User blog:Xelistren/How to build a rope ladder.

How to build a ladder



 * 1) select your ladder rungs any post or scaled block will work. you just have to be able to have it at 1 up by the scale tool.
 * 2) place the posts/scaled blocks 1 block apart from the previous rung.
 * 3) add posts or other materials to the side as desired.

This will allow climbing up the ladder to reach any point you need to reach to.

How to build a rope ladder

 * 1) first place a support block that is able to hold at least 2 posts across and as long as you need it to be.
 * 2) along the center place down posts following the steps for a regular ladder. (no anchor)
 * 3) pair the rungs off by placing posts at the end to form your basic links.
 * 4) take hinges and attach them on the links inline with every rung (should be 4 on all but the last rung)
 * 5) place a post from hinge to hinge to connect the links.

With it all connected you now have a ladder that will be able to be rolled up or if needed just dangling so that you can save your unfortunate friends who have lost their ships.

How to reel in a rope ladder.
there are 2 ways to reel in a rope ladder.

Manual - Attach the first link to a set of bars that require manual effort to retract the ladder.

Automatic - Attach tires to the first link and place a switch. remember to have room for the link couplings.

Conclusion
Based on your need there will be a ladder design that can be used. With enough grit and effort you can be saving your buddies from losing just because their ship hit a stage that could destroy their boat.