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=== sysVectorPolarOffset ===

See [[http://xelerus.de/index.php?s=functions&function=276|sysVectorPolarOffset at Xelerus]]

^ Syntax | (sysVectorPolarOffset vector number number) -> vector |
^ Arguments | vector: The origin of the new vector. Same as the systems origin if Nil. |
^ | number: The angle of the vector from 0 to 360. 0 is to the right. |
^ | number: The length of the vector in light seconds. |
^ Returns | vector: A new vector based on the origin and polar coordinates given. |
^ Category | [[system functions|system]], [[vector operator functions|vector operator]] |
^ Description | Makes a vector from the given origin and polar coordinates. |

Essential if you want to use vectors of a certain length or direction.

=== Example ===

<code lisp>(sysVectorPolarOffset gplayership 0 10)</code>

Returns a vector that points to a position 10 light seconds to the right of the player.

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