Onto the Seas! Resource

Onto the Seas! for FiveM

A guide to install Onto the Seas! for FiveM

📋 Table of Contents

🎯 Overview
🛒 Purchase Information
📺 Video Showcase
⚠️ Important Pre-Installation Notes
🔧 System Requirements & Compatibility
📦 Installation Process
⚙️ Configuration Setup
🎮 How It Works
🔗 Integration & Compatibility
🛠️ Troubleshooting
💡 Best Practices
🆘 Support

🎯 Overview

Onto the Seas is a script providing your server with features for any skipper to dream of in GTA FiveM! It’s sophisticated, realistic, tweakable and usable anywhere on the ocean. You can configure everything in this script to your liking.

Key Features

✅ Advanced Mooring System - Multiple configurable mooring lines
✅ Advanced Anchoring - Realistic anchoring with optional sound effects
✅ Advanced Depth Meter - Configurable and changeable depth measurement
✅ Ocean-Wide Compatibility - Usable anywhere on the ocean
✅ Language Support - Multi-language configuration
✅ Escrow Protection - Secure resource protection
✅ Lightweight & Steady - Optimized performance
✅ Standalone - Works independently without framework dependencies

🛒 Purchase Information

Get Onto the Seas!:

Purchase on Nights Software Store

📺 Video Showcase

Watch the video showcase:

Video Showcase

⚠️ Important Pre-Installation Notes

Critical Installation Order: Always follow this exact sequence to avoid parsing errors in the F8 console:

Download ZIP Package from CFX Portal

Unpack in a folder on your local machine

Set File Transfer Protocol (FTP) type to binary

Drag files from local machine to server resources folder

Add to server.cfg (ensure script)

Boot up the server

Support Policy: Follow this guide step by step. If you’re stuck, ask for support in our Discord and provide the specific step name. Do not skip steps.

🔧 System Requirements & Compatibility

Framework Compatibility

✅ Standalone: Works independently without any framework

OneSync Compatibility

✅ OneSync Legacy: Fully tested and compatible
✅ OneSync Infinity: Fully tested and compatible

Dependencies

✅ xSound - Optional dependency for sound effects
✅ Ace Permissions - For admin controls
✅ Discord Admin System - Alternative permission system

Note: Onto the Seas is designed to work with any FiveM server configuration and provides sophisticated maritime features.

📦 Installation Process

Step 1: Download Resource

Download this resource via CFX Portal Assets after purchasing.

Step 2: Install Resource

Extract the ZIP package to your local machine
Transfer files using binary FTP mode to your server’s resources folder
Ensure the folder is named night_onto_the_sea (do not rename)

Step 3: Server Configuration

Add the resource to your server.cfg:

ensure night_onto_the_sea

Step 4: Configure Settings

Open /config/config.lua in your preferred editor
Configure all settings to your liking
Test the resource functionality

⚙️ Configuration Setup

Required Tools

Visual Studio Code: We recommend downloading VS Code for editing Lua files.

Configuration Files

File	Purpose
`night_onto_the_sea/config/config.lua`	Main configuration settings
`night_onto_the_sea/client/c_functions.lua`	Client-side functions
`night_onto_the_sea/server/s_functions.lua`	Server-side functions

Configuration Process

Open VS Code and navigate to the config files
Read thoroughly - each line has explanatory comments
Configure settings - customize mooring, anchoring, and depth meter
Test frequently - use F8 console for error checking

Maritime Settings: Configure mooring lines, anchoring behavior, and depth meter display options.

🎮 How It Works

Advanced Mooring System

Multiple Lines - Configure multiple mooring lines for realistic boat docking
Configurable Settings - Adjust mooring behavior and line properties
Realistic Physics - Sophisticated mooring mechanics

Advanced Anchoring

Realistic Anchoring - Proper anchor deployment and retrieval
Sound Effects - Optional audio feedback for anchoring actions
Ocean-Wide - Works anywhere on the ocean

Advanced Depth Meter

Configurable Display - Customize depth meter appearance and behavior
Changeable Settings - Adjust measurement units and display options
Real-Time Data - Accurate depth readings

Maritime Features

Skipper Tools - Professional-grade maritime equipment
Ocean Navigation - Enhanced ocean-based gameplay
Realistic Behavior - Authentic maritime mechanics

🔗 Integration & Compatibility

Framework Support

Standalone - Works independently without framework dependencies

Permission Systems

Ace Permissions - Configure in natural_disasters/config/config.lua and natural_disasters/server/s_functions.lua
Discord Admin System - Alternative integration available at Discord Admin System

Sound Integration

xSound Support - Optional dependency for enhanced sound effects
Download xSound - Available at xSound GitHub

xSound Configuration: If using xSound, ensure dependency 'xsound' is in fxmanifest.lua. If not using xSound, comment it out with -- dependency 'xsound'

🛠️ Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Resource Not Starting

Ensure the resource is properly added to server.cfg

Check that the resource name is night_onto_the_sea

Verify the resource started without errors in console

Mooring/Anchoring Issues

Check F8 console for any error messages

Verify configuration settings in config.lua

Test with default settings first

Sound Effects Not Working

Ensure xSound is properly installed if using sound effects

Check xSound dependency in fxmanifest.lua

Verify sound files are in the correct location

Debugging Tips

Check F8 Console - Look for any error messages
Test Ocean Areas - Ensure you’re testing in ocean locations
Verify Configuration - Check all config settings are correct
Check Dependencies - Ensure xSound is properly configured if used

💡 Best Practices

Maritime Configuration

Mooring Lines - Configure appropriate number of lines for your server
Anchoring Behavior - Set realistic anchoring mechanics
Depth Meter - Configure display options for your community
Sound Effects - Enable/disable based on server preferences

Performance Optimization

Lightweight Design - Resource is optimized for performance
Ocean Areas - Test in appropriate maritime locations
Configuration Testing - Test settings before going live
Dependency Management - Only enable xSound if needed

User Experience

Clear Instructions - Provide users with maritime operation guidelines
Realistic Behavior - Configure for authentic maritime experience
Accessibility - Ensure features are easy to use
Documentation - Create server-specific maritime guides

🆘 Support

Read through the instructions again if you have not managed to install the resource. Can’t get it to work still? Create a ticket through our dedicated support system in Discord:

Nights Software Discord