parent_type::builtin isn't constant unless builtin is redefined in the code

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ID:2878909

Jul 11 2023, 10:45 am

Kaiochao

Resolved

When the :: operator was used with a built-in var that hadn't been overridden (e.g., parent_type::appearance_flags), it didn't compile as a constant value. This has been corrected wherever feasible.

BYOND Version:	515.1608
Operating System:	Windows 11 Home 64-bit
Web Browser:	Chrome 114.0.0.0
Applies to:	Dream Daemon

Status:

Resolved (515.1609)

This issue has been resolved.

// compile error: expected a constant expression
mob/player/appearance_flags = parent_type::appearance_flags | LONG_GLIDE

// compiles
mob/appearance_flags = 0
mob/player/appearance_flags = parent_type::appearance_flags | LONG_GLIDE

It would be nice if we didn't have to redefine built-ins to use the double colon.

Jul 13 2023, 1:37 pm
Lummox JR	Lummox JR resolved issue with message: When the :: operator was used with a built-in var that hadn't been overridden (e.g., parent_type::appearance_flags), it didn't compile as a constant value. This has been corrected wherever feasible.