Dioptra

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(NOTE: This item is not currently in game and description/function/use may change before implementation)

An astronomical and surveying instrument, mounted on a tripod.

A Dioptra is utilized by activating it and right clicking another player. There will be a 'Plan Bridge' option which will proceed to plan the bridge as follows:

  • You carefully place the dioptra on its tripod in front of you.
  • You make sure the dioptra is level.
  • You point the dioptra at <Player>.
  • You wave at <Player>.
  • You line up the dioptra with <Player>.
  • You look through the dioptra.
  • You focus on the range pole.
  • You read the graduations on the range pole and work out the height difference.
  • You check the heights of the plan ends.
  • You appear to be <xx> dirt <Higher/lower> than <Player>.
  • You work out the orientation and width for the bridge.
  • You check for clearance between the bridge ends.
  • You check for protruding foliage.
  • You check for nearby cave entrances.
  • You check for any items in the way.
  • You check that you have permissions to build the bridge.
  • You check for any bridges that may interfere with this bridge.
  • You check there would be no buildings under this bridge.
  • You work out the styles of bridges that would fit.
  • You start working out the bridge components required.
  • Planned bridge area is <x> tile(s) long and <x> tile(s) wide.
  • You stop surveying.
  • You pack up the dioptra.


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