"RandomPercent" parameter

[tai4ji2x]

just a quick question, could someone explain how exactly the "RandomPercent" parameter works?

[Aradan]

I believe: the game uses a random-function to generate a number. Then it compares the number with the one you've given for the RandomPercent. If your number is equal or greater than the generated one, you get the effect you want.

[BozosLiveHere]

Actually, you provide the logic token yourself. That way, RandomPercent > 99 will return True with a 1% chance, same as RandomPercent < 2 or RandomPercent <= 1.

[Aradan]

Yes, I thought that goes without saying, my bad. Thx Bozos! :)

[tai4ji2x]

ok, i think i understand, but let me just check to be sure.

if a trait or ancillary trigger says:

...
Condition ...
    and RandomPercent <= 5
...
Affects GoodCommander  1  Chance 10

what exactly happens?

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similarly, if triggering an event in a script, such as this one in EB:

monitor_event FactionTurnStart FactionType scythia
...
and I_TurnNumber > 35
and I_TurnNumber < 210
and RandomPercent < 5
and I_LocalFaction scythia

console_command create_building Sulek hinterland_victory
...
end_monitor

what does the RandomPercent do here?

thanks in advance

[Aradan]

If the random number generated by the game is less than 5 (and all other conditions are met), you get the victory-building in Sulek.