SH3 Commander Questions ??

[Grey Legion]

First off, I love SH3 Commander great addition to SH3 and NYGM adds so much to the game.

2nd, I am a nerd and I keep my own logs during patrols, I add character details and a few things to spice up the "boring" times.

3rd, I know SH3 Commander creates a log the Log_0 file, so here is my question can I add or edit that file ??, would it allow the addition of my text without any problems, can I enter in to the log during mid patrol or only while stationed ??

2nd Question:

Why do you get more medals and badges in SH3 Commander than you get in the actual game ?? and is there a guidline as to who should get what and when.

Sorry if these have benn asked before if there is any guides to SH3 Commander I would love to read them.

Thanks

[bigboywooly]

I believe the patrol_0 log file is created by SHIII if you refer to the one in C:\Documents and Settings\*your name*\My Documents\SH3\data\cfg\Careers

[Grey Legion]

I believe the patrol_0 log file is created by SHIII if you refer to the one in C:\Documents and Settings\*your name*\My Documents\SH3\data\cfg\Careers

I know the correct location for the file in question, what I need to know is can I edit it safely.

Thanks

[bigboywooly]

What I meant was its NOT created by SH3 commander but by the game itself
Make a back up copy and try it

[Sailor Steve]

I think it's safest to edit while in port. I have changed the names of ships sunk to match the proper nations, especially Polish vessels; so I know you can do at least that much safely.

[Grey Legion]

Ok, I will tinker around with it while at port, thanks to both of you for your help..

:up:

[JScones]

You can edit Log_x.cfg, but SH3Cmdr will ignore your changes and unless you ensure you maintain file integrity (ie you must have sequential section numbers, and include the same key labels), SH3 will get upset too.

You may be better off saving your game just before docking, going into your save game folder, copying the latest .crp file, and editing the copy *outside* of SH3. Every message is stored in the crp file.

As to why SH3Cmdr "has more medals". SH3Cmdr corrects a lot of inaccuracies with the default SH3 medal awarding system. SH3Cmdr also puts you back in charge. In other words, it lets *you* decide how you want to award medals. Either award with historical accuracy, or award everything to everyone, it's not SH3Cmdr's concern...it's solely yours. Do a search of the web - there's many sites (including u-boat.net) that outline the historical awarding criteria. SH3Cmdr also provides suggestions based on actual awarding criteria and will tell you when you have gone outside of usual awarding guidelines and availability dates.