ALEXANDER EB

[Maksimus]

@Leviathan DarklyCute .. *cough .. first post *cough

[Theages]

I just downloaded the "engine files" from the first page.

In export_"descr_VnVs_enums.txt" shouldn't it be "Noctophiliac" instead of "Noctophilic"?

(in "export_descr_character_traits.txt" and "export_VnVs.txt" in reads "Noctophiliac")

[Maksimus]

Yes, its is a generic bug produced by BI, but there is no negative effect in game since in VnVs_enums.txt* are listed both "Noctophiliac" and "Noctophilic", but you can remove it manually it will not make any difference.

[mikil100]

Does this mod work if you haven't bought Alexander mod?... I'm confused if you need that expansion, or if this just takes that expansions mechanics...

[Maksimus]

In real, you only need the Alexander.exe and nothing else,

But, that is imposible if you dont have the game or good contact's in Sega

[Laza]

In real, you only need the Alexander.exe and nothing else,

But, that is imposible if you dont have the game or good contact's in Sega

It's not impossible. In case u just need the exe its an easy task. But its not legal!

[Theages]

Yes, its is a generic bug produced by BI, but there is no negative effect in game since in VnVs_enums.txt* are listed both "Noctophiliac" and "Noctophilic", but you can remove it manually it will not make any difference.

I rechecked 'export_descr_VnVs_enums.txt'. Is the missing of 'Noctophiliac_gain_desc' intentional ?

[Maksimus]

Hi,

I ment the other "Noctophilic" trait that is listed in enums but not it descr_traits'
being listed in enmus only will not make any problems ingame

[Akmatov]

Back in 2006 when Alexander first came out, I purchased it from Sega, installed it and played with it a bit. Then I saved the file to a disk and stashed it to play later.

Well, later is here and when I try to install Alexander I'm asked for a User Name and Password! While I can not swear I never had such, I didn't write the information on the save disk or include a readme file with the info on the save disk, my usual practice. Using software on the save disk, I was even able to download a new copy of the Alexander.exe file off the net yesterday. But still requires a User Name and Password to work. And the Sega website seems to have no way to contact them and their own forum has months and months of unanswered Alexander install problems posts.

Which leads to two questions:

1) Am I correct in believing that alexander.exe is the last and best version of RTW.exe?

2) I find Alexander available for download/purchase on steampowered.com, anyone know if that might be a problem working with the CD version of RTW (I've heard some steam games can be a problem)?

Thanks,

Akmatov

[Maksimus]

hi,

1 - yes

2 - you only extract the *exe and you are good to go

[A Terribly Harmful Name]

Can I use the ENGINE files without problems? It says they don't have the "extended" features of the mod, so I wanted to confirm if it's just a test version or already fit for public consumption.

[Maksimus]

hi,

yes you can use engine files since they are adopted for eb vanilla and they work fine :)

[Akmatov]

Thanks a lot Maks!

Life is good!!

[Maksimus]

np,

beta tester's applications pls now

for extended mod on eb12 (ExtendedAlexanderEbMod)

i will send you files in pm

ty

[satalexton]

wt does the extended mod include?

[Maksimus]

hi,
Its a an eb mod, it has overhaul modifications, new units and features based on EAEM for eb10 and eb11.
Some minimods are included - like Spoils Of Victory, DV Ai Formations etc

[satalexton]

EAEM..? btw u perked my interest. =]

[Maksimus]

no beta testers

well.. weekend comes ... i hope more luck

[satalexton]

i'm interested...but i'm not keen on starting a new campaign atm, especially when i just managed to conquer egypt as baktria

[Maksimus]

you can backup files and start testing the mod

[Akmatov]

Just for everyone's info, as far as I can tell buying Alexander from steampowered.com doesn't' work with EB. The RTW + Alexander program you buy works fine, but it seems to change around the usual directory structure and you can not just move the ALEX.exe file anywhere and use it - it requires that it be used as part of the Steam Install structure.

Going to just buy a CD version and wait for it to be delivered.

[iamphet]

Just for everyone's info, as far as I can tell buying Alexander from steampowered.com doesn't' work with EB. The RTW + Alexander program you buy works fine, but it seems to change around the usual directory structure and you can not just move the ALEX.exe file anywhere and use it - it requires that it be used as part of the Steam Install structure.

Going to just buy a CD version and wait for it to be delivered.

IMHO inability to move alx.exe does not mean it is impossible to use EB with Steam. You just need to install EB (or copy) into Steam RTW folder and update shortcut to include -mod:eb.

[Principe Alessandro]

np,

beta tester's applications pls now

for extended mod on eb12 (ExtendedAlexanderEbMod)

i will send you files in pm

ty

if you want I can test the mod

[Maksimus]

oki,

i will pm you the files in a day

[Maksimus]

for BETA TESTERS

EAEM eb12

http://rapidshare.com/files/17566013...__.7z.001.html
http://rapidshare.com/files/17566013...__.7z.002.html
http://rapidshare.com/files/17566013...__.7z.003.html
http://rapidshare.com/files/17566013...__.7z.004.html
http://rapidshare.com/files/17566013...__.7z.005.html
http://rapidshare.com/files/17566013...__.7z.006.html
http://rapidshare.com/files/17566013...__.7z.007.html
http://rapidshare.com/files/17566014...__.7z.008.html

.. we do need comments

[iamphet]

Maksimus
Do you have a summary on your changes?
Hvala :)

[Maksimus]

Privet :)
brat :)


Hi,

well, this is mod within a mod such as EB, and its beta so there will be some txt file swaps i think.
I did not want to add fast draft of changes unitll i have time to do it right, so take this beta as a gift from heaven and test :)))

when Lgk and Lz3 make suggestions and addons along with fans i wll make abig big big big big post about it :D

[Akmatov]

IMHO inability to move alx.exe does not mean it is impossible to use EB with Steam. You just need to install EB (or copy) into Steam RTW folder and update shortcut to include -mod:eb.

Of course, you may well be right. However, the Steam install is different that the install from a CD with RTW and Alexander in two seperate sub-directories under a Steam directory. Additionally, by running Steam, you grant them rights regarding your computer that I feel uncomfortable about. Long term, I'm thinking it is a better idea to just buy the Alexander CD and wait until it shows up in the mail.

Thanks for the suggestion.

[cultist]

hello peeps
i have the rtw cds and alexander cd.
can anyone guide me on how to install EAEM EB1.2?
make that a total idiots guide lol
i dont get the "engine files",and "all you need is the exe",well i have the full game.
thanks a bunch
edit:
ive downloaded the "engine",installed rtw(with no patches) then alexander,then eb1,1 then eb1.2 then the engine files for 1.2 then modified trivial script like its shown in page 40 of the forum and...it doesnt work
what did i do wrong

[Maksimus]

hi,

you need the patches

so it is like this = RTW+1,3+1,5 patch, +Alexander expanison (or only ALx.exe if you can extract it into your rtw folder) + eb 11 + eb 12 + (now you pick) either exe files (=eb vanilla + alx.exe) or mod files (eaem)

hope this helps