A_CountdownArg

A_CountdownArg (int arg[, str targstate])

This function counts one of the actor's args down until it reaches 0 and then destroys it.

• arg: Which argument to decrement, using a zero-based index. The first argument is 0, the second is 1, etc. Only values in the 0–4 range are valid, any other will result in the function doing nothing.
• targstate: Which state to send the calling actor once the countdown is reached. (The Death state by default.) This only affects non-shootable, non-missile actors.

The method used to destroy the calling actor depends on its actor flags.

• If it has the MISSILE flag:

  When the countdown is reached, the missile explodes.

• Otherwise, if it has the SHOOTABLE flag:

  When the countdown is reached, the actor is dealt an amount of damage equal to its health property.

• In all other cases:

  The actor is placed in its Death state, or in targstate if one is provided.

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