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Frequently-Asked-Questions-(FAQs).md

@@ -22,31 +22,39 @@ This page will list all frequently asked questions by the players of Cockatrice
* [How do I update my database to have the latest cards?](#how-do-i-update-my-card-database-to-have-the-latest-cards)
* [How do I update my tokens to have the latest ones?](#how-do-i-update-my-tokens-to-have-the-latest-ones)
## Custom Art
* [How do I add custom art for a single card?](#how-do-i-add-custom-art-for-a-single-card)
## Game Variants
* [I want to play other game variants - am I covered?](#i-want-to-play-other-game-variants---am-i-covered)
## Technical
* [How does Cockatrice perform a shuffle? Is shuffling broken?](#how-does-cockatrice-perform-a-shuffle-is-shuffling-broken)
* [How can I organize a tournament with Cockatrice?](#how-can-i-organize-a-tournament-with-cockatrice)
<br>
---
<br>
## General Gameplay
### Are there shortcuts for Cockatrice?
Yes! Check out [the shortcuts wiki page](https://github.com/Cockatrice/Cockatrice/wiki/Custom-Keyboard-Shortcuts) to learn how to customize them.
<br><br>
### Where are replay files saved?
*(This just applies to downloaded replays from the server, of course!)*
* **Windows**: `Users/appdata/local/Cocaktrice/Cockatrice/replays`
* **Mac**: `~/Library/Application Support/Cockatrice/Cockatrice/replays`
<br>
## Playing on Public Servers
### How to register an account?
First, make sure you're using a recently downloaded version of the client.<br>
If you're on **Windows**, click on the <kbd>Cockatrice</kbd> menu and then <kbd>Register to server...</kbd><br>
@@ -59,6 +67,7 @@ Some servers require the activation/authentication of accounts. They'll send you
**Make sure to also check your spam folder for that mail!**<br>
<br>
Problems with entering your activation token? [Click here!](#where-to-enter-my-account-activation-token)
<br><br>
### Where to enter my account activation token?
@@ -69,6 +78,7 @@ Connect to the server using the `username` and `password` you used when register
Upon connection, you will be asked to enter your activation token.
- If it tells you that's something wrong about your credentials, than you are using the wrong password.
- If it tells you that's something wrong about your registration, than you are using the wrong username. The correct username is usually cited in the email.
<br>
### How to reset my account password?
@@ -76,14 +86,16 @@ First, make sure you're using the most recent version of the client.<br>
If you're on **Windows**, click on the <kbd>Cockatrice</kbd> menu and then <kbd>Connect...</kbd><br>
If you're on **Mac OS X**, click on <kbd>Actions</kbd> and then on <kbd>Connect...</kbd>
When the dialogue appears, click the padlock next to the password field.<br>
![image](https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/36401181/78371162-de7e9200-75c7-11ea-8690-261f679ffccb.png)<br>
Double check that your information matches your account at that particular server.<br>
You have to enter the email address associated with your account to verify yourself, you'll then receive a fresh activation token to your account's email address.<br>
**Make sure to also check your spam folder for that mail!**
<br><br>
## Multiplayer
### How do I draft on Cockatrice?
**Same applies to other limited formats like `Sealed`, `Chaos Draft` or `Cubes`!**
@@ -105,18 +117,22 @@ Here's a guide for dr4ft.info:
4. Once your draft is complete, type a deck name in the `deckname` field
* [Here's where to type the deckname you'd like](http://grab.by/CLl4)
5. a) Press "Make copyable text"
b) Copy the text (Ctrl+C)
5. a) Press "Make copyable text"<br>
b) Copy the text (Ctrl+C)<br>
c) In Cockatrice's Deck tab, Load deck from clipboard under Deck Editor (Ctrl+V)
Alternatively
Alternatively:<br>
a) Choose `cod` from the `file type` drop down menu<br>
b) Click **download** and save the file<br><br>
b) Click **download** and save the file
6. Go into Cockatrice, and when you're prompted to select your deck, select this file
<br>
### What do the different pawn combinations mean?
For the _default_ options based on the main repository, [check this page](https://github.com/Cockatrice/Cockatrice/wiki/Pawn-Identification-Chart) for more information.
<br><br>
### I can't see a game another player made
1. In the main chat room, click on "Filter games"
@@ -126,6 +142,7 @@ For the _default_ options based on the main repository, [check this page](https:
3. Click OK
4. If you still can't see your friend's game, please contact an in-client moderator (they have a black & white user icon, and are at the top of the user list).
<br>
### I'm not sure what just happened and need a judge
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3. Ask your question in the chat and wait for a response from a RA or Judge
* In addition, you may also ask in the Cockatrice main chat as we have a number of players who are certified Rules Advisors or Judges.
*In addition, you may also ask in the Cockatrice main chat as we have a number of players who are certified Rules Advisors or Judges.*
<br><br>
## Updates and Release Channels
### What are release channels?
<!-- release-channels -->
As of `Cockatrice: Thopter Pie Network`, release channels have been implemented into the program. These channels will allow you to choose what kinds of updates you would like to receive.
<!-- how to swap channels -->
You can change which channel you are on by going to <kbd>Cockatrice → Settings → General → Update Channel</kbd> and selecting the desired channel from the dropdown.
You can change which channel you are on by going to <kbd>Cockatrice → Settings → General → Update Channel</kbd> and selecting the desired channel from the dropdown:
<br>
#### `Stable Releases` Channel
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<!-- how often does this channel update? -->
<br>
#### `Beta Releases` Channel
<!-- brief description of channel -->
@@ -180,12 +197,12 @@ These pre-releases are unnamed and have a <kbd>beta</kbd> tag in their file name
- **Cons:**
- Might have bugs & unfinished features
<br>
If you want to help Cockatrice, you can become a beta tester by running on the `Beta Releases` channel. Every time you update, feel free to take a look at what changes have been made and test them out. If you find anything that seems incorrect, please [open a ticket](https://github.com/Cockatrice/Cockatrice/issues/new) so we can improve Cockatrice. You will play a key role in the Cockatrice development cycle if you are on this channel.
<!-- how often does this channel update? -->
<br><br>
### How do I update Cockatrice application?
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>
>We recommend doing so after each update of Cockatrice in case the database structure changed for example. This could cause several problems, like certain features couldn't be available or Cockatrice couldn't read all card information correctly.
<br><br>
### How do I update my card database to have the latest cards?
You update your card database by running the `Oracle` application:
@@ -208,6 +227,7 @@ Inside Cockatrice, click on <kbd>Cockatrice &rarr; Check for Card Updates...</kb
Inside Cockatrice, click on <kbd>Actions &rarr; Check for Card Updates...</kbd> and "Oracle" will open.
During spoilers season, you may want to use another tool to generate an additional card database with unreleased cards. Check out the [custom cards wiki page](https://github.com/Cockatrice/Cockatrice/wiki/Custom-Cards-%26-Sets#to-add-custom-sets-follow-these-steps) for more information.
<br><br>
### How do I update my tokens to have the latest ones?
@@ -221,13 +241,17 @@ Oracle will fetch new or changed card & token data and automatically includes th
- Download the token XML file (`tokens.xml`) manually from [this GitHub page](https://github.com/Cockatrice/Magic-Token). ([direct link to the file](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Cockatrice/Magic-Token/master/tokens.xml))<br>
This file will be updated whenever new sets or products are released.
- Move the `tokens.xml` file to the location specified in **Settings &rarr; Paths / Token Database**, or change the path in the `Token Database` field to where you store the file.
<br>
## Custom Art
### How do I add custom art for a single card?
Check out [this page](https://github.com/Cockatrice/Cockatrice/wiki/Custom-Cards-&-Sets) for more assistance!
<br><br>
## Game Variants
### I want to play other game variants - am I covered?
We can't tell for sure, but the app itself is designed to support many different games and game variants!<br>
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For MtG we know about these:
- [Momir Generator](http://magic-league.com/zach/momir/), created by a team member
- [MoJhoSto Generator](https://tmiguelt.github.io/MormirGenerator/), created by a user ([release announcement](https://www.reddit.com/r/Cockatrice/comments/4c9nq9/i_made_a_card_generator_for_playing_mormir/))
<br>
## Technical
### How does Cockatrice perform a shuffle? Is shuffling broken?
See a [simple and quick answer](https://github.com/Cockatrice/Cockatrice/issues/2945#issuecomment-350475733) or a [more technical one](https://github.com/Cockatrice/Cockatrice/issues/475#issuecomment-65662556).
<br><br>
### How can I organize a tournament with Cockatrice? ##