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ParadropLocation

Module: paradroplocation.lua

Overview

The ParadropLocation module is responsible for triggering a paradrop plane when activated. It determines the faction of the activating object and initiates an airstrike with a predefined template that flies over the location, dropping paratroopers.

Inheritance

• Inherits from: none — base/utility module
• Imports: MrxUtil

Instance pattern

This is a stateless manager/utility module. It does not track any per-instance state and operates solely through its top-level functions.

Functions

OnActivate(uGuid)

Called when the object instance is activated. It sets up an event to call Start once the object leaves hibernation.

Start(uGuid)

Determines the position and faction of the activating object. If valid, it initiates an airstrike with a paradrop template that flies over the location, dropping paratroopers. After triggering the airstrike, it removes the activating object from the world.

Events

• Listens for Event.ObjectHibernation to call Start when the object leaves hibernation.

Notes for modders

• Ensure that OnActivate is called appropriately to trigger the paradrop.
• Customize the faction templates in tTemplates if you want to change the aircraft used for different factions.
• Be aware that this module removes the activating object after triggering the airstrike, so ensure it does not interfere with other mission logic.