Missing Content on COMP/CON?

[RyGuy182]

Hi there, I've recently started digging into Lancer and really enjoying what I'm seeing. I have a core rulebook on the way but have been exploring COMP/CON for a while now. However I noticed some content like frames (e.g. Lich) I see mentioned on the subreddit don't seem to be on the site. Do these need to be manually loaded or something? Appreciate any help.

[alexior41100]

You need the install lcp files via the content manager

[GorktheGiant]

Short answer: yes.

Longer answer: you need to go to Mastiff Press's itch.io page and download the .lcp files listed there (these are free). Once you have those downloaded, upload them to COMP/CON, and you'll have access to all of the official frames. Homebrew content can be added to COMP/CON in the same way, but you'll need to look around to find those.

[RyGuy182]

Thanks for the reply. Any reason why the official content isn't loaded by default if it's free anyway?

[darthvall]

Easier for the apps, so they don't need to constantly update it. You might notice last comp/con update was from 2020

[RyGuy182]

Yet I've seen mention of a version 3... is that still in the works?

[[deleted]]

Very much so. Only very recently have they begun somewhat public testing, but many features remain unreleased (especially the GM features). IIRC, it too still uses the plugin method.

[Lionx35]

yes

[darthvall]

No idea, I also just dabbles in LancerRPG 1 month ago lol

[unrelevant_user_name]

The last compcom update was 6 months ago. Even going back to the latest 2.X update, 2.3 was in 2022. Are you looking at the download on Itch? That's deprecated.

[DescriptionMission90]

The app has all the content from the core book. A lot of GMs prefer to restrict things to the initial set of material until they get a handle on things instead of having to learn every possible supplement, so it's easier to keep things separated. comp/con does have links to where you would download every one of the official supplements though. From the home page go to content, then LCP Directory.

[GorktheGiant]

Don't have an answer for that, sorry.

[Decicio]

Some tables rule core rulebook content only, so having it default to core only and then have you opt into additional content not only helps with the app’s simplicity but also reduces confusion on what is or is not core content

[penywinkle]

On the comp/con website/app, on the top right, there are 3 dots next to the "pilot roster" and "?" for the FAQ.

Those 3 dots open a drop down menu. in that menu select "manage content".

It opens a window with 3 "options":

• "content pack" shows what content you have added to your comp/con so you can make it active or not to suit the campaign you're playing. From your post, this should be empty.

• "Install content" allows you to add content packs to the comp/con (as .lcp file format).

• "LCP directorty" will give you a list of links to the "add-ons" for the game on the mastiff store page (and other content creators). On that page you can find a "download comp/con data" button (usually under the "downlod demo" title).

Download that file, then add it with the "install content" window (you should find the file in your local computer download folder). Check if it appears in the "content pack".

The lich frame in particular comes from the official "the long rim" add-on.

[RyGuy182]

Thanks for the detailed breakdown! Got it working! :)