: The primary data structure used to store both simple arrays and complex dictionaries of game objects.

: These scripts often use popular Lua GUI libraries (like Rayfield or Orion) to provide a toggleable menu, allowing users to enable or disable features during gameplay. The Role of Lua in Scripting

Lua is the engine behind these scripts because it is extremely efficient and uses a minimal set of keywords (only 21 reserved words). Key technical components that allow scripts like EtherealBETA.lua to function include: