Env alyxemp

env_alyxemp is a point entity available in Half-Life 2 series. This entity creates a particle effect from Alyx's EMP.

To attach one end to Alyx's EMP device:

1. Use the Parent keyvalue or the SetParent input to parent it to npc_alyx.
2. Send the env_alyxemp the SetParentAttachment input with emp for the parameter.

To change the Target Entity, use the SetTargetEnt input with the new entity name for the parameter.

Todo: How to make Alyx take out the EMP device?

Tip:To find attachment points for other models, use ent_attachments.

Note:This entity is also in the code for . Its functionality is not guaranteed.

In code, it is represented by theCAlyxEmpEffectclass, defined in theenv_alyxemp.cppfile.

Keyvalues

EMP Type (Type) ([todo internal name (i)]) <choices>

EMP effect type.

• 0: Small
• 1: Large

Target Entity (EndTargetName) ([todo internal name (i)]) <targetname>

Entity to use as a target endpoint (probably an info_target). This entity can be its own target.

Inputs

StartCharge <floatRedirectInput/float>

Start charging the effect over specified number of seconds.

StartDischarge

Start discharging the effect over specified number of seconds.

Stop <floatRedirectInput/float>

Stops the effect.

Todo: Clarify what the parameter does?

SetTargetEnt <stringRedirectInput/string>

Sets the Target Entity for the effect.