How do I stop an NPC following me around the cell

[the-manta]

I have this problem whenever I try to create a public place of any sort. It's fine with shops- it makes sense, and makes it harder for the player to steal things, but in my current project (an inn), it really messes everything up, especially as the cell is so large. Basically, what happens is that as soon as I enter the cell, the NPCs inside depart from their usual schedule to follow me around. The cell is set to be owned by a "residents faction" which the player will be added to so that they can take food etc. from the lobby. All the NPCs in the cell are in that faction. I have checked the "public space" box in the cell details. Is there anything I can do?

[InsanitySorrow]

On your AI Packages do you have "Continue If PC Near" checked?, This is known to cause errors, even the one you're experiencing

[the-manta]

Yes, should I uncheck it?

[InsanitySorrow]

Uncheck it and then go in-game and see if the issue persists , It should be gone

[the-manta]

Thanks IS, I'll check it out shortly.

EDIT: it works perfectly, (which is more than can be said for the rest of the mod ) thanks IS!

Edited August 14, 2010 by the-manta

[ZuTheSkunk]

On your AI Packages do you have "Continue If PC Near" checked?, This is known to cause errors, even the one you're experiencing

Since I have an opportunity to ask, does this flag can be used in any other way than for merchant who wants to close the shop?

[DarkRider]

Since I have an opportunity to ask, does this flag can be used in any other way than for merchant who wants to close the shop?

Nope, it's just meant to make sure the merchants don't lock the doors and go to bed if the PC is in their shop.