Hey Tagpro!  With ELTP starting its first week on the Comp Server, the NLTP CRC would like to share a guide outlying all the ins and outs of the competitive partition of Tagpro.  So without further ado, let’s start!

What is the Comp Server?

The Comp Server is a separate partition on the production Tagpro servers.  On the Comp Server, Tagpro games run the same as your regular pubs and games, except for the fact that normal, TP altering scripts will not work.  This prevents cheating scripts from being used.  Other than that, physics, game settings, and the group page all function the same.  Another addition to the Comp Server is the new Texture Pack feature!

What is the new Texture Pack page?

The new Texture Pack feature is the newest creation of the devs that is slated to be put on the regular servers!  Here on the Comp Server, we get to try it out first.  The Texture Pack page has 8 presets to choose from, and also a space to add your desired custom texture pack in the form of lmgur image links.  Make sure the imgurs link directly to the picture! (i.e. end with .png)  Watch this video if you have trouble.

Here’s my snazzy textures

(If you wish to have no splats, insert this link into the splats link bar - https://i.imgur.com/7yhZMNT.png)

What are Script Options?

Since normal scripts are broken on the Comp Server, the NLTP CRC has chosen a few popular, gameplay altering scripts to put directly on the server.  These scripts can be toggled on and off using the competitive toggler script.  As of now, the Toggler includes three spins (whole ball, pokerchip, and marble), live player position, team stats, milliseconds, transparent canvas, checkered tiles, macros, and key remap (macros and key remap require a second script to be installed which will be discussed later).  New scripts are being added however, so submit your scripts to /r/NLTP if you want them to be included in the Comp Server!

How do I use the Comp Toggler?

To use the Comp Toggler, simply download the competitive toggler script and change every “false” variable that you want into a “true” inside of Tampermonkey.  Think of the toggler as a waiter in a restaurant - it tells the server what you would like to order!

This is how JBB rolls

With all your settings chosen, you should be READY TO PLAY!!

As an aside, PLEASE turn off EVERY script besides the competitive toggler (and competitive server specific remap and macros if necessary).  Failure to do so will break your game.

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How do I get my keys to be remapped?

To remap your movement keys on the Comp Server, you need to install this script.  If you use IJKL, you do not need to make any modifications to this script.  If you do not use IJKL, fill in lines 129 to 132 with the keys you want to use to move.  Below are some examples of movement remaps.

Three different possible setups inside the remap script - TFGH master race?

From there, you should be good to go!  Remember to set the “remap” value to “true” on your comp toggler!

I’m a micless player, how do I get custom macros?

Now, the key remapper script is almost identical in setup to the regular remap script for the normal servers.  The macros script, however, has some key differences.

First, install this script on tampermonkey.  From there, add your desired macros under

// >>>>>>> YOUR MACROS GO HERE <<<<<<<

and before

// >>>>>>>                     <<<<<<<

You’ll notice that the macro format is different from the production server script.  Here is the main change -

Instead of using the code:

macros[73] = {"message": "enemy fc is TOP RIGHT", "toAll": false};

You will use the code:

macros[i] = {"message": "enemy fc is TOP RIGHT", "toAll": false};

Instead of the variable numbers inside the macros brackets, use the key variables found on lines 27-140.  As long as you replicate and follow the examples in the linked script, you will be fine.  Remember, n0-n9 are the 0-9 keys.  Follow up, set “toAll” to true for regular chat, false for team chat.

If your macros are not working, refresh the game and they will work.  We are investigating this bug, but a refresh will fix it automatically.  This does not happen for everybody.

What about spectator scripts?

Spectator scripts will work normal on the comp server, with the exception of texture packs.  Texture packs will need to be added in the texture pack tab.

Troubleshooting:

Q: My texture pack doesn’t work, why is this?

First, try a preset.  

If this does not work then clear your cookies completely and disable all scripts + extensions (except toggler).

If this DOES work, check if the imgur links were inputted correctly and are the right size.  A correct imgur link will have a .png at the end and will link directly to the image and not the imgur site.  

Incorrect: http://imgur.com/a/tM5Qh (Gallary link)

Incorrect: http://imgur.com/mcKlKM5 (Image link, but within Imgur)

Correct: http://i.imgur.com/mcKlKM5.png (Direct Image)

Q: My Toggler doesn’t work, why is this?

First, try editing only one variable to the “true” state.  Then, try the next.  Make sure that each line is untouched except for the “true” and “false” variables.  If this does not work, clear your cookies.

Q: My Macros don’t work, why is this?

Try refreshing before your game!  This should clear it up.  If it does not, check if you have the most recently updated macros script installed.  Finally, check if your macros are in the correct format (see above)

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If you have any questions, feel free to contact NLTP through a message to /r/NLTP or find JBB on mumble.  

Good luck!