A Couple MUSH questions

by Everiine

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Everiine2009-01-02 06:12:08
Let it be known that coding makes my brain hurt, and that is why I dont' do it. I don't understand a word of it. I've only got two questions, and one doesn't even involve coding!

I know in MUSH you can use a script function to replace the ANSI color background with an image. I don't know why, but I really like the leather background from the Nexus client, so I've gotten myself a picture of leather to use as a background. But I cannot figure out how to scrip the thing. Anybody know how this works?

The second question has actually nothing to do with coding. Does anyone know what font the Nexus client uses? I don't like MUSH's default FixSys, and going through the available fonts I haven't yet found one I liked. Figured I"d give the Nexus one a try (can you tell I learned the game on Nexus?).

Sorry for the dumb questions blush.gif
Isuka2009-01-02 09:34:11
QUOTE (Everiine @ Jan 1 2009, 10:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Let it be known that coding makes my brain hurt, and that is why I dont' do it. I don't understand a word of it. I've only got two questions, and one doesn't even involve coding!

I know in MUSH you can use a script function to replace the ANSI color background with an image. I don't know why, but I really like the leather background from the Nexus client, so I've gotten myself a picture of leather to use as a background. But I cannot figure out how to scrip the thing. Anybody know how this works?

The second question has actually nothing to do with coding. Does anyone know what font the Nexus client uses? I don't like MUSH's default FixSys, and going through the available fonts I haven't yet found one I liked. Figured I"d give the Nexus one a try (can you tell I learned the game on Nexus?).

Sorry for the dumb questions blush.gif


CODE
SetBackgroundImage(BSTR FileName, short Mode);

From this reference

Also, I don't know what font Nexus uses, but I personally really like Courier New at 10pt. The soft edges are really easy on your eyes. The default font is hard to read after a while, I've found.
Isuka2009-01-02 09:35:27
QUOTE (Isuka @ Jan 2 2009, 01:34 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
CODE
SetBackgroundImage(BSTR FileName, short Mode);

From this reference

Also, I don't know what font Nexus uses, but I personally really like Courier New at 10pt. The soft edges are really easy on your eyes. The default font is hard to read after a while, I've found.


you should note that you're limited to PNG and BMP image types.
Unknown2009-01-02 13:10:43
I personally really like my Lucida Console, 9pt. You should look for free fonts on the web, see if you find anything else that suits you.

And, if you need coding advice, feel free to ask!
Everiine2009-01-02 22:57:06
Will I be able to just plug that script function into the existing script in the system I'm using?
Unknown2009-01-02 23:06:03
You should be able to just put that function call in your main script to execute once when you open your world.
Gwylifar2009-01-03 05:30:25
QUOTE (Isuka @ Jan 2 2009, 04:34 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Also, I don't know what font Nexus uses, but I personally really like Courier New at 10pt. The soft edges are really easy on your eyes. The default font is hard to read after a while, I've found.

If you find Courier's edges soft, you should try Andale Mono.