TapTime

Changelog
All notable changes to TapTime will be documented in this file.

[1.0.0] - 2026-01-28
Added
Initial release of TapTime
Visual Life Tap alert system with progressive fade-in
Casts remaining counter overlay on icon
Exponential urgency ramping (barely visible at 5 casts → maximum urgency at 0 casts)
Rapid red pulse effect when critically low on mana (≤1 cast)
Combat-aware display (only shows in combat)
5-second post-combat linger time
Optimized 30 FPS update cycle for smooth animations
Clean, non-intrusive UI positioned right of character center
TBC Classic Anniversary compatibility (Interface 20505)
Features in Detail
Icon begins fading in at 5 Shadow Bolt casts remaining
Red overlay intensifies exponentially as mana drops
White number display shows exact casts remaining
Icon size: 42x42 pixels for minimal screen clutter
No configuration required for basic usage
Technical
Built with TBC-compatible APIs (UnitPower, no Animation API)
Manual mana cost configuration (SHADOW_BOLT_COST variable)
Event-driven updates for efficiency
OnUpdate loop for smooth visual effects
Roadmap
Planned for v1.1
Auto-detection of highest Shadow Bolt rank
Slash command for positioning
Optional sound alerts
Future Considerations
Support for other primary warlock spells
Dark Pact integration
Mana gem suggestions
Customizable thresholds via in-game UI
Profile support for different specs/playstyles