Random creatures with Lua | DF Modding Tutorial

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Learn how Dwarf Fortress generates procedural creatures using Lua, and how to customize your own. This is a tutorial by DPh Kraken (https://www.patreon.com/c/DPhKraken) for experienced modders.

0:00 Introduction
0:15 Structure of a Creature Function
1:38 Random Creature Profiles
2:37 Custom RCP
2:58 Custom Werebeast (Werebug)
3:39 Tweaks
4:09 Creature Classes and Materials
4:39 Custom FB (Elemental)
5:10 Logic Insertion
5:45 Conclusion

Links:

Text guide: https://dwarffortresswiki.org/index.php/Lua_scripting
Copiable scripts: https://dwarffortresswiki.org/index.php/Lua_script_examples

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