Dynamic Battle Cameras
- Automatic camera positioning during battles
- Smooth transitions between camera angles
- Intelligent framing of Pokemon and trainers
- Event-responsive camera reactions
Introduction to Witness
Introduction to Witness
Section titled “Introduction to Witness”Witness adds dynamic cinematic camera angles for Cobblemon battles, transforming them into spectator-worthy events with intelligent camera movements.
What is Witness?
Section titled “What is Witness?”Witness is a battle camera system that automatically positions the camera during Pokemon battles to create cinematic viewing experiences. It responds to battle events like move usage and damage to showcase the action.
Key Features
Section titled “Key Features”Camera Sequences
- Pre-configured camera paths for different moves
- Orbital camera movements around Pokemon
- Custom sequences for special battle moments
- Support for different battle formats
ML-Enhanced Cameras
Optional
- Learns player viewing preferences over time
- Adapts camera angles based on feedback
- Personalizes the experience per player
- Can be disabled in configuration
Player Protection
- Prevents damage during cinematic sequences
- Manages hunger/health during camera mode
- Clean state restoration after sequences
- Inventory protection
How It Works
Section titled “How It Works”- Battle Start: Camera system activates when a battle begins
- Event Detection: System monitors battle events (moves, damage, etc.)
- Camera Response: Appropriate camera angle or sequence plays
- Player Safety: Player is protected from interference during cinematics
- Return: Camera returns control after battle ends
Use Cases
Section titled “Use Cases”Tournament Spectating
Professional camera work for competitive battles
Content Creation
Cinematic battles for videos and streams
Immersive Gameplay
Enhanced battle experience for players
Server Events
Special camera sequences for showcase battles
Commands
Section titled “Commands”Admin Commands OP Level 2
Section titled “Admin Commands ”/cinematicbattle- Manual camera controls/witness reload- Reload configuration
Configuration
Section titled “Configuration”Configuration file location: config/witness/config.json
Options include:
- Enable/disable cinematic cameras
- ML system toggle
- Player protection settings
- Camera sequence configuration
Getting Started
Section titled “Getting Started”- Install Witness on your server
- Configure camera settings
- Battles will automatically trigger cinematic cameras
- (Optional) Enable ML system for adaptive cameras
Next Steps
Section titled “Next Steps” Installation Guide Get Witness running on your server
Configuration Configure camera settings and sequences
Camera Sequences Create custom camera sequences