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{{Skill | {{Skill | ||
− | | color = | + | | color = rgb(0,192,192) |
| skill = Swimmer | | skill = Swimmer | ||
− | | | + | | speciality = Swimming |
| profession = None | | profession = None | ||
| job name = None | | job name = None | ||
| tasks = | | tasks = | ||
* Getting in and out of water | * Getting in and out of water | ||
− | * Staying calm underwater | + | * Staying calm underwater |
− | + | }} | |
− | '''Swimmers''' can | + | '''Swimmers''' can swim in [[water]] without drowning. |
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+ | By moving carefully ({{k|alt}}+direction) into open space above water and selecting the option to move below (such as West/Below), then you can swim about without drowning. To get out, move carefully against a shoreline and select the option to move above. | ||
Swimmers can also dive and rise through the [[z-axis]] by pressing {{k|>}} and {{k|<}} respectively. Note that air-breathers will be unable to breathe without air in the tile above them. | Swimmers can also dive and rise through the [[z-axis]] by pressing {{k|>}} and {{k|<}} respectively. Note that air-breathers will be unable to breathe without air in the tile above them. | ||
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*Drowning. | *Drowning. | ||
*Walking on an [[ocean]] wave. | *Walking on an [[ocean]] wave. | ||
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Notable ways that it is not gained include: | Notable ways that it is not gained include: | ||
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If an untrained or dabbling swimmer jumps into water, four things happen; they start drowning, they are stunned from the impact, they are forced into a prone position, and their movement speed is greatly reduced. The only way to get out of water is to use a [[ramp]] or [[stairway]], and if neither are accessible, they're done for. | If an untrained or dabbling swimmer jumps into water, four things happen; they start drowning, they are stunned from the impact, they are forced into a prone position, and their movement speed is greatly reduced. The only way to get out of water is to use a [[ramp]] or [[stairway]], and if neither are accessible, they're done for. | ||
− | A novice swimmer is able to safely get out of water without needing a ramp or stairway, but they will panic in [[Drowning|certain situations]]. Normal swimmers do not panic like novices do, so training to this level is highly recommended. | + | A novice swimmer is able to safely get out of water without needing a ramp or stairway, but they will panic in [[#Drowning|certain situations]]. Normal swimmers do not panic like novices do, so training to this level is highly recommended. |
In adventure mode, water preference can be switched between "when possible" and "necessary" by pressing {{k|m}}. | In adventure mode, water preference can be switched between "when possible" and "necessary" by pressing {{k|m}}. | ||
− | If knocked into a pond or stream in adventure mode, it is possible to escape using (alt) and a direction key to move carefully onto the shore | + | If knocked into a pond or stream in adventure mode, it is possible to escape using (alt) and a direction key to move carefully onto the shore. |
== Drowning == | == Drowning == | ||
− | If a creature is surrounded by a blue [[status icon]], they are drowning. If they cannot reach air soon, they will die. | + | If a creature is surrounded by a blue [[status icon]], they are drowning. If they cannot reach air soon, they will die in about a minute. |
Swimmers with a normal or above rank will simply be able to swim toward the nearest air supply. Swimmers of novice or below, however, will panic when they begin to drown, and will have to get out via ramp or stairway. | Swimmers with a normal or above rank will simply be able to swim toward the nearest air supply. Swimmers of novice or below, however, will panic when they begin to drown, and will have to get out via ramp or stairway. | ||
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== Swimming in Fortress Mode == | == Swimming in Fortress Mode == | ||
− | The specifics are unknown at this point. It is assumed that dwarves with a | + | The specifics are unknown at this point. It is assumed that dwarves with a normal rank or better will be able to swim up and to the surface. |
− | + | A movie of fortress mode dwarves swimming up and out of a water chamber: [http://mkv25.net/dfma/movie-280-dwarfswimming Movie] | |
− | + | ==Teaching your Dwarves to Swim== | |
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[[Image:dwarfswim.png|border|right]] | [[Image:dwarfswim.png|border|right]] | ||
For this, you'll need a [[waterfall]] - if you don't already have one, you can build one with a [[pump]]. | For this, you'll need a [[waterfall]] - if you don't already have one, you can build one with a [[pump]]. | ||
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The third level lets the water back into the river, post-waterfall. | The third level lets the water back into the river, post-waterfall. | ||
− | The real beauty of this setup is that it not only teaches your dwarves to swim{{verify}} | + | The real beauty of this setup is that it not only teaches your dwarves to swim,{{verify}} not only gives them a much needed wash,{{verify}} but will give them happy waterfall [[thoughts]], too!{{verify}} |
− | == | + | == Alternative Swimming Program == |
− | Build a large platform with drainage grates above a murky pool. Install pumps and pump water all over it. Then make it a barracks and get your dwarves to spar there. Your dwarves will gain swimming skill and be insulated against | + | Build a large platform with drainage grates above a murky pool. Install pumps and pump water all over it. Then make it a barracks and get your dwarves to spar there. Your dwarves will gain swimming skill and be insulated against cave adaptation as they spar. And you will have to pump one fewer level, in case you don't like using the powered-pump exploit. It's also a way to use up some relatively useless real estate (if you simply sparred in the outside, your dwarves would trample the grass.) I haven't actually tried this yet but it should work. |
− | + | == Swimming Pool Method == | |
Firstly, build a room to any size specification connected to a pump so that the room fills when the pump is activated. Connected to the same room, make a small tunnel with a ramp upwards at the end and a door somewhere in between. Draft the dwarves which you wish to train and station them inside of this room. Next, lock the door. Lastly, activate the pump, keeping a keen eye on the water level. The ideal water height is 4. However, if you would rather not monitor the water level by eye, you can always hook up a pressure plate to deactivate the pump (or the gear assembly connected to the windmill or waterwheel which powers said pump) at a water level of 4. The dwarves will casually sit there until they learn to swim. | Firstly, build a room to any size specification connected to a pump so that the room fills when the pump is activated. Connected to the same room, make a small tunnel with a ramp upwards at the end and a door somewhere in between. Draft the dwarves which you wish to train and station them inside of this room. Next, lock the door. Lastly, activate the pump, keeping a keen eye on the water level. The ideal water height is 4. However, if you would rather not monitor the water level by eye, you can always hook up a pressure plate to deactivate the pump (or the gear assembly connected to the windmill or waterwheel which powers said pump) at a water level of 4. The dwarves will casually sit there until they learn to swim. | ||
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{{Skills}} | {{Skills}} | ||
{{Water FAQ}} | {{Water FAQ}} | ||
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+ | [[Category: Skills]] |