Creating an Assist
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Changing the 3D model for an assist is the exact same process as a character mod. However, unlike character mods, you don't need to set up any hitboxes. For more information visit
Once you open the "AssistCharacter" actor you will see a few things; one of which is the "Set Spawn Location" event. Two variables should be connected to the event, both of which have their uses.
Assist Offset: The variable's value = the distance in front of the player. So a value of 250 will spawn the assist 250 units in front of the player. While a negative value will spawn the assist behind the player.
Relative Spawn: The player's current location + the variable's value.
Below the "Set Spawn Location" event you will find more blueprint nodes.
Here Is a Breakdown of What's Happening:
1. Begin Play - This is triggered once the assist is spawned.
3. Play Montage - Play an uppercut attack animation.
4. Check Hit Result (ASSIST) - Check to see if the assist character is in range of the enemy.
5. Inflict Damage -
Damage - An assist with a short recharge time should do 250. For a long recharge time, I recommend around 600.
Attack Type - This uses the enemy's hit map to find and play the most appropriate hit reaction animation.
Extra SFX - An extra sound effect that plays on hit confirmation.
6. Delay & End Assist - Wait .2 seconds after the uppercut animation is completed, lastly, the "End Assist" function is used to despawn the actor.
2. Delay - Wait .3 seconds so that the blue aura can dissipate.
