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Thanks!

Hey all,

I know the updated file format has caused a few problems here and there (most of the problems were lurking in the old files, it's a case of BattleScribe being more sensitive to them). Things should improve as data file authors get a chance to fix things up - the editors will flag any issues.

Anyway, to the point: I've added a "delete all data" option on the menu of the Manage Data screen (on mobile). If you're having problems, a quick way to (hopefully) fix it would be to use that to clear your data before downloading your files fresh from your repo.

Hope that helps :-)

I wonder if I've mucked something up. until today, I used the data file from randomhit.org, but I just changed over to using leohart's (http://dl.dropbox.com/u/565769/40KCatalogues/index.xml) because it seemed more up to date. when I loaded up my roster file, I got a message that a few selections were automatically removed (weapon selections and such), but that was quick to sort out.

now, when I mouse over weapon options and such (e.g., boltgun, multi-melta, etc) it no longer gives me a popup with the weapon stats; just the weapon name. hull points for each vehicle are empty, though their other stats appear. when I click view roster, the rule summary section at the bottom is blank even though I've selected the rule summary option in layout options. this is all for codex: space marines, btw.

is this an issue with the data file or something else?

I don't know how comprehensive that catalogue is, but trying to use a roster in one catalogue when it was made in another (even if they have a common background) will frequently lead to issues. Especially with the data file structure changes, two different people fixing the file could have fixed it different ways (read: have different GUIDs).

Have you tried a brand new roster?

I'm loving the new version of this, and being able to have allies in the same roster for 40k is really cool and easy to work with, great job guys

Ok, I'm on the radomhit.org site and trying to download the Space Wolves file on my iphone and I keep getting the message "Safari cannot download this file". Is the file a flash file? Because if it is, I believe iphone does not support flash.

@varl: which catalogue in my repository are you using? Not all catalogues have full details. I aim for correctness and quick creation over full details. You can check out Kn1ght's work which has full details if you prefer to have all the rules accessible via BS. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/565769/Kn1ghtCatalogues/index.xml
@spacewolf407: you don't need to download anything. You need to find a link that ends with .xml. That is the repository link. You need to paste that link into BattleScribe "Manage Data", then hit the big plus button.

@leohart: ah, that makes sense. I'll have a look at kn1ght's. thanks!

update: alas, kn1ght's data doesn't seem to include codex space marines. any other data file recommendations?

I know that mine contains the important stats (BS,WS,HP, ...) but not all the special rules. Is there a specific unit that you want to know the stats for that is missing?

leohart wrote:
@varl: which catalogue in my repository are you using? Not all catalogues have full details. I aim for correctness and quick creation over full details. You can check out Kn1ght's work which has full details if you prefer to have all the rules accessible via BS. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/565769/Kn1ghtCatalogues/index.xml
@spacewolf407: you don't need to download anything. You need to find a link that ends with .xml. That is the repository link. You need to paste that link into BattleScribe "Manage Data", then hit the big plus button.

leohart thanks! After a week of trying to get this thing to work, I finally have it up and running.

@leohart: mostly I just wanted to make sure it wasn't an issue with the data files I was using and that seems to be the case (i.e., working as intended). I have the relevant rule books, so I can always look up what's missing myself. cheers

I am pretty sure that it is correct. But if you find any point error, just let me know.

New version for android out. Has solved my issue with crashes, so happy bunny once more.

I've been looking for a way to put an Eldar list together, on the same roster as an allied IG.
The only data files I can fiind either don't have Eldar on them, or don't allow for allies detachments....
Anyone know of an index that does both? I'm only using indexes posted in this thread.

Try mine? Linked in sig file.

Hello Guys,

I have been using Battle Scribe for 5th for a while, Now I'm starting to switch to 6th. I cant find a good Database. Can I get a link? I have Chaos, Grey Knights and Space wolves.
Thanks

There are quite a few just up a couple of posts.

Just downloaded this so maybe someone can help me, but I don't understand this catalogue business at all. It says search for repositories but just goes to a Google search where I don't actually know what I am looking for.

It's really frustrating as all the help files don't really explain it, they just tell you that you need data repositories and that they are a collection of data files made by people on the net. Where do I find them? How do I know if they are good? What on earth do I do with them?

Step 1: Find a repository link. This typically ends with .xml
Step 2: Paste it into your Android/iOS/Desktop Battlescribe under Manage Data/Repository
Step 3: Hit the Add/Plus button
Step 4: Refresh.
Step 5: Try creating a roster.

How do you know if they are good? One of the followings
1- You already know the rules and point cost since you own the books. Thus, you would know if something is right.
2- You know that the person who maintains the catalogue is actively updating it.
3- You just try it out and see if it matches the cost in the book.

leohart wrote:
Step 1: Find a repository link. This typically ends with .xml
Step 2: Paste it into your Android/iOS/Desktop Battlescribe under Manage Data/Repository
Step 3: Hit the Add/Plus button
Step 4: Refresh.
Step 5: Try creating a roster.

How do you know if they are good? One of the followings
1- You already know the rules and point cost since you own the books. Thus, you would know if something is right.
2- You know that the person who maintains the catalogue is actively updating it.
3- You just try it out and see if it matches the cost in the book.

Right, I got all that from the help files. But my point is when I click the 'search for repositories' button, it brings up a google search, and it's just all forums with discussions or individual data files for a single army. None of which ended in .xml might I add. Is there not an overall file for the game's data itself or something? There is just not enough explained. With Army Builder it was so simple as it was all encoded in and the programme found everything for you.

EDIT: Just saw the link you posted above for those files by Kn1ght. They are all 5th edition files though, or is that just in reference to when the Codex was released and not the game edition?

EDIT 2: Got it working, thanks.

leohart wrote:
Step 1: Find a repository link. This typically ends with .xml
Step 2: Paste it into your Android/iOS/Desktop Battlescribe under Manage Data/Repository
Step 3: Hit the Add/Plus button
Step 4: Refresh.
Step 5: Try creating a roster.

That step right there. Hit the plus button. I don't know if they've added it, but when I got the first version, there was no warning saying 'hey, moron, that plus button? push it'. So I sat there for hours wondering why the repository was taking so long to add, and it was basically stuck in a loop.

@Godless: The reason that it is harder to find a repository file is because Battlescribe doesn't want to get into trouble with GW. GW sent them a notice before. It takes a bit more work, but it is worth it for the price tag.

@Loki: I am not sure if that bug was fixed. But I have seen it happens.

Has anyone found the repository file for CSM 6th? The only files ending in .xml I can find are the ones linked on this page but chaos is in 5th there.

Can anyone point me in the right direction?


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Never mind, found it.

@Lizard: try @leohart's; it is on his sig line, here.

Thanks guys

Luminous Lizard wrote:
Has anyone found the repository file for CSM 6th? The only files ending in .xml I can find are the ones linked on this page but chaos is in 5th there.

Can anyone point me in the right direction?


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Never mind, found it.

where did you find it, i still cant

I must have missed it. Where do you get the roster editor from? I'd like to try my hand at creating/editing one.

Have you tried the one I posted in my sig? It has CSM6th ed.

Roster Editor, Catalogue Editors, ... are all available as part of Battlescribe installation. Try going to Battlescribe folder if you cannot find it.

What's the difference in the free battlescribe app and the $3 one?

Nothing especially useful. The pro version has no ads, an extra dice rolling feature, and a good warm feeling that you supported a fellow wargamer who puts good work into making something for everyone for free.