You can duplicate the cell values of the existing rows for the icon, material and sound columns. This is why following the proper file naming convention is important. Using the existing rows as a guide, add a new row to each sheet with the pertinent info for the corresponding model. Rather than editing the source file, copy these 3 worksheets to a new file (keeping each to their own worksheet).
These can be found in ItemVariations.xls, located in \tools\Source\2DA\rules\. In this case we are interested in the worksheets armor_massive_variation, boots_massive_variation and gloves_heavy_variation. Alternatively, refer to this table of 2DA files/worksheets. In these instances it may be more expedient to simply extract the compiled GDA version of the 2DA from the game files and convert it to an XLS using GDApp. As many 2DAs are often stored together as separate worksheets in a single file, particular 2DAs are sometimes difficult to locate due to obscure/unintuitive file naming on Bioware’s part.
Note that M2DA_base only lists the worksheet name, not the file name. For M2DAs, a list is given in the M2DA_base sheet of 2DA_base.xls. The source files for the game’s 2DAs are located in \tools\Source\2DA\ and its sub-folders. Models for LODs and other sex/races should follow the same format. The Human male models for our example will be named as follows: In either case, it is important to follow the appropriate DA naming conventions. Models may be custom made, or, as in this example, simply renamed copies of base game models. To begin with, we need the model files and associated textures. A single item can use any of the different variations that have been defined for that particular item type by the appropriate GDA. a specific model and texture combination) and separate from the concept of an item in its in-game usage (i.e. Note that a variation is just a physical appearance (i.e. In terms of DA items, this is referred to as adding a new variation. Rather than override the appearance of existing items, we will take advantage of GDA extension to add these to the game as an additional set of item appearances. In this particular instance, we will make a new set of massive armour comprising the chest piece, gloves, and boots.
The general principles are also applicable to all other types of GDA extension. Weapons and armour collectively are one of the most common types of mod, and both are functionally identical in terms of GDA extension. In order to illustrate the process of extending a GDA, we will use a set of armour as an example.
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