Tech Demo
Demo Properties:
 - Allows instantaneous graphic switching for several units by using Siege Mode technology.
File Size: Approx. 360kb
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Instructions For Use
 - Unzip IscriptTest.exe and SwitchTest.exe.
 - Run IscriptTest.exe or SwitchTest.exe to play.

[Original News Post]
SURPRISE! - 6.17.2000 7:55pm UTC Morpheus
Ok, keep in mind that the only progress made in terms of unit switching so far, such as an emulation of siege mode and the like, has been to switch units.dat entries using an ASM action. This was sufficient for such things as changing weapons and stats, but there was no way to tell StarCraft to re-draw the unit's .grp(graphic file). So, any unit switching had to keep the same graphic, a limiting factor. NOW, through the effort of Fusioned's(our higher level editing grand master) long hours of researching a disassembled Starcraft.exe, we have the power to change a unit's graphic with the push of a button. Calling upon the siege mode routine he discovered, Fusioned has managed to create an ASM action that can transform between ANY two units instantaneously, including the graphic and all properties there-of, even preserving the status of the previous unit! The possibility of such an action has been discussed within lengthy message threads in Camelot System's Blacksmith forum for months, to no avail. Now, it is a reality. This ability will allow for the Zerg Wurm and Jump Jet Infantry to be created without having to deal with the problematic turrets of a siege tank and true siege mode. This will hopefully allow for much more flexibility in the production of The Terran Ascension. Fusioned has also managed to call iscript animations via ASM as well, very cool :) His in-depth research should not be overlooked, and he is to be commended for his great contributions :) This is quite revolutionary. Thanks, man :)

Ok, now that all of that is said(whew), many of you may be saying "Who cares!?" Well, as the result of Fusioned's early tests, we have something for you to play with :) This LINK leads to a Tech Demo containing TWO self-executing StarGraft patches that, when run, demonstrate just what I am talking about. SwitchTest.exe gives the Wraith the ability to turn into a functional Starport and the Vulture the ability to turn into a Mutalisk. It also gives the Marine the ability to turn into a Firebat and back again, vice-versa, and it demonstrates multi-unit switching. IscriptTest.exe demonstrates both the morphing and ability to call any iscript animation. Check out the Siege Tank and Civilian for the changes. Anyways, DOWNLOAD it now! Just double-click and off you go; they are quite amusing, as well as ground-breaking :)
ENJOY! :)

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