Question about instanceof

[Aziz]

I can dp

code:

boolean b = sword.getType() instanceof FireElement

but when I try

code:

WaterElement weakness = new WaterElement(); boolean b = sword.getType() instanceof weakness.getClass();

I get a 'illegal start of type' compiler error. Been working on this for a bit, any help would be appreciated.

[bugzpodder]

if i remember correctly, .getClass() method returns an object of Class Class. its kind of confusing, look up the API

[Aziz]

Yeah, it does, Class<E> or something-another. I figure out a different way to do what I want, however, and better IMO. Instead of comparing classes, I added an equals() method to Element and I can just compare them. However, I'd still like to figure this out, as it could have other uses. Thanks bugz

[rizzix]

code:

boolean b = sword instanceof FireElement