Plan a way through spikes that pop out on a timer, waiting where needed

A route that is shortest on the map is deadly when traps cycle on and off. Here is how a path can include waiting, why time has to be part of the search, and which two moments of a step must both be clear.

Why this works

When a danger comes and goes on a timer, a cell is not safe or unsafe by itself, only at a given moment. So the plan has to follow both where you stand and when, and waiting is just another step that costs a moment.

When not to use it

Don't plan ahead when the traps react to the player or run on random timing: the plan breaks the first time they differ. Then let the character watch the nearest danger and decide step by step.

In the full entry

• What to build, step by step
• Starting values and the reason for each
• 3 common mistakes and the fix
• 42 lines of example code with 5 checks that pass
• How your AI shows you that it works

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