Sorting problem with layer object

[mobichan]

I am sorting by decreasing y using the layer object, but for some reason, I can't seem to get enemies to always sit behind another active. I have been forcing the enemy qualifier to always move behind the qualifier of the other object, but I get a flicker when the two object are on the same y. I've also tried to always move the object above the enemy, but that still isn't working. I can't use layers in this case.

Any ideas?

[Docilemouse]

So if I'm understanding correctly, you're sorting all of the objects using the layer object, and trying to set the enemies behind another qualifier at the same time.

I don't know if this will work, but try changing the order so that the layer object sorts everything, then set the enemies behind the other active. In my experience, the order of events is really important.

[mobichan]

That is exactly what I've done. Sadly, the enemies flicker when they go behind the object they are meant to be behind. I checked and the objects seem to flicker when they share the same y position. I added a condition that says:

+If y(qualifier.enemy) <= y(qualifier.object
- (layer object) move (qualifier.enemy) below (qualifier.object)

The flickering isn't going away. I really have no idea why this wouldn't sort.

[maVado]

please upload your file, either to the file section or to a free host so we can have a look.

[mobichan]

It's in the File Section here: http://www.clickteam.com/epicenter/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=137606&#Post137 606