Instant Actions
v1.0
InstantAction.cs can be used for any Action that does something instantly — not over time. In general, if something can happen over time, then it should inherit from either ActionOverTime.cs or ActionOverTimeWithBaseValues.cs.
InstantAction is used for actions that complete immediately in a single frame. It does not run over time and does not require restart bookkeeping.
What to override
ExecuteInternal()
✅ Yes (required)
Perform the instant effect
This is where the action’s logic lives
CanExecute()
⭕ Optional
Validate state before execution
Return false to prevent execution
GetTargets() / Target interface methods
⭕ Optional
If the action operates on targets
Use standard target selection helpers
OnActionStart()
❌ No
—
Not used for InstantActions
OnRestart()
❌ No
—
InstantActions do not restart
OnCleanupExecution()
❌ No
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Nothing to clean up; execution ends immediately
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