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EsTeR: doh

2023-10-31T05:13:48Z

doh

EsTeR: format

2023-10-31T05:11:56Z

format

EsTeR: range note

2023-10-31T04:33:42Z

range note

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	[[Input_Device_Reference_(Apocalypse)\|Keyboard Shortcuts]] allow faster and fluid actions.		[[Input_Device_Reference_(Apocalypse)\|Keyboard Shortcuts]] allow faster and fluid actions.

			==Visual Range==
			All units have a maximum visual-detection-range of 24 cells.

	==Attitude==		==Attitude==

EsTeR: added note about kb use

2023-10-20T08:51:28Z

added note about kb use

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	'''Offence is the best defence.'''<br>		'''Offence is the best defence.'''<br>
	The best use and brief strategies on attitude, movement, and shooting style.		The best use and brief strategies on attitude, movement, and shooting style.

			[[Input_Device_Reference_(Apocalypse)\|Keyboard Shortcuts]] allow faster and fluid actions.

	==Attitude==		==Attitude==

EsTeR: menu

2022-10-18T06:06:21Z

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	[[~~Engaging_the_Enemy_(Apocalypse)~~\|~~'''~~Next~~'''~~]]		[[Take_Cover!\|Next: Using Terrain & Cover]]<br>
	[[~~Starting_a_Mission_~~(Apocalypse)\|~~'''~~Previous~~'''~~]]		[[Tactical_Combat_Missions_(Apocalypse)\|Previous: Battlescape Tactical Missions]]<br>
	[[Tactics_(Apocalypse)\|Return to Start]]		[[Tactics_(Apocalypse)\|Return to Start]]


	[[Category: Apocalypse]]		[[Category: Apocalypse]]

EsTeR: re-worded some minor points

2022-08-11T13:00:46Z

re-worded some minor points

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	The best use and brief strategies on attitude, movement, shooting style ~~and damage types which govern the actions of your X-Com agents on the battlescape~~.		'''Offence is the best defence.'''<br>
			The best use and brief strategies on attitude, movement, and shooting style.

	=Attitude=		==Attitude==
	X-Com agents on the battlescape are controlled by an Attitude system (similiar to [[Alien_Ship_Combat_(Apocalypse)\|craft]] attitude) which, depending on the level of autonomy, may perform actions without direct input from the player. The colour matching the selected attitude is displayed above the unit (or grouping of units) in isometric view of the battlescape.<br>		X-Com agents on the battlescape are controlled by an Attitude system (similiar to [[Alien_Ship_Combat_(Apocalypse)\|craft]] attitude) which, depending on the level of autonomy, may perform actions without direct input from the player. The colour matching the selected attitude is displayed above the unit (or grouping of units) in isometric view of the battlescape.<br>
	* If an agent who is unarmed or has no ammo for the weapon they are carrying is given a new destination to move to on the battlescape, the agent will <u>always</u> run when they see a hostile unit, then resume their original command once visual contact is lost.		* If an agent who is unarmed or has no ammo for the weapon they are carrying is given a new destination to move to on the battlescape, the agent will <u>always</u> run when they see a hostile unit, then resume their original command once visual contact is lost.
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	This mode is primarily used if you want your unit to obey your command.		This mode is primarily used if you want your unit to obey your command.

	===~~In General~~===		====Notes====
	* Offence is the best defence.
	* A grenade being thrown may prompt ''safe'' and ''cautious'' agents run from it. This is dangerous if they run from a [[Boomeroid]].		* A grenade being thrown may prompt ''safe'' and ''cautious'' agents run from it. This is dangerous if they run from a [[Boomeroid]].
	* If agents are in position to attack hostiles at a choke point, ''safe'' and ''cautious'' agents may start moving about to get to cover once the hostiles are engaged. This is dangerous since weapons aren't being fired when Brainsuckers and Poppers are near. Don't do the [[Popper (Apocalypse)\|blue chicken]] dance.		* If agents are in position to attack hostiles at a choke point, ''safe'' and ''cautious'' agents may start moving about to get to cover once the hostiles are engaged. This is dangerous since weapons aren't being fired when Brainsuckers and Poppers are near. Don't do the [[Popper (Apocalypse)\|blue chicken]] dance.

	=Movement=		==Movement==
	An agent who has stopped moving will replenish [[Agents_Stats_(Apocalypse)\|Stamina]] at maximum rate.<br>		An agent who has stopped moving will replenish [[Agents_Stats_(Apocalypse)\|Stamina]] at maximum rate.<br>

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	* Injury may result when landing if any X-Com agent has jumped off from a height of more then three levels difference.		* Injury may result when landing if any X-Com agent has jumped off from a height of more then three levels difference.
	* Fatal injury or death is common when landing, if the height difference is typically five or more levels.		* Fatal injury or death is common when landing, if the height difference is typically five or more levels.
	* Removing Marsec Armor chest piece when an agent is airbourne will cause the agent to fall to the ground.<br>		* Removing Marsec Armor chest piece when an agent is airbourne will cause the [[Known_Bugs_(Apocalypse)#Marsec_Armor_Mid-Air_Death\|agent to fall]] to the ground.<br>
	:Note: Manipulating the chest armor for <u>any reason</u> in the equip screen will cause the airbourne user to fall (when returning the battlescape screen). Nothing can change this outcome.		:Note: Manipulating the chest armor for <u>any reason</u> in the equip screen will cause the airbourne user to fall (when returning the battlescape screen). Nothing can change this outcome.
	* Stun (gas, grapple, smoke or mind-games) may disable a flying ~~the~~ unit, which then falls to the ground.		* Stun (gas, grapple, smoke or mind-games) may disable a flying unit, which then falls to the ground.
	* [[Personal_Disruptor_Shield\|Shielded]] units may jump off full height structures (being nine levels maximum) without injury.		* [[Personal_Disruptor_Shield\|Shielded]] units may jump off full height structures (normally being [[Known_Bugs_(Apocalypse)#Battlescape_Level_10_Bug\|nine levels]] maximum) without injury.
	* Mind controlled units will obey!		* Mind controlled units will obey!
	* Any entity will be knocked unconscious briefly if they landed onto, or fallen into, the space occupied by another unit. No injury will result to either!		* Any entity will be knocked unconscious briefly if they landed onto, or fallen into, the space occupied by another unit. No injury will result to either!
	:Note: ~~Jumping~~ off~~, or out of,~~ a building irrelevant of height ~~and landing on another~~ is a quick and ~~very easy~~ way to escape. ~~Moving the other unit off the unconscisous entity will allow the 'jumper' to awaken, without injury!~~		:Note: If it is possible to land on another unit, jumping off a building or removing Marsec chest armor '''irrelevant of height''' is a quick and safe way to evade or escape hostile actions.

	===Throwing===		===Throwing===
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	* Size of the item is irrelevant, only weight matters.		* Size of the item is irrelevant, only weight matters.
	* Any object readied to be thrown does not need to 'targeted at the impact zone' since it may be thrown just by LMB clicking in the air somewhere above and beyond the agent. The impact zone does not need to be in-view, or even known, but accuracy may suffer due to these 'blind' throws.		* Any object readied to be thrown does not need to 'targeted at the impact zone' since it may be thrown just by LMB clicking in the air somewhere above and beyond the agent. The impact zone does not need to be in-view, or even known, but accuracy may suffer due to these 'blind' throws.
	* Accuracy of the throw will be improved if the impact zone is known and 'targeted' by placing the ~~impact point~~ exactly where the thrown object should ~~impact~~.		* Accuracy of the throw will be improved if the impact zone is known and 'targeted' by placing the mouse cursor exactly where the thrown object should land.
			* If an agent can throw any item but they are very close to the maximum distance versus their strength, throw-accuracy may suffer. Light-weight objects are thrown more accurately for the same distance.
	* Grenades with an active, but short, timer may air-burst before impact.		* Grenades with an active, but short, timer may air-burst before impact.
	* Thrown active mines will not activate their proximity trigger or timer until impact with something (not necessarily the ground).		* Thrown active mines will not activate their proximity trigger or timer until impact with something (not necessarily the ground).
	* The furthest distance which any object may be thrown not only depends on its weight and the thrower's strength, but the height difference of the thrower to the ground. The optimal height for long distance is <u>at</u> level seven with items landing at level one.		* The furthest distance which any object may be thrown not only depends on its weight ''and'' the thrower's strength, but the height difference of the thrower to the ground. The optimal height for a long distance throw is <u>at</u> level seven with items landing at level one.
	Note: Trajectory will limit distance if thrown from a battlescape height higher than level seven due to an invisible ceiling at level nine <sup>'''*'''</sup>.		Note: Trajectory will limit distance if thrown from a battlescape height higher than level seven due to an invisible ceiling at level nine <sup>'''*'''</sup>.

	'''*''' Battlescape levels are ten levels maximum but only nine levels are accessible~~, [[Alien_Assault_Ship_(Apocalypse)\|usually]]~~.		'''*''' Battlescape levels are ten levels maximum but only nine levels are commonly accessible.

	=Formations=		==Formations==
	The two [[Battlescape_Overview_(Apocalypse)#Tactical_Screen\|Formations]] control how groups of agents move in the battlescape.		The two [[Battlescape_Overview_(Apocalypse)#Tactical_Screen\|Formations]] control how groups of agents move in the battlescape.
	===Group Formation===		===Group Formation===
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	* Agents move their maximum allowable speed.		* Agents move their maximum allowable speed.
	* Automatically spaced apart relevant to the obstructions at the destination.		* Automatically spaced apart relevant to the obstructions at the destination.

	===Single File===		===Single File===
	''Note: single file does not work well.'' See [[Talk:Controls_(Apocalypse)\|discussion]] page.		''Note: single file does not work well.'' See [[Talk:Controls_(Apocalypse)\|discussion]] page.
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	* A group moving at an angle (flanking) to a hostile will allow all agents to fire without accidently shooting the one directly in front.		* A group moving at an angle (flanking) to a hostile will allow all agents to fire without accidently shooting the one directly in front.

	=Shooting Style=		==Shooting Style==
	Armed X-Com agents have one of four [[Battlescape_Overview_(Apocalypse)\|shot types]] available. Any firing mode can be used for any weapon!<br>		Armed X-Com agents have one of four [[Battlescape_Overview_(Apocalypse)\|shot types]] available. Any firing mode can be used for any weapon!<br>
	Note: All weapons have different firing ranges and rates of fire. An agent's own attributes (Accuracy) wll determine a successful hit. Use the best weapon for the task. (eg: a [[Megapol_Lawpistol\|Law Pistol]] is useless at very long range).<br>		Note: All weapons have different firing ranges and rates of fire. An agent's own attributes (Accuracy) wll determine a successful hit. Use the best weapon for the task. (eg: a [[Megapol_Lawpistol\|Law Pistol]] is useless at very long range).<br>
	Weapons which track their target disregard the accuracy skill of the firing unit.<br>		* Weapons which track their target disregard the accuracy skill of the firing unit.<br>
	Weapons which track will be fired more often if using less accurate fire modes.		* Weapons which track will be fired more often if using less accurate fire modes.
	====None====		====None====
	Weapons are "Hold Fire". Prevents the agent from firing any weapon:		Weapons are "Hold Fire". Prevents the agent from firing any weapon:
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	====Auto-Shot====		====Auto-Shot====
	The least time-to-aim and least accurate of the Shot Types. When using this, units will shoot almost constantly at the target to deliver the most impacts from a preferably shorter range (eg: [[Marsec_M4000_Machine_Gun\|M4000]]).		The least time-to-aim and least accurate of the Shot Types. When using this, units will shoot almost constantly at the target to deliver the most impacts from a preferably shorter range (eg: [[Marsec_M4000_Machine_Gun\|M4000]]).


	[[Engaging_the_Enemy_(Apocalypse)\|'''Next''']]		[[Engaging_the_Enemy_(Apocalypse)\|'''Next''']]

EsTeR: clari on invalid jump destination

2022-08-11T12:28:42Z

clari on invalid jump destination

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	* Any unit with bi-pedal legs may jump over a one-cell hole, if running, if the other side is on the same level.		* Any unit with bi-pedal legs may jump over a one-cell hole, if running, if the other side is on the same level.
	* A human (specifically not an Alien lifeform) may jump across a two-cell hole on the same level, if running in a straight line and of high speed, falling unconscious briefly when landing on the other side.		* A human (specifically not an Alien lifeform) may jump across a two-cell hole on the same level, if running in a straight line and of high speed, falling unconscious briefly when landing on the other side.
	* Jumping down one level is not an option when an X-Com unit optimises their movement automatically, however, all others ~~(except X-Com)~~ may do so if faced with an enemy, as a means of escape.		* Jumping down <u>one</u> level is not the preferred option when an X-Com unit optimises their movement automatically, however, all others may do so if faced with an enemy, as a means of escape. An X-Com agent may often jump off the side of a ramp instead of moving down it normally.
	* When jumping off a building onto the ground below, the unit usually drifts away from the building one cell 'further' per five levels dropped. The emcumbrance or the movement setting is irrelevant.<br>		* When jumping off a building onto the ground below, the unit usually drifts away from the building one cell 'further away' per five levels dropped. The emcumbrance or the movement setting is irrelevant.
			* Some locations may not be valid when an entity is forced to jump. They will attempt to reach the given destination using other movement methods.<br>
	'''Falling'''		'''Falling'''
	* Entities may [[Input_Device_Reference_(Apocalypse)\|jump]] off anything if forced to, disregarding their own safety. Any railing will be vaulted over if present.		* Entities may [[Input_Device_Reference_(Apocalypse)\|jump]] off anything if forced to, disregarding their own safety. Any railing will be vaulted over if present.

EsTeR: moved the one-liner about RMB throws here.

2022-07-06T14:43:16Z

moved the one-liner about RMB throws here.

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	===Throwing===		===Throwing===
	All items on the battlescape may be thrown~~. Distance only depends~~ on the thrower's strength.		All items on the battlescape may be thrown but how far will depend on the thrower's strength.<br>
			* '''Any explosive device may be thrown to explode-on-impact by RMB clicking on the image in the agent's hand.'''
	* Size of the item is irrelevant, only weight matters.		* Size of the item is irrelevant, only weight matters.
	* Any object readied to be thrown does not need to 'targeted at the impact zone' since it may be thrown just by LMB clicking in the air somewhere above and beyond the agent. The impact zone does not need to be in-view, or even known, but accuracy may suffer due to these 'blind' throws.		* Any object readied to be thrown does not need to 'targeted at the impact zone' since it may be thrown just by LMB clicking in the air somewhere above and beyond the agent. The impact zone does not need to be in-view, or even known, but accuracy may suffer due to these 'blind' throws.
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	* The furthest distance which any object may be thrown not only depends on its weight and the thrower's strength, but the height difference of the thrower to the ground. The optimal height for long distance is <u>at</u> level seven with items landing at level one.		* The furthest distance which any object may be thrown not only depends on its weight and the thrower's strength, but the height difference of the thrower to the ground. The optimal height for long distance is <u>at</u> level seven with items landing at level one.
	Note: Trajectory will limit distance if thrown from a battlescape height higher than level seven due to an invisible ceiling at level nine <sup>'''*'''</sup>.		Note: Trajectory will limit distance if thrown from a battlescape height higher than level seven due to an invisible ceiling at level nine <sup>'''*'''</sup>.
	* Any explosive device may be thrown to explode-on-impact by RMB clicking on the image in the agent's hand.
	'''*''' Battlescape levels are ten levels maximum but only nine levels are accessible, [[Alien_Assault_Ship_(Apocalypse)\|usually]].		'''*''' Battlescape levels are ten levels maximum but only nine levels are accessible, [[Alien_Assault_Ship_(Apocalypse)\|usually]].

EsTeR: looks ok

2022-06-19T23:30:59Z

looks ok

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	===Safe Mode===		===Safe Mode===
	'''Blue'''<br>		<span style="color:#0000FF">'''Blue'''</span><br>
	The agent with a '''Safe''' attitude will seek cover from a hostile as first preference, may break visual contact in doing so, and then may engage in combat. This is similar to how a panicking hostile acts. As avoidance is paramount, this mode may be unhelpful because your agent may ignore your movement commands (ducking into cover before reaching their given destination, and staying there).<br>		The agent with a '''Safe''' attitude will seek cover from a hostile as first preference, may break visual contact in doing so, and then may engage in combat. This is similar to how a panicking hostile acts. As avoidance is paramount, this mode may be unhelpful because your agent may ignore your movement commands (ducking into cover before reaching their given destination, and staying there).<br>
	This mode is primarily used if you want your unit to avoid hostiles.		This mode is primarily used if you want your unit to avoid hostiles.

	===Cautious Mode===		===Cautious Mode===
	'''Green'''<br>		<span style="color:#00FF00">'''Green'''</span><br>
	The agent with a '''Cautious''' attitude will engage a hostile unit, will try to find cover when under fire and then return fire when the incoming attack ceases. When seeking cover behind an object such as a wall, the cautious agent will side-step (strafe) to face the enemy and fire, quickly moving back to avoid incoming fire. Your agent remains aware of enemy positions by trying not to break visual contact for too long.<br>		The agent with a '''Cautious''' attitude will engage a hostile unit, will try to find cover when under fire and then return fire when the incoming attack ceases. When seeking cover behind an object such as a wall, the cautious agent will side-step (strafe) to face the enemy and fire, quickly moving back to avoid incoming fire. Your agent remains aware of enemy positions by trying not to break visual contact for too long.<br>
	This mode is primarily used if you want your unit to engage a difficult enemy.		This mode is primarily used if you want your unit to engage a difficult enemy.

	===Aggressive Mode===		===Aggressive Mode===
	'''Red'''<br>		<span style="color:#FF0000">'''Red'''</span><br>
	The agent with an '''Aggressive''' attitude will not seek cover and will fire towards hostiles disregarding any civilians and neutrals in the way.<br>		The agent with an '''Aggressive''' attitude will not seek cover and will fire towards hostiles disregarding any civilians and neutrals in the way.<br>
	This mode is primarily used if you want your unit to obey your command.		This mode is primarily used if you want your unit to obey your command.

EsTeR: done, i think besides spelling

2022-06-19T20:40:36Z

done, i think besides spelling

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	* If an agent who is unarmed or has no ammo for the weapon they are carrying is given a new destination to move to on the battlescape, the agent will <u>always</u> run when they see a hostile unit, then resume their original command once visual contact is lost.		* If an agent who is unarmed or has no ammo for the weapon they are carrying is given a new destination to move to on the battlescape, the agent will <u>always</u> run when they see a hostile unit, then resume their original command once visual contact is lost.
	* An agent within fire or stun gas will immediately try to escape by running (regardless of movement or attitude settings). When the area is safe, they will automatically return to their original position.		* An agent within fire or stun gas will immediately try to escape by running (regardless of movement or attitude settings). When the area is safe, they will automatically return to their original position.

	===Safe Mode===		===Safe Mode===
	'''Blue'''<br>		'''Blue'''<br>
	The agent with a '''Safe''' attitude will seek cover from a hostile as first preference, may break visual contact in doing so, and then may engage in combat. This is similar to how a panicking hostile acts. As avoidance is paramount, this mode may be unhelpful because your agent may ignore your movement commands (ducking into cover before reaching their given destination, and staying there).<br>		The agent with a '''Safe''' attitude will seek cover from a hostile as first preference, may break visual contact in doing so, and then may engage in combat. This is similar to how a panicking hostile acts. As avoidance is paramount, this mode may be unhelpful because your agent may ignore your movement commands (ducking into cover before reaching their given destination, and staying there).<br>
	This mode is primarily used if you want your unit to avoid hostiles.		This mode is primarily used if you want your unit to avoid hostiles.

	===Cautious Mode===		===Cautious Mode===
	'''Green'''<br>		'''Green'''<br>
	The agent with a '''Cautious''' attitude will engage a hostile unit, will try to find cover when under fire and then return fire when the incoming attack ceases. When seeking cover behind an object such as a wall, the cautious agent will side-step (strafe) to face the enemy and fire, quickly moving back to avoid incoming fire. Your agent remains aware of enemy positions by trying not to break visual contact for too long.<br>		The agent with a '''Cautious''' attitude will engage a hostile unit, will try to find cover when under fire and then return fire when the incoming attack ceases. When seeking cover behind an object such as a wall, the cautious agent will side-step (strafe) to face the enemy and fire, quickly moving back to avoid incoming fire. Your agent remains aware of enemy positions by trying not to break visual contact for too long.<br>
	This mode is primarily used if you want your unit to engage a difficult enemy.		This mode is primarily used if you want your unit to engage a difficult enemy.

	===Aggressive Mode===		===Aggressive Mode===
	'''Red'''<br>		'''Red'''<br>
	The agent with an '''Aggressive''' attitude will not seek cover and will fire towards hostiles disregarding any civilians and neutrals in the way.<br>		The agent with an '''Aggressive''' attitude will not seek cover and will fire towards hostiles disregarding any civilians and neutrals in the way.<br>
	This mode is primarily used if you want your unit to obey your command.		This mode is primarily used if you want your unit to obey your command.

	===In General===		===In General===
	* Offence is the best defence.		* Offence is the best defence.
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	=Movement=		=Movement=
	An agent who has stopped moving will replenish [[Agents_Stats_(Apocalypse)\|Stamina]] at maximum rate.<br>		An agent who has stopped moving will replenish [[Agents_Stats_(Apocalypse)\|Stamina]] at maximum rate.<br>

	===Run===		===Run===
	The most common movement method for most of the game. A white arrow appears above units who are forced to run, and will expend Stamina until almost empty, then will walk.		The most common movement method for most of the game. A white arrow appears above units who are forced to run, and will expend Stamina until almost empty, then will walk.
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	* Escape dangerous environs.		* Escape dangerous environs.
	* Cannot fire weapons when running.		* Cannot fire weapons when running.

	===Walk===		===Walk===
	An armed agent is able to fire a weapon when moving, but at reduced accuracy. Stamina is neither drained or replenished.		An armed agent is able to fire a weapon when moving, but at reduced accuracy. Stamina is neither drained or replenished.
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	* An agent may not resume crawling in certain situations.		* An agent may not resume crawling in certain situations.
	'''Note''' An agent will momentarily kneel to face a new direction, exposing themselves to the brainsucker threat.		'''Note''' An agent will momentarily kneel to face a new direction, exposing themselves to the brainsucker threat.

	===Kneel===		===Kneel===
	An agent will drop down on one knee.		An agent will drop down on one knee.
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	* A unit waiting for another to move out of the way will not kneel.		* A unit waiting for another to move out of the way will not kneel.
	* The kneel command may over-ride the selected movement command (crawling) when an agent is stationary.		* The kneel command may over-ride the selected movement command (crawling) when an agent is stationary.

	===Jump===		===Jump===
	An agent may automatically jump when moving, or forced to via J+LMB.		An agent may automatically jump when moving, or forced to via J+LMB.
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	* Any unit with bi-pedal legs may jump over a one-cell hole, if running, if the other side is on the same level.		* Any unit with bi-pedal legs may jump over a one-cell hole, if running, if the other side is on the same level.
	* A human (specifically not an Alien lifeform) may jump across a two-cell hole on the same level, if running in a straight line and of high speed, falling unconscious briefly when landing on the other side.		* A human (specifically not an Alien lifeform) may jump across a two-cell hole on the same level, if running in a straight line and of high speed, falling unconscious briefly when landing on the other side.
	* Jumping down one level is not an option when an X-Com unit optimises their movement automatically, however, all others may do so if faced with an enemy as ~~it may provide an~~ escape ~~route~~.<br>		* Jumping down one level is not an option when an X-Com unit optimises their movement automatically, however, all others (except X-Com) may do so if faced with an enemy, as a means of escape.
			* When jumping off a building onto the ground below, the unit usually drifts away from the building one cell 'further' per five levels dropped. The emcumbrance or the movement setting is irrelevant.<br>
	'''Falling'''		'''Falling'''
	* Entities may [[Input_Device_Reference_(Apocalypse)\|jump]] off anything if forced to, disregarding their own safety. Any railing will be vaulted over if present.		* Entities may [[Input_Device_Reference_(Apocalypse)\|jump]] off anything if forced to, disregarding their own safety. Any railing will be vaulted over if present.
	* Injury may result if any ~~entity~~ has jumped off from a height of more then ~~one level~~ difference ~~upon landing if not wearing leg armor~~.		* Chest armor protects against falling damage, not legs.
	~~<!-- TESTING - An entity which has jumped onto another will be knocked unconscious upon landing. The 'victim' -->~~		* Injury may result when landing if any X-Com agent has jumped off from a height of more then three levels difference.
	* Fatal injury or death is common ~~for most~~ when landing, if the height difference is typically five or more levels.		* Fatal injury or death is common when landing, if the height difference is typically five or more levels.
	* Removing Marsec Armor chest piece when an agent is airbourne will cause the agent to fall ~~and may result in injury~~.<br>		* Removing Marsec Armor chest piece when an agent is airbourne will cause the agent to fall to the ground.<br>
	:Note: Manipulating the chest armor for <u>any reason</u> in the equip screen will cause the airbourne user to fall. Nothing can ~~stop~~ this ~~effect~~.		:Note: Manipulating the chest armor for <u>any reason</u> in the equip screen will cause the airbourne user to fall (when returning the battlescape screen). Nothing can change this outcome.
			* Stun (gas, grapple, smoke or mind-games) may disable a flying the unit, which then falls to the ground.
	* [[Personal_Disruptor_Shield\|Shielded]] units may jump off full height structures (being nine levels maximum) without injury.		* [[Personal_Disruptor_Shield\|Shielded]] units may jump off full height structures (being nine levels maximum) without injury.
	* Mind controlled units will obey!		* Mind controlled units will obey!
			* Any entity will be knocked unconscious briefly if they landed onto, or fallen into, the space occupied by another unit. No injury will result to either!
			:Note: Jumping off, or out of, a building irrelevant of height and landing on another is a quick and very easy way to escape. Moving the other unit off the unconscisous entity will allow the 'jumper' to awaken, without injury!

			===Throwing===
			All items on the battlescape may be thrown. Distance only depends on the thrower's strength.
			* Size of the item is irrelevant, only weight matters.
			* Any object readied to be thrown does not need to 'targeted at the impact zone' since it may be thrown just by LMB clicking in the air somewhere above and beyond the agent. The impact zone does not need to be in-view, or even known, but accuracy may suffer due to these 'blind' throws.
			* Accuracy of the throw will be improved if the impact zone is known and 'targeted' by placing the impact point exactly where the thrown object should impact.
			* Grenades with an active, but short, timer may air-burst before impact.
			* Thrown active mines will not activate their proximity trigger or timer until impact with something (not necessarily the ground).
			* The furthest distance which any object may be thrown not only depends on its weight and the thrower's strength, but the height difference of the thrower to the ground. The optimal height for long distance is <u>at</u> level seven with items landing at level one.
			Note: Trajectory will limit distance if thrown from a battlescape height higher than level seven due to an invisible ceiling at level nine <sup>'''*'''</sup>.
			* Any explosive device may be thrown to explode-on-impact by RMB clicking on the image in the agent's hand.
			'''*''' Battlescape levels are ten levels maximum but only nine levels are accessible, [[Alien_Assault_Ship_(Apocalypse)\|usually]].

	=Formations=		=Formations=
	The two [[Battlescape_Overview_(Apocalypse)#Tactical_Screen\|Formations]] control how groups of agents move in the battlescape.		The two [[Battlescape_Overview_(Apocalypse)#Tactical_Screen\|Formations]] control how groups of agents move in the battlescape.

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	Note: All weapons have different firing ranges and rates of fire. An agent's own attributes (Accuracy) wll determine a successful hit. Use the best weapon for the task. (eg: a [[Megapol_Lawpistol\|Law Pistol]] is useless at very long range).<br>		Note: All weapons have different firing ranges and rates of fire. An agent's own attributes (Accuracy) wll determine a successful hit. Use the best weapon for the task. (eg: a [[Megapol_Lawpistol\|Law Pistol]] is useless at very long range).<br>
	* Weapons which track their target disregard the accuracy skill of the firing unit.<br>		* Weapons which track their target disregard the accuracy skill of the firing unit.<br>
	* Weapons which track will be fired more often if using less accurate fire modes.		* Weapons which track will be fired more often if using less accurate fire modes.<br>
	'''None'''<br>		'''None'''<br>
	Weapons are "Hold Fire". Prevents the agent from firing any weapon:		Weapons are "Hold Fire". Prevents the agent from firing any weapon:
	* Prevent injury to alien lifeforms which are to be [[Bio-Transport_Module_(Apocalypse)\|captured]].		* Prevent injury to alien lifeforms which are to be [[Bio-Transport_Module_(Apocalypse)\|captured]].
	* Unloaded weapons in the agent's hands will be 'safe' after picking up its ammunition.		* Unloaded weapons in the agent's hands will be 'safe' after picking up its ammunition.
	* No [[Known_Bugs_(Apocalypse)#Psychotic_Agents\|firing of weapons]] other than when allowed, via [[Input_Device_Reference_(Apocalypse)#Hold_Fire_Forced_Fire\|forced fire]].		* No [[Known_Bugs_(Apocalypse)#Psychotic_Agents\|firing of weapons]] other than when allowed, via [[Input_Device_Reference_(Apocalypse)#Hold_Fire_Forced_Fire\|forced fire]].<br>
	'''Aimed-Shot'''<br>		'''Aimed-Shot'''<br>
	The slowest and most accurate of the Shot Types. When using this, units will (take a longer time to) aim carefully at the selected target to have the best chance to hit. Aimed-Shot is typically used from long distance to the target with a suitable weapon. (eg: [[Megapol_Laser_Sniper_Gun\|laser]])		The slowest and most accurate of the Shot Types. When using this, units will (take a longer time to) aim carefully at the selected target to have the best chance to hit. Aimed-Shot is typically used from long distance to the target with a suitable weapon. (eg: [[Megapol_Laser_Sniper_Gun\|laser]])<br>
	'''Snap-Shot'''<br>		'''Snap-Shot'''<br>
	The standard Shot Type. The middle ground between Aimed Shot and Auto-Shot in regards to the agent's time-to-aim before firing the weapon.		The standard Shot Type. The middle ground between Aimed Shot and Auto-Shot in regards to the agent's time-to-aim before firing the weapon.
	Snap-Shot is usually used at medium distance to a target when using a suitable weapon (eg: [[Megapol_Auto_Cannon\|autocannon]])		Snap-Shot is usually used at medium distance to a target when using a suitable weapon (eg: [[Megapol_Auto_Cannon\|autocannon]])<br>
	'''Auto-Shot'''<br>		'''Auto-Shot'''<br>
	The least time-to-aim and least accurate of the Shot Types. When using this, units will shoot almost constantly at the target to deliver the most impacts from a preferably shorter range (eg: [[Marsec_M4000_Machine_Gun\|M4000]]).		The least time-to-aim and least accurate of the Shot Types. When using this, units will shoot almost constantly at the target to deliver the most impacts from a preferably shorter range (eg: [[Marsec_M4000_Machine_Gun\|M4000]]).

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	This mode is primarily used if you want your unit to obey your command.		This mode is primarily used if you want your unit to obey your command.

	~~====~~Notes~~====~~		'''Notes'''<br>
	* A grenade being thrown may prompt ''safe'' and ''cautious'' agents run from it. This is dangerous if they run from a [[Boomeroid]].		* A grenade being thrown may prompt ''safe'' and ''cautious'' agents run from it. This is dangerous if they run from a [[Boomeroid]].
	* If agents are in position to attack hostiles at a choke point, ''safe'' and ''cautious'' agents may start moving about to get to cover once the hostiles are engaged. This is dangerous since weapons aren't being fired when Brainsuckers and Poppers are near. Don't do the [[Popper (Apocalypse)\|blue chicken]] dance.		* If agents are in position to attack hostiles at a choke point, ''safe'' and ''cautious'' agents may start moving about to get to cover once the hostiles are engaged. This is dangerous since weapons aren't being fired when Brainsuckers and Poppers are near. Don't do the [[Popper (Apocalypse)\|blue chicken]] dance.
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	* Path decision when moving throughout the battlescape may be 'optimised' by any entity, automatically.		* Path decision when moving throughout the battlescape may be 'optimised' by any entity, automatically.
	* An X-Com agent commonly vaults, climbs, shuffles over furniture on the same level if it is quicker (a shortcut).		* An X-Com agent commonly vaults, climbs, shuffles over furniture on the same level if it is quicker (a shortcut).
	* Any unit with bi-pedal legs may jump over a one-cell hole, if running, ~~if the other side is on the same level.~~		* Any unit with bi-pedal legs may jump over a one-cell hole when standing next to it instard of hoing the long way round. if running in a straight line and of high speed, any unit may jump across a two-cell hole on the same level, falling unconscious briefly when landing on the other side.
	* A human (specifically not an Alien lifeform) may jump across a two-cell hole on the same level~~, if running in a straight line and of high speed~~, falling unconscious briefly when landing on the other side.
	* Jumping down <u>one</u> level is not the preferred option when an X-Com unit optimises their movement automatically, however, all others may do so if faced with an enemy, as a means of escape. An X-Com agent may often jump off the side of a ramp instead of moving down it normally.		* Jumping down <u>one</u> level is not the preferred option when an X-Com unit optimises their movement automatically, however, all others may do so if faced with an enemy, as a means of escape. An X-Com agent may often jump off the side of a ramp instead of moving down it normally.
	* When jumping off a building onto the ground below, the unit usually drifts away from the building one cell 'further away' per five levels dropped. The emcumbrance or the movement setting is irrelevant.		* When jumping off a building onto the ground below, the unit usually drifts away from the building one cell 'further away' per five levels dropped. The emcumbrance or the movement setting is irrelevant.
	* Some locations may not be valid when an entity is forced to jump. They will attempt to reach the given destination using other movement methods.<br>		* Some locations may not be valid when an entity is forced to jump. They will attempt to reach the given destination using other movement methods.
			* Landing [[Known_Bugs_(Apocalypse)#Falling_Body_Sponges\|on someone]] may briefly knock out the fallen.<br>
	'''Falling'''		'''Falling'''
	* Entities may [[Input_Device_Reference_(Apocalypse)\|jump]] off anything if forced to, disregarding their own safety. Any railing will be vaulted over if present.		* Entities may [[Input_Device_Reference_(Apocalypse)\|jump]] off anything if forced to, disregarding their own safety. Any railing will be vaulted over if present.
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	* Mind controlled units will obey!		* Mind controlled units will obey!
	* Any entity will be knocked unconscious briefly if they landed onto, or fallen into, the space occupied by another unit. No injury will result to either!		* Any entity will be knocked unconscious briefly if they landed onto, or fallen into, the space occupied by another unit. No injury will result to either!
	~~:Note: If it is possible to land on another unit, jumping off a building or removing Marsec chest armor '''irrelevant of height''' is a quick and safe way to evade or escape hostile actions.~~

	===Throwing===		===Throwing===
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	* Accuracy of the throw will be improved if the impact zone is known and 'targeted' by placing the mouse cursor exactly where the thrown object should land.		* Accuracy of the throw will be improved if the impact zone is known and 'targeted' by placing the mouse cursor exactly where the thrown object should land.
	* If an agent can throw any item but they are very close to the maximum distance versus their strength, throw-accuracy may suffer. Light-weight objects are thrown more accurately for the same distance.		* If an agent can throw any item but they are very close to the maximum distance versus their strength, throw-accuracy may suffer. Light-weight objects are thrown more accurately for the same distance.
	* Grenades with an active, but short, timer may air-burst before impact.		* Grenades with an active, but short, timer may air-burst before impact. A slight visual delay may be noticable.
	* Thrown active mines will not activate their proximity trigger or timer until impact with something (not necessarily the ground).		* Thrown active mines will not activate their proximity trigger or timer until impact with something (not necessarily the ground).
	* The furthest distance which any object may be thrown not only depends on its weight ''and'' the thrower's strength, but the height difference of the thrower to the ground. The optimal height for a long distance throw is <u>at</u> level seven with items landing at level one.		* The furthest distance which any object may be thrown not only depends on its weight ''and'' the thrower's strength, but the height difference of the thrower to the ground. The optimal height for a long distance throw is <u>at</u> level seven with items landing at level one.
	Note: Trajectory will limit distance if thrown from a battlescape height higher than level seven due to an invisible ceiling at level nine <sup>'''*'''</sup>.		Note: Trajectory will limit distance if thrown from a battlescape height higher than level seven due to an invisible ceiling at level nine. <sup>'''*'''</sup>.

	'''*''' Battlescape levels are ten levels maximum but only nine levels are commonly accessible.		'''*''' Battlescape levels are ten levels maximum but only nine levels are commonly accessible.
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	* Agents move their maximum allowable speed.		* Agents move their maximum allowable speed.
	* Automatically spaced apart relevant to the obstructions at the destination.		* Automatically spaced apart relevant to the obstructions at the destination.
			* Agents will wait until their destination is unoccupied and may ignore a threat.

	===Single File===		===Single File===
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	* Weapons which track their target disregard the accuracy skill of the firing unit.<br>		* Weapons which track their target disregard the accuracy skill of the firing unit.<br>
	* Weapons which track will be fired more often if using less accurate fire modes.		* Weapons which track will be fired more often if using less accurate fire modes.
	~~====~~None~~====~~		'''None'''<br>
	Weapons are "Hold Fire". Prevents the agent from firing any weapon:		Weapons are "Hold Fire". Prevents the agent from firing any weapon:
	* Prevent injury to alien lifeforms which are to be [[Bio-Transport_Module_(Apocalypse)\|captured]].		* Prevent injury to alien lifeforms which are to be [[Bio-Transport_Module_(Apocalypse)\|captured]].
	* Unloaded weapons in the agent's hands will be 'safe' after picking up its ammunition.		* Unloaded weapons in the agent's hands will be 'safe' after picking up its ammunition.
	* No [[Known_Bugs_(Apocalypse)#Psychotic_Agents\|firing of weapons]] other than when allowed, via [[Input_Device_Reference_(Apocalypse)#Hold_Fire_Forced_Fire\|forced fire]].		* No [[Known_Bugs_(Apocalypse)#Psychotic_Agents\|firing of weapons]] other than when allowed, via [[Input_Device_Reference_(Apocalypse)#Hold_Fire_Forced_Fire\|forced fire]].
	~~====~~Aimed-Shot~~====~~		'''Aimed-Shot'''<br>
	The slowest and most accurate of the Shot Types. When using this, units will (take a longer time to) aim carefully at the selected target to have the best chance to hit. Aimed-Shot is typically used from long distance to the target with a suitable weapon. (eg: [[Megapol_Laser_Sniper_Gun\|laser]])		The slowest and most accurate of the Shot Types. When using this, units will (take a longer time to) aim carefully at the selected target to have the best chance to hit. Aimed-Shot is typically used from long distance to the target with a suitable weapon. (eg: [[Megapol_Laser_Sniper_Gun\|laser]])
	~~====~~Snap-Shot~~====~~		'''Snap-Shot'''<br>
	The standard Shot Type. The middle ground between Aimed Shot and Auto-Shot in regards to the agent's time-to-aim before firing the weapon.		The standard Shot Type. The middle ground between Aimed Shot and Auto-Shot in regards to the agent's time-to-aim before firing the weapon.
	Snap-Shot is usually used at medium distance to a target when using a suitable weapon (eg: [[Megapol_Auto_Cannon\|autocannon]])		Snap-Shot is usually used at medium distance to a target when using a suitable weapon (eg: [[Megapol_Auto_Cannon\|autocannon]])
	~~====~~Auto-Shot~~====~~		'''Auto-Shot'''<br>
	The least time-to-aim and least accurate of the Shot Types. When using this, units will shoot almost constantly at the target to deliver the most impacts from a preferably shorter range (eg: [[Marsec_M4000_Machine_Gun\|M4000]]).		The least time-to-aim and least accurate of the Shot Types. When using this, units will shoot almost constantly at the target to deliver the most impacts from a preferably shorter range (eg: [[Marsec_M4000_Machine_Gun\|M4000]]).