Jumpbot Factory - Revision history

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2024-05-18T10:05:35Z

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RandomX at 01:50, 6 October 2022

2022-10-06T01:50:46Z

RandomX: Repair link fix.

2021-10-27T03:55:17Z

Repair link fix.

RandomX: repair zone => retreat zone

2021-09-08T16:54:48Z

repair zone => retreat zone

RandomX: Linked jump command.

2021-09-08T16:37:13Z

Linked jump command.

RandomX: Clarification for factory's Jump command.

2021-09-08T16:34:51Z

Clarification for factory's Jump command.

RandomX: Some notes on specific unit behavior.

2021-09-08T16:09:11Z

Some notes on specific unit behavior.

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RandomX: What's a Defender?

2021-01-14T05:30:37Z

What's a Defender?

Inde Irae: Pretty sure JF can't actually jump, yeah.

2021-01-12T20:21:30Z

Pretty sure JF can't actually jump, yeah.

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-The '''{{PAGENAME}}''' is a factory that produces jumpjet equipped robots.{{ Infobox zkunit
+The '''{{PAGENAME}}''' is a factory that produces jumpjet equipped robots.{{Autoinfobox zkunit
 | defname = factoryjump
 }}==Description==
 The esoteric Jumpbot Factory offers unique tactical options for rapidly closing the distance in a knife fight, or getting over hills and rivers to cut a path through enemy lines. Key units: Pyro, Moderator, Jack, Firewalker, Jugglenaut.

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 The esoteric Jumpbot Factory offers unique tactical options for rapidly closing the distance in a knife fight, or getting over hills and rivers to cut a path through enemy lines. Key units: Pyro, Moderator, Jack, Firewalker, Jugglenaut.
-The Jumpbot Factory builds:
+The Jumpbot Factory builds:<dl>
-* http://manual.zero-k.info/unitpics/jumpcon.png [[Constable]] &ndash; Jumpjet Constructor
+{{icon unit def|jumpcon|Constable|Jumpjet Constructor}}
-* http://manual.zero-k.info/unitpics/jumpscout.png [[Puppy]] &ndash; Walking Missile
+{{icon unit def|jumpscout|Puppy|Walking Missile}}
-* http://manual.zero-k.info/unitpics/jumpraid.png [[Pyro]] &ndash; Raider/Riot Jumper
+{{icon unit def|jumpraid|Pyro|Raider/Riot Jumper}}
-* http://manual.zero-k.info/unitpics/jumpblackhole.png [[Placeholder]] &ndash; Black Hole Launcher
+{{icon unit def|jumpblackhole|Placeholder|Black Hole Launcher}}
-* http://manual.zero-k.info/unitpics/jumpskirm.png [[Moderator]] &ndash;  Disruptor Skirmisher Walker
+{{icon unit def|jumpskirm|Moderator| Disruptor Skirmisher Walker}}
-* http://manual.zero-k.info/unitpics/jumpassault.png [[Jack]] &ndash; Melee Assault Jumper
+{{icon unit def|jumpassault|Jack|Melee Assault Jumper}}
-* http://manual.zero-k.info/unitpics/jumpsumo.png [[Jugglenaut]] &ndash; Heavy Gravity Riot Jumper
+{{icon unit def|jumpsumo|Jugglenaut|Heavy Gravity Riot Jumper}}
-* http://manual.zero-k.info/unitpics/jumparty.png [[Firewalker]] &ndash; Saturation Artillery Walker
+{{icon unit def|jumparty|Firewalker|Saturation Artillery Walker}}
-* http://manual.zero-k.info/unitpics/jumpaa.png [[Toad]] &ndash; Heavy Anti-Air Jumper
+{{icon unit def|jumpaa|Toad|Heavy Anti-Air Jumper}}
-* http://manual.zero-k.info/unitpics/jumpbomb.png [[Skuttle]] &ndash; Cloaked Jumping Anti-Heavy Bomb
+{{icon unit def|jumpbomb|Skuttle|Cloaked Jumping Anti-Heavy Bomb}}
+</dl>{{clear}}
 Placeholder, Moderator and Firewalker have no jumping ability. While the factory itself is not able to [[Jump Command|jump]], either, its Jump command can be used to set a rally point to which any jumping unit will jump instead of walking. It will still walk until it reaches its minimum required jumping distance from the destination.

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 If you're getting aggressive in enemy territory, be very careful not to run into Placeholders. If your army is caught by Placeholders, it will be unable to retreat - not only will you lose your army, but its wreckage will be in enemy territory.
-If there is a lot of wreckage to reclaim on the map, keep an eye on it and prevent the Jumpbot player from sucking it all up to create a mass of Puppies.
+If there is a lot of [[wreckage]] to [[reclaim]] on the map, keep an eye on it and prevent the Jumpbot player from sucking it all up to create a mass of Puppies.
-Jugglenauts and Jacks are very tough and are frequently able to retreat to repair]] using their jump. Try to kill at least one when they attack to inflict permanent damage on your opponent's army.
+Jugglenauts and Jacks are very tough and are frequently able to retreat to [[repair]] using their jump. Try to kill at least one when they attack to inflict permanent damage on your opponent's army.
 The Jugglenaut is a scary opponent but it's ineffective against structures. Stingers or a larger number of Lotuses will force it to retreat. If it is disabled or disarmed the Jugglenaut cannot jump, push or pull, and so it can be caught and defeated easily. It also doesn't do much on its own against heavier opponents such as [[Strider Hub|Striders]].

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 The Jugglenaut is a scary opponent but it's ineffective against structures. Stingers or a larger number of Lotuses will force it to retreat. If it is disabled or disarmed the Jugglenaut cannot jump, push or pull, and so it can be caught and defeated easily. It also doesn't do much on its own against heavier opponents such as [[Strider Hub|Striders]].
-Jumping units set to [[retreat]] will automatically jump toward the nearest repair zone when damaged. A retreating Jugglenaut can damage allied units and structures.
+Jumping units set to [[retreat]] will automatically jump toward the nearest retreat zone when damaged. A retreating Jugglenaut can damage allied units and structures.
 {{Navbox buildings}}

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 * http://manual.zero-k.info/unitpics/jumpbomb.png [[Skuttle]] &ndash; Cloaked Jumping Anti-Heavy Bomb
-Placeholder, Moderator and Firewalker have no jumping ability. While the factory itself is not able to jump, either, its Jump command can be used to set a rally point to which any jumping unit will jump instead of walking. It will still walk until it reaches its minimum required jumping distance from the destination.
+Placeholder, Moderator and Firewalker have no jumping ability. While the factory itself is not able to [[Jump Command|jump]], either, its Jump command can be used to set a rally point to which any jumping unit will jump instead of walking. It will still walk until it reaches its minimum required jumping distance from the destination.
 Constable, Pyro and Jack are equipped with jets that allow them to jump even while they are in the air, while other jumping units have to rely on the strength of their legs, which, of course, need solid ground under them to work.

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 * http://manual.zero-k.info/unitpics/jumpbomb.png [[Skuttle]] &ndash; Cloaked Jumping Anti-Heavy Bomb
-Placeholder, Moderator and Firewalker have no jumping ability.
+Placeholder, Moderator and Firewalker have no jumping ability. While the factory itself is not able to jump, either, its Jump command can be used to set a rally point to which any jumping unit will jump instead of walking. It will still walk until it reaches its minimum required jumping distance from the destination.
 Constable, Pyro and Jack are equipped with jets that allow them to jump even while they are in the air, while other jumping units have to rely on the strength of their legs, which, of course, need solid ground under them to work.
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 The Jumpbots combine a wide array of gimmicks into a potent force. The Constable, Pyro, Jack, Toad, Skuttle, and Jugglenaut can jump over obstacles, allowing them to attack from unexpected directions or escape from enemies, and the Jugglenaut turns the jump itself into a deadly weapon. The Moderator, Placeholder and Firewalker are specialists which contribute utility effects from longer range.
-The Jump and Specalist bots rely on their unique characterisics in battle and therefore require a great deal of attention for effective use. Furthermore, if your opponent is setting the terms of engagement such that your advantages do not come fully into play, the Jumpbots are at a disadvantage in a direct fight. Combining the utility of the Jumpers and Specialists with more directly powerful units such as [[Amphibious Bot Plant|Amphibious Bots]] or [[Shield Bot Factory|Shield Bots]] nullfies this weakness and leaves you with a truly fearsome force.
+The Jump and Specalist bots rely on their unique characteristics in battle and therefore require a great deal of attention for effective use. Furthermore, if your opponent is setting the terms of engagement such that your advantages do not come fully into play, the Jumpbots are at a disadvantage in a direct fight. Combining the utility of the Jumpers and Specialists with more directly powerful units such as [[Amphibious Bot Plant|Amphibious Bots]] or [[Shield Bot Factory|Shield Bots]] nullifies this weakness and leaves you with a truly fearsome force.
 === Example Unit Combinations ===
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 === Beating Jumpbots ===
-In general the Jumpbots are not particularly good against static defences. Firewalkers can slowly chip away from long range and Jacks can tear down turrets if it's safe for them to get that close, but their options are pretty limited.
+In general the Jumpbots are not particularly good against static defenses. Firewalkers can slowly chip away from long range and Jacks can tear down turrets if it's safe for them to get that close, but their options are pretty limited.
 The Pyro is a fearsome raider if it sneaks into your base by jumping, but it is quite expensive and rather flimsy. Engaging it at close range with your own raiders can be dicey, but a pair of [[Picket]]s will easily polish off a Pyro.
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 If there is a lot of wreckage to reclaim on the map, keep an eye on it and prevent the Jumpbot player from sucking it all up to create a mass of Puppies.
-Jugglenauts and Jacks are very tough and are frequently able to retreat to repair using their jump. Try to kill at least one when they attack to inflict permanent damage on your opponent's army.
+Jugglenauts and Jacks are very tough and are frequently able to retreat to repair]] using their jump. Try to kill at least one when they attack to inflict permanent damage on your opponent's army.
 {{Navbox buildings}}

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 | name = Jumpbot Factory
 | defname = factoryjump
-| description = Produces Jumpjet Equipped Robots, Builds at 10 m/s
+| description = Produces Jumpjet Equipped Robots
 | image = http://manual.zero-k.info/unitpics/factoryjump.png
 | icontype = facjumpjet
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 	{{ Infobox zkability construction
 	| buildpower = 10
 	}}
 }}==Description==