When donned, this hat allows the wearer to disguise his or her physical appearance (while retaining any other normal qualities) as another humanoid creature.
The illusion can be ended at any time by the wearer (by using the hat again, by removing it, or by attacking).
Back in late 2005, I didn't see one of these anywhere on the Vault (and I had a use for one in my PW module), so I have created my version of the Hat of Disguise (HOD).
When worn, the wearer can use it to select one of many alternate forms to appear as (so long as your PC is one of the 7 standard racial appearances...the hat has to know what to turn you back into, and subraces with custom skins aren't a constant included in the published game).
The change is purely cosmetic and does not affect abilities, powers, item use, etc. The change lasts until cancelled by using the wearer, until the Hat of Disguise is unequipped, or the wearer attacks another creature (breaking the illusion).
I've found a game use for this by having certain creatures with a generally neutral faction (a kingdom of orcs) instantly turn hostile towards PCs that don't at least appear to be orcs or half-orcs. This is done in a customized onPerception script in my module.
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Version 2 - August 8, 2008
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With the release of the 1.69 patch for NWN came the built-in ability to grab information from the chat bar via the OnPlayerChat event and scripts. I've updated the Hat of Disguise to take advantage of this to reduce the number of scripts needed while expanding on the both the number of forms available and the ease of use of the item (since it no longer needs to be "activated", using up a round, then more time finding the right appearance in a conversation).
This updated version looks for a certain chat-typed command starting with "hod ", then uses that to control the helm. The one your players should know is "hod help", which will tell them how to use the item and find out the appearances possible.
You can easily modify which appearances are available by changing the "hod_onchat" script. I picked forms that are basically humanoid and generic to keep variety with simplicity. Any shape is possible, even the mightiest of dragons if you as a builder/scripter desire, but since I aim for a closer-to-D&D feel, I stuck with humanoids of roughly PC size.
To use this version, simply download the HatofDisguise_v2 (.rar, .zip, or .7z) file and decompress into you ERF directory, the follow the directions in the readme file.
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Version 1 - October 20, 2005
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The available forms: orc, kobold, goblin, drow, lizardman, hobgoblin, dwarf, elf, human, gnome, halfling, half-orc, human child, old human, zombie, skeleton, mummy. Some of the forms vary depending on the gender of the wearer.
This was made with version 1.66 of NWN with both SoU and HotU, it may not be compatible with older versions of the game.
This .erf contains the HOD item (found under Armor > Helmets), the HOD conversation file, all the HOD scripts, and altered default5 and defaultb (onPhysicalAttacked/onSpellCastAt scripts). You need only download one of the files listed here (I've included the variety so you can download the file type you want).
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As with any of my creations, comments (and yes, votes too) are welcome.
Addition Nov. 1, 2009: A simple piece of code that can be inserted into your own OnPerception script(s) is now available. You'll need to personalize it, but it gives the basics for a simple system of "appearance recognition" by NPCs.
There you go. "onpercep_hod.txt" is a piece of code you can insert and modify yourself so NPCs might change their stance concerning a PC wearing the Hat of Disguise.
Enjoy. _________________________ World of Aenea (Hall of Fame PW and the origin of all my works)
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Posted by jdeavila at 2009-11-01 16:10:26 Voted 10.00 on 11/01/09
Hey Amethyst dragon..any way you can provide us with a script that will show orcs or others on perception that the disguise works and thus an orc will not attack you if you are in orc disguise..could you do this for the community of those who don't have the skills to do this please? _________________________ Imtherealthing
Thanks for the votes and feedback everyone! _________________________ World of Aenea (Hall of Fame PW and the origin of all my works)
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Posted by QSW at 2009-10-15 09:07:38 Voted 10.00 on 10/15/09
A brilliant idea, and certainly worthy of HoF status! Thank you The Amethyst Dragon for sharing this with us :D _________________________ QSW -NWVault Reviewers Forum
Posted by teneas at 2009-09-27 16:27:20 Voted 10.00 on 09/27/09
Yeah, I love when those type of ideas are put into play.
Posted by Skywatcher44 at 2009-09-27 11:42:55 Voted 10.00 on 09/27/09
But AD, you could have put something unique in the Orc weapon shop .......... Great item, thanks for all you do!
Posted by DM-Taino at 2009-07-18 12:40:16 Voted 10.00 on 07/18/09
Nicely done.
DMT
Posted by jo4n11 at 2009-05-28 01:56:30 Voted 10.00 on 05/28/09
It's a' very nice...
Posted by Veenkar at 2009-05-26 12:09:42 Voted 10.00 on 05/26/09
Amazing item
Posted by Veenkar at 2009-05-26 12:07:03 Voted 10.00 on 05/26/09
HOD is one of the best aenean items
Posted by Sophiastra at 2009-05-08 10:49:27 Voted 10.00 on 05/08/09
If you dont have one of these you are missing out on a lot of fun. 10 points for cool factor!
Posted by urel-ye at 2009-05-04 09:12:43 Voted 10.00 on 05/04/09
Wicked crazy,and way cool.
Posted by Ra Cha Chongo at 2009-03-19 07:25:01 Voted 10.00 on 03/19/09
Yep, love it
Posted by Big_Shoe at 2009-03-06 20:59:52 Voted 10.00 on 03/06/09
Like Graymaster, I had been using your original version for years now, and had forgotten to vote until I saw this update. Many belated thanks! _________________________ Realms Of Destiny PW
Posted by jo4n11 at 2009-02-26 09:55:37 Voted 10.00 on 05/28/09
gud stuf
Posted by WJMacKenzie at 2008-11-30 16:51:06 Voted 10.00 on 11/30/08
This little gizmo is fun, can be put to so much practical use, and did I mention fun?
The email he's referring to is to answer the issue of subraces. The Hat of Disguise doesn't really remove subraces when returning to normal appearance, but is will remove special appearances that some modules/PWs have tied to subraces.
If this is the case with your module/PW, you would need to alter the hod return script to restore the PC to his/her proper subrace appearance, rather than actual PC racial appearance. _________________________ World of Aenea (Hall of Fame PW and the origin of all my works)
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Posted by crazedmages at 2008-11-21 16:47:32 Voted 10.00 on 11/19/08
Thank you for the email, AD... _________________________ People react violently to fur rather than leather because it is easier to pick on rich chicks with bad taste than biker gangs.
Posted by crazedmages at 2008-11-19 15:10:11 Voted 10.00 on 11/19/08
Love this thing though I have found that when I put it in a module that uses sub races it then erases the sub races. Anyway you can see past this? _________________________ People react violently to fur rather than leather because it is easier to pick on rich chicks with bad taste than biker gangs.
Posted by RayvenNightkind at 2008-09-26 10:53:28 Voted 10.00 on 09/26/08
This lil item just saved my butt here recently!
Posted by timmcdonald44 at 2008-08-25 13:31:42 Voted 10.00 on 08/25/08
Nice adaptation, and works great with the Orcs in Aenea
Posted by [email protected] at 2008-08-23 22:40:28 Voted 10.00 on 08/23/08
Very Cool
Posted by RustyDios at 2008-08-23 15:54:25 Voted 10.00 on 08/23/08
I think this is great.. it's easy to use, quick and does precisely what it says.. it's better for appearance changes then say polymorph as its permanent and you dont "lose" who you are and what you can do.. .. again the Amethyst Dragon creates a true gem..
Posted by Graymaster at 2008-08-09 07:16:10 Voted 10.00 on 08/09/08
Truth is, I'd quite forgotten HoD until your version 2; not entirely certain that I actually voted. if I neglected to do so, mea culpa, and consider this an apology. Great fun.
Faster, cleaner scripting, fewer scripts, more appearances! _________________________ World of Aenea (Hall of Fame PW and the origin of all my works)
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Posted by Svair at 2008-06-04 09:22:27 Voted 10.00 on 06/04/08
I was probably the player mentioned by daveyeisley. Yes, I guess you could say that I freaked. :-)
It's an amazing item, and a lot of fun.
Posted by daveyeisley at 2008-06-03 16:49:18 Voted 10.00 on 06/03/08
It was a blast when i discovered this item in Aenea... i popped it on, went outside and stood next to my unsuspecting party member (new player). Then I suddenly turned into a hobgoblin! He freaked, LOL! When I showed how it worked, he loved it ... which was good, cuz I do too :
Wendeset: Alright, Deekin, no more hakpaks for you!
I REALLY want to try this, so off I go to press the file button and download the oh-so wondrous spell/hak thingy! _________________________ I try to make modules, never finish 'em. Working on one now.
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