979f2c79612b7b4484c54aa\|data/maps/Level%206/kikareukin/islands.tmx\|~~6_kikareukn_islands~~}} ([https://www.mapeditor.org/ Tiled Map Editor] needed to view).		# An additional layer named "0_floor_parallax" can be added the TMX map file. The layer should be identical to "0_floor" excluding the portions that should be transparent. An example of how this is done can be found in map of {{StendhalFile\|a39087c1ab316d6cf979f2c79612b7b4484c54aa\|data/maps/Level%206/kikareukin/islands.tmx\|6_kikareukin_islands}} ([https://www.mapeditor.org/ Tiled Map Editor] needed to view).

	= How to use the map in Stendhal =		= How to use the map in Stendhal =

imported>AntumDeluge: Parallax Background Support

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Parallax Background Support

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Parallax Background Support

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	* When you put the portals in for new levels, interiors need only the plain white tile saying 'Portal' (even if you are going upstairs). This is because all interior portals are coded by hand so they need the plain white one, not an arrow pointing up or down.		* When you put the portals in for new levels, interiors need only the plain white tile saying 'Portal' (even if you are going upstairs). This is because all interior portals are coded by hand so they need the plain white one, not an arrow pointing up or down.
	* To help you understand and to have similar approach, take a look on similar dungeons, outside houses or interiors		* To help you understand and to have similar approach, take a look on similar dungeons, outside houses or interiors

			= Parallax Background Support =

			A parallax background is an image that displays under the visible layers where tile image data is not used (fully transparent through all layers). The image can be specified in a zone's XML config using the attribute name "parallax". The value should be a path relative the ''data/maps/parallax'' directory. For example, the value "semos_surrounds" would tell the client to use the image ''data/maps/parallax/semos_surrounds.png''.

			However, when adding parallax backgrounds to maps, there are some things to consider for maintaining backward compatibility with the classic Java client. Transparent areas in a map will simply be black in the Java client. So, unless specifically desired, map data should not contain fully transparent areas. But there are two methods that can be used to instruct supporting clients on where to draw transparency on the map:
			# You can specify tilesets to be ignored by the web client when building map data. Use the attribute "webclient_ignore_tiles" in the zone's XML config. An example of how to do so can be found in the configuration of {{StendhalFile\|a39087c1ab316d6cf979f2c79612b7b4484c54aa\|data/conf/zones/kikareukin.xml#L18\|7_kikareukin_clouds}}.
			# An additional layer named "0_floor_parallax" can be added the TMX map file. The layer should be identical to "0_floor" excluding the portions that should be transparent. An example of how this is done can be found in map of {{StendhalFile\|a39087c1ab316d6cf979f2c79612b7b4484c54aa\|data/maps/Level%206/kikareukin/islands.tmx\|6_kikareukn_islands}} ([https://www.mapeditor.org/ Tiled Map Editor] needed to view).

	= How to use the map in Stendhal =		= How to use the map in Stendhal =

imported>AntumDeluge: /* Layers */ info on "0_floor_parallax" layer

2024-06-08T07:37:24Z

Layers: info on "0_floor_parallax" layer

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imported>AntumDeluge: /* Layers */ info on "0_floor_parallax" layer

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Layers: info on "0_floor_parallax" layer

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	These five layers are the ones that host the game graphics:		These five layers are the ones that host the game graphics:
	* 0_floor		* 0_floor
			* 0_floor_parallax ''(optional alternate floor layer for clients that support parallax backgrounds)''
	* 1_terrain		* 1_terrain
	* 2_objects		* 2_objects
	* 3_roof		* 3_roof
	* 4_roof_add ''optional layer''		* 4_roof_add ''(optional layer)''

	The ''logic'' layers		The ''logic'' layers