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	Now that you’ve picked your map, you have to copy the contents inside of the CMF.vr folder into your temp.takistan. Overwrite everything. Reload your mission, you will now see modules and units on the map. Go ahead and drag the modules outside the map boundary, since these should not be touched. You will also see three factions placed down, BLUFOR, OPFOR and IND. These units are all playable, all set up with radios and will work with gearscripts out of the box. This is when you pick the faction you want the players to be, not the AI or anything else. If it’s a TVT you might want both BLUFOR and OPFOR, so keep that in mind.		Now that you’ve picked your map, you have to copy the contents inside of the CMF.vr folder into your temp.takistan. Overwrite everything. Reload your mission, you will now see modules and units on the map. Go ahead and drag the modules outside the map boundary, since these should not be touched. You will also see three factions placed down, BLUFOR, OPFOR and IND. These units are all playable, all set up with radios and will work with gearscripts out of the box. This is when you pick the faction you want the players to be, not the AI or anything else. If it’s a TVT you might want both BLUFOR and OPFOR, so keep that in mind.

	Alternatively, you can take the cmf from your missions folder and copy it. Once you copy it, paste it into your missions folder. You should get something along the lines of "CMF-XX.vr-copy". Take this folder and rename it to fit the mission naming convention:		Alternatively, you can take the cmf from your missions folder and copy it. Once you copy it, paste it into your missions folder. You should get something along the lines of "CMF-XX.vr-copy". Take this folder and rename it to fit the mission naming convention:
	creatornameshort_gametype<playercount>_title.worldname.pbo
			''<u>creatornameshort_gametype<playercount>_title.worldname.pbo</u>''

	For example: tnk_co60_ironcross.panovo		For example: tnk_co60_ironcross.panovo
	Do not use capital letters as the server does not like them. Now go into the editor, and open the mission you just renamed.		Do not use capital letters as the server does not like them. Now go into the editor, and open the mission you just renamed.

Pi123263: Add mention of new naming convention ( https://discord.com/channels/237991125523103747/438869280747028481/1118608599426531368 )

2023-08-11T13:14:30Z

Add mention of new naming convention ( https://discord.com/channels/237991125523103747/438869280747028481/1118608599426531368 )

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	Now that you’ve picked your map, you have to copy the contents inside of the CMF.vr folder into your temp.takistan. Overwrite everything. Reload your mission, you will now see modules and units on the map. Go ahead and drag the modules outside the map boundary, since these should not be touched. You will also see three factions placed down, BLUFOR, OPFOR and IND. These units are all playable, all set up with radios and will work with gearscripts out of the box. This is when you pick the faction you want the players to be, not the AI or anything else. If it’s a TVT you might want both BLUFOR and OPFOR, so keep that in mind.		Now that you’ve picked your map, you have to copy the contents inside of the CMF.vr folder into your temp.takistan. Overwrite everything. Reload your mission, you will now see modules and units on the map. Go ahead and drag the modules outside the map boundary, since these should not be touched. You will also see three factions placed down, BLUFOR, OPFOR and IND. These units are all playable, all set up with radios and will work with gearscripts out of the box. This is when you pick the faction you want the players to be, not the AI or anything else. If it’s a TVT you might want both BLUFOR and OPFOR, so keep that in mind.

	Alternatively, you can take the cmf from your missions folder and copy it. Once you copy it, paste it into your missions folder. You should get something along the lines of "CMF-XX.vr-copy". Take this folder and rename it to fit ~~your needs, "cmfXX_co50_missioname~~.~~MapName"~~ Do not use capital letters as the server does not like them. Now go into the editor, and open the mission you just renamed.		Alternatively, you can take the cmf from your missions folder and copy it. Once you copy it, paste it into your missions folder. You should get something along the lines of "CMF-XX.vr-copy". Take this folder and rename it to fit the mission naming convention:
			creatornameshort_gametype<playercount>_title.worldname.pbo
			For example: tnk_co60_ironcross.panovo
			Do not use capital letters as the server does not like them. Now go into the editor, and open the mission you just renamed.

	For this tutorial we will keep it simple, and go with BLUFOR. Delete all Opfor and Independent units, including the deployment zone for said factions. You now have a basic BLUFOR structure, and different specialist roles. Now is a good time to think about an idea for your mission; infiltration, patrol, clear an objective, take out an HVT are all simple mission ideas.		For this tutorial we will keep it simple, and go with BLUFOR. Delete all Opfor and Independent units, including the deployment zone for said factions. You now have a basic BLUFOR structure, and different specialist roles. Now is a good time to think about an idea for your mission; infiltration, patrol, clear an objective, take out an HVT are all simple mission ideas.

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2023-08-11T13:10:14Z

Update CMF repository link

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	Mission making is something that takes time getting used to. It relies on trial and error, and expect your first missions to be some time in the making. In this tutorial we’ll be doing a step-by-step mission making guide. Make sure you take your time and don’t stress, as doing things in hurry can be very unforgiving in the ArmA editor.		Mission making is something that takes time getting used to. It relies on trial and error, and expect your first missions to be some time in the making. In this tutorial we’ll be doing a step-by-step mission making guide. Make sure you take your time and don’t stress, as doing things in hurry can be very unforgiving in the ArmA editor.

	To start things off you’ll need to download the [~~http~~://~~coalitiongroup~~.~~net~~/~~portal/cmf~~/ (Coalition Mission Framework)]. In simple terms it’s a mission already created with features and functions built into it. You will use this as a template when creating your missions. When you’ve downloaded the framework, place it somewhere where it’s easily accessible. You will use it more than once. Keep it somewhere safe and make sure you keep a master copy.		To start things off you’ll need to download the [https://github.com/tanaaKa/CMF3 (Coalition Mission Framework)]. In simple terms it’s a mission already created with features and functions built into it. You will use this as a template when creating your missions. When you’ve downloaded the framework, place it somewhere where it’s easily accessible. You will use it more than once. Keep it somewhere safe and make sure you keep a master copy.

	Now you have to pick your map. If you do not know the maps names in the editor, there is a quick and easy way to do it. Head into the ArmA 3 editor and pick the map you want to use. Now all you have to do is save your blank mission and name it something simple like “temp”. This will now create a folder called “temp.[mapname]”. The name after the dot is the name as recognized by the eden editor. For an example if you’re making a mission on Takistan it’s going to be called temp.takistan, but a mission on desert is not going to be temp.desert, rather temp.desert_E. As you can see, some maps have less obvious nomenclature, so I advise you to do this every time you pick a new map that you haven’t worked with before.		Now you have to pick your map. If you do not know the maps names in the editor, there is a quick and easy way to do it. Head into the ArmA 3 editor and pick the map you want to use. Now all you have to do is save your blank mission and name it something simple like “temp”. This will now create a folder called “temp.[mapname]”. The name after the dot is the name as recognized by the eden editor. For an example if you’re making a mission on Takistan it’s going to be called temp.takistan, but a mission on desert is not going to be temp.desert, rather temp.desert_E. As you can see, some maps have less obvious nomenclature, so I advise you to do this every time you pick a new map that you haven’t worked with before.

Tanaka: /* Mission Making Tutorial: */

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	== Mission Making Tutorial: ==		== Mission Making Tutorial: ==
	[~~http~~://www.~~coalitiongroup~~.~~net~~/~~forums/viewtopic.php~~?~~f=11&t~~=~~627~~ Click here] for the beginners tutorial to mission making and Coalition Mission Framework (CMF), continue reading for a more in depth explanation.		[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6uTun30QHt0 Click here] for the beginners tutorial to mission making and Coalition Mission Framework (CMF), continue reading for a more in depth explanation.

Tanaka: /* Mission Making Tutorial: */

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	Mission making is something that takes time getting used to. It relies on trial and error, and expect your first missions to be some time in the making. In this tutorial we’ll be doing a step-by-step mission making guide. Make sure you take your time and don’t stress, as doing things in hurry can be very unforgiving in the ArmA editor.		Mission making is something that takes time getting used to. It relies on trial and error, and expect your first missions to be some time in the making. In this tutorial we’ll be doing a step-by-step mission making guide. Make sure you take your time and don’t stress, as doing things in hurry can be very unforgiving in the ArmA editor.

	To start things off you’ll need to download the [http://coalitiongroup.net/~~framework~~/ (Coalition Mission Framework)]. In simple terms it’s a mission already created with features and functions built into it. You will use this as a template when creating your missions. When you’ve downloaded the framework, place it somewhere where it’s easily accessible. You will use it more than once. Keep it somewhere safe and make sure you keep a master copy.		To start things off you’ll need to download the [http://coalitiongroup.net/portal/cmf/ (Coalition Mission Framework)]. In simple terms it’s a mission already created with features and functions built into it. You will use this as a template when creating your missions. When you’ve downloaded the framework, place it somewhere where it’s easily accessible. You will use it more than once. Keep it somewhere safe and make sure you keep a master copy.

	Now you have to pick your map. If you do not know the maps names in the editor, there is a quick and easy way to do it. Head into the ArmA 3 editor and pick the map you want to use. Now all you have to do is save your blank mission and name it something simple like “temp”. This will now create a folder called “temp.[mapname]”. The name after the dot is the name as recognized by the eden editor. For an example if you’re making a mission on Takistan it’s going to be called temp.takistan, but a mission on desert is not going to be temp.desert, rather temp.desert_E. As you can see, some maps have less obvious nomenclature, so I advise you to do this every time you pick a new map that you haven’t worked with before.		Now you have to pick your map. If you do not know the maps names in the editor, there is a quick and easy way to do it. Head into the ArmA 3 editor and pick the map you want to use. Now all you have to do is save your blank mission and name it something simple like “temp”. This will now create a folder called “temp.[mapname]”. The name after the dot is the name as recognized by the eden editor. For an example if you’re making a mission on Takistan it’s going to be called temp.takistan, but a mission on desert is not going to be temp.desert, rather temp.desert_E. As you can see, some maps have less obvious nomenclature, so I advise you to do this every time you pick a new map that you haven’t worked with before.

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	== Gearscript: ==		== Gearscript: ==
	Before you getting into the mission making proper, you need to create a gearscript (~~or two, if a TvT~~) ~~that will assign loadouts to each player~~. First, you have to open up Virtual Arsenal. The menu on the right is what you’ll be paying attention to. Once you have picked the uniform – including vest, helmet, and backpack – click ‘set uniform’ and you’ll get confirmation via text. Afterwards, go over each item until all of the slots are full. Then, click export. It’ll copy the loadout to your clipboard and you’ll be able to paste it wherever you want. One more thing before the gearscript is complete. Head to the loadouts section in the mission file and pick the file you want. For us, it’ll be us_army_ocp.hpp - the default BLUFOR loadout. Simply paste the loadout you’ve created in between the lines.		Before you getting into the mission making proper, you need to create a gearscript for all sides that are involved (both players and AI). First, you have to open up Virtual Arsenal. The menu on the right is what you’ll be paying attention to. Once you have picked the uniform – including vest, helmet, and backpack – click ‘set uniform’ and you’ll get confirmation via text. Afterwards, go over each item until all of the slots are full. Then, click export. It’ll copy the loadout to your clipboard and you’ll be able to paste it wherever you want. One more thing before the gearscript is complete. Head to the loadouts section in the mission file and pick the file you want. For us, it’ll be us_army_ocp.hpp - the default BLUFOR loadout. Simply paste the loadout you’ve created in between the lines.

	This is what you're after:		This is what you're after:

Tanaka: /* Mission Making Tutorial: */

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	== Mission Making Tutorial: ==		== Mission Making Tutorial: ==

	~~UPDATE 5 JULY 2018:~~
	~~[https://www.twitch.tv/videos/281304373 Here is a basic video on how to start mission design if you don't want to read].~~

	[http://www.coalitiongroup.net/forums/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=627 Click here] for the beginners tutorial to mission making and Coalition Mission Framework (CMF), continue reading for a more in depth explanation.		[http://www.coalitiongroup.net/forums/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=627 Click here] for the beginners tutorial to mission making and Coalition Mission Framework (CMF), continue reading for a more in depth explanation.

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	Now that you’ve picked your map, you have to copy the contents inside of the CMF.vr folder into your temp.takistan. Overwrite everything. Reload your mission, you will now see modules and units on the map. Go ahead and drag the modules outside the map boundary, since these should not be touched. You will also see three factions placed down, BLUFOR, OPFOR and IND. These units are all playable, all set up with radios and will work with gearscripts out of the box. This is when you pick the faction you want the players to be, not the AI or anything else. If it’s a TVT you might want both BLUFOR and OPFOR, so keep that in mind.		Now that you’ve picked your map, you have to copy the contents inside of the CMF.vr folder into your temp.takistan. Overwrite everything. Reload your mission, you will now see modules and units on the map. Go ahead and drag the modules outside the map boundary, since these should not be touched. You will also see three factions placed down, BLUFOR, OPFOR and IND. These units are all playable, all set up with radios and will work with gearscripts out of the box. This is when you pick the faction you want the players to be, not the AI or anything else. If it’s a TVT you might want both BLUFOR and OPFOR, so keep that in mind.

	Alternatively, you can take the cmf from your missions folder and copy it. Once you copy it, paste it into your missions folder. You should get something along the lines of "CMF-XX.vr-copy". Take this folder and rename it to fit your needs, "~~cmfXX_co50_MissionName~~.MapName" Do not use capital letters as the server does not like them. Now go into the editor, and open the mission you just renamed.		Alternatively, you can take the cmf from your missions folder and copy it. Once you copy it, paste it into your missions folder. You should get something along the lines of "CMF-XX.vr-copy". Take this folder and rename it to fit your needs, "cmfXX_co50_missioname.MapName" Do not use capital letters as the server does not like them. Now go into the editor, and open the mission you just renamed.

	For this tutorial we will keep it simple, and go with BLUFOR. Delete all Opfor and Independent units, including the deployment zone for said factions. You now have a basic BLUFOR structure, and different specialist roles. Now is a good time to think about an idea for your mission; infiltration, patrol, clear an objective, take out an HVT are all simple mission ideas.		For this tutorial we will keep it simple, and go with BLUFOR. Delete all Opfor and Independent units, including the deployment zone for said factions. You now have a basic BLUFOR structure, and different specialist roles. Now is a good time to think about an idea for your mission; infiltration, patrol, clear an objective, take out an HVT are all simple mission ideas.

Reckless: /* Mission Making Tutorial: */

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	[http://www.coalitiongroup.net/forums/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=627 Click here] for the beginners tutorial to mission making and Coalition Mission Framework (CMF), continue reading for a more in depth explanation.		[http://www.coalitiongroup.net/forums/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=627 Click here] for the beginners tutorial to mission making and Coalition Mission Framework (CMF), continue reading for a more in depth explanation.



	Mission making is something that takes time getting used to. It relies on trial and error, and expect your first missions to be some time in the making. In this tutorial we’ll be doing a step-by-step mission making guide. Make sure you take your time and don’t stress, as doing things in hurry can be very unforgiving in the ArmA editor.		Mission making is something that takes time getting used to. It relies on trial and error, and expect your first missions to be some time in the making. In this tutorial we’ll be doing a step-by-step mission making guide. Make sure you take your time and don’t stress, as doing things in hurry can be very unforgiving in the ArmA editor.

	To start things off you’ll need to download the ~~Coalition Mission Framework~~ [http://coalitiongroup.net/~~forums~~/~~viewtopic.php?f=11&t=7~~ (~~CMF~~)]. In simple terms it’s a mission already created with features and functions built into it. You will use this as a template when creating your missions. When you’ve downloaded the framework, place it somewhere where it’s easily accessible. You will use it more than once. Keep it somewhere safe and make sure you keep a master copy.		To start things off you’ll need to download the [http://coalitiongroup.net/framework/ (Coalition Mission Framework)]. In simple terms it’s a mission already created with features and functions built into it. You will use this as a template when creating your missions. When you’ve downloaded the framework, place it somewhere where it’s easily accessible. You will use it more than once. Keep it somewhere safe and make sure you keep a master copy.

	Now you have to pick your map. If you do not know the maps names in the editor, there is a quick and easy way to do it. Head into the ArmA 3 editor and pick the map you want to use. Now all you have to do is save your blank mission and name it something simple like “temp”. This will now create a folder called “temp.[mapname]”. The name after the dot is the name as recognized by the eden editor. For an example if you’re making a mission on Takistan it’s going to be called temp.takistan, but a mission on desert is not going to be temp.desert, rather temp.desert_E. As you can see, some maps have less obvious nomenclature, so I advise you to do this every time you pick a new map that you haven’t worked with before.		Now you have to pick your map. If you do not know the maps names in the editor, there is a quick and easy way to do it. Head into the ArmA 3 editor and pick the map you want to use. Now all you have to do is save your blank mission and name it something simple like “temp”. This will now create a folder called “temp.[mapname]”. The name after the dot is the name as recognized by the eden editor. For an example if you’re making a mission on Takistan it’s going to be called temp.takistan, but a mission on desert is not going to be temp.desert, rather temp.desert_E. As you can see, some maps have less obvious nomenclature, so I advise you to do this every time you pick a new map that you haven’t worked with before.

Tanaka: /* Mission Making Tutorial: */

2018-07-06T16:59:12Z

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	== Mission Making Tutorial: ==		== Mission Making Tutorial: ==

			UPDATE 5 JULY 2018:
			[https://www.twitch.tv/videos/281304373 Here is a basic video on how to start mission design if you don't want to read].

	[http://www.coalitiongroup.net/forums/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=627 Click here] for the beginners tutorial to mission making and Coalition Mission Framework (CMF), continue reading for a more in depth explanation.		[http://www.coalitiongroup.net/forums/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=627 Click here] for the beginners tutorial to mission making and Coalition Mission Framework (CMF), continue reading for a more in depth explanation.