I fucking did it (Patreon)

Not only did I solve the problem

But I discovered an ingenious way to get around the problem without needing to use overly clever things like ActorDots, STABCI, and skill_instant.

One bonus thing, however, is that I now know how to use those things, which means I get to get even more clever with my encounter designs going forward.

Good things happening.

Expect the little crimson bastards soon.