# Game Talk

**URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=186

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## [Is there any way to reload from crafting distance?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-there-any-way-to-reload-from-crafting-distance/16383)

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**Author:** [@TheKobold](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheKobold)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2018, 8:48pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-there-any-way-to-reload-from-crafting-distance/16383 "2018-08-30T20:48:10Z")

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Seems tedious to have to run to my charcoal and battery and thread cupboard just to reload a tool while I’m doing a lot of crafting. Reloading from crafting distance seems like a good easy fix, but the ideal fix in my m…

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## [Chopping wood and felling trees should be noisy work](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/chopping-wood-and-felling-trees-should-be-noisy-work/16431)

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**Author:** [@vlad\_1492](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/vlad_1492)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2018, 6:13pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/chopping-wood-and-felling-trees-should-be-noisy-work/16431 "2018-08-30T18:13:39Z")

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Ever chop down a tree with an axe? Not nearly as loud as a chainsaw, but you can hear it a literal mile off. And when a good-sized tree hits the ground you can hear it and even feel it through the ground a pretty good …

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## [Drying meat in winter](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/drying-meat-in-winter/16381)

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**Author:** [@Santos](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Santos)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2018, 1:55pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/drying-meat-in-winter/16381 "2018-08-30T13:55:24Z")

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Winter air is devoid of moisture(falls to the ground to form snow and ice) leaving the air dry. Bugs also don’t fair well in the cold. Many cultures in the world learned they could dry/dehydrate meat in the winter. This…

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## [Leather Tarp should also act as Tarpaulin](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/leather-tarp-should-also-act-as-tarpaulin/16395)

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**Author:** [@vlad\_1492](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/vlad_1492)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2018, 1:44pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/leather-tarp-should-also-act-as-tarpaulin/16395 "2018-08-30T13:44:47Z")

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For the shelter and raincatcher contruction items. Much easier to make a leather tarp than to find a space blanket or poncho. Well, at least at low scarcity it is.

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## [Hot weather clothing](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/hot-weather-clothing/16418)

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**Author:** [@vlad\_1492](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/vlad_1492)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2018, 11:34am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/hot-weather-clothing/16418 "2018-08-30T11:34:48Z")

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Right now we have ways to keep warm, but not cool. A loose cotton robe, a broad straw hat,etc can provide sun protection and relief in hot weather. Perhaps a tailoring modification to lower the warmth rating - adding v…

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## [How do I use rope on a long drop?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-i-use-rope-on-a-long-drop/16430)

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**Author:** [@secretfire](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/secretfire)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2018, 11:32am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-i-use-rope-on-a-long-drop/16430 "2018-08-30T11:32:53Z")

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I tried activating the long rope from the top. I tried dropping it. I tried jumping. I tried everything. What the heck do I do? Thanks!

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## [Area lighting options](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/area-lighting-options/16396)

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**Author:** [@Human\_Shield](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Human_Shield)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2018, 9:35am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/area-lighting-options/16396 "2018-08-30T09:35:55Z")

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## [Stats dropped and I dont know why](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/stats-dropped-and-i-dont-know-why/16427)

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**Author:** [@Androwski](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Androwski)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2018, 4:15am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/stats-dropped-and-i-dont-know-why/16427 "2018-08-30T04:15:40Z")

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I started with 10, 8, 10, 10. And Statsthroughskills has increased them. Strength was at 13 already. I only noticed it, when I tried to read a book and it was very slow. Debug console says, health is alright (at around…

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## [First time posting a crash log](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/first-time-posting-a-crash-log/16415)

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**Author:** [@Maverick](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Maverick)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 29, 2018, 2:41pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/first-time-posting-a-crash-log/16415 "2018-08-29T14:41:23Z")

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So I’ve been expanding an outpost with NPCs. I recently upgraded my farming area to the 3rd or 4th level when it started causing the game to lock up and just close. It was right after I brought someone back from planting…

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## [Sparring practice](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/sparring-practice/16420)

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**Author:** [@vlad\_1492](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/vlad_1492)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 29, 2018, 5:18am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/sparring-practice/16420 "2018-08-29T05:18:49Z")

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Initiate non-lethal combat with followers, work on skills.

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## [How time comsuming will it be to add classes to a scenario!](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-time-comsuming-will-it-be-to-add-classes-to-a-scenario/16416)

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**Author:** [@Demosthenes](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Demosthenes)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 29, 2018, 4:58am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-time-comsuming-will-it-be-to-add-classes-to-a-scenario/16416 "2018-08-29T04:58:44Z")

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I’ll preface by saying I plan on learning to code for this game and have plans for a sumo wrestler as well as late game events like an alien imvasion after 400 game days have past. But I don’t have time right now. I wo…

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## [New player needing guidance](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-player-needing-guidance/16317)

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**Author:** [@PhenomPhear](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/PhenomPhear)\
**Replies:** 25\
**Last updated:** [August 28, 2018, 10:38pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-player-needing-guidance/16317 "2018-08-28T22:38:41Z")

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So I’ve been playing a lot Cogmind, but, needed a break so I started playing CDDA. I initially tried using tiles but I found it very difficult to spot monsters and determine what the heck is going on so I switched to ASC…

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## [Radical Suggestion: Mutation and Playstyles](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/radical-suggestion-mutation-and-playstyles/16413)

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**Author:** [@secretfire](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/secretfire)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 28, 2018, 4:43pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/radical-suggestion-mutation-and-playstyles/16413 "2018-08-28T16:43:37Z")

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So, one of the eternal questions over mutation is ‘balance vs bionics’ and then all the details of the types of mutation/etc. But playing with the mutations as they stand in the latest experimental, after having avoided…

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## [Suggestion: additional info on time costs](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/suggestion-additional-info-on-time-costs/16406)

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**Author:** [@kuros](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/kuros)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 28, 2018, 12:43am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/suggestion-additional-info-on-time-costs/16406 "2018-08-28T00:43:02Z")

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It would be helpful if somewhere in the game itself there were clues as to how to reduce the time to engage in different constructions and crafts. Likewise, a way to see what is contributing to the current time estimate…

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## [Cannot defrost some liquids](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cannot-defrost-some-liquids/16304)

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**Author:** [@hydroplatypus](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/hydroplatypus)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 27, 2018, 8:59pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cannot-defrost-some-liquids/16304 "2018-08-27T20:59:25Z")

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I have a bunch of fruit juice in a 3L jar on the floor. It’s winter so it freezes. I try to defrost it with my pot, and it gives me the “You defrost the food” message. However the liquid is still frozen and undrinkable.…

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## [Question: Post-Thresholds and Meat](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/question-post-thresholds-and-meat/16401)

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**Author:** [@secretfire](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/secretfire)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 27, 2018, 8:57pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/question-post-thresholds-and-meat/16401 "2018-08-27T20:57:33Z")

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Question - do any of the post-threshold mutations give a preference for eating fresh, uncooked meat? I know Eater of the Dead lets you eat rotting corpses, but it would seem that certain thresholds (like Arachnid, Beast,…

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## [Help! Can't find brain blob in slime pit](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/help-cant-find-brain-blob-in-slime-pit/16375)

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**Author:** [@Duhuh123](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Duhuh123)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 27, 2018, 6:14pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/help-cant-find-brain-blob-in-slime-pit/16375 "2018-08-27T18:14:18Z")

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I went down a downward slope, and burn every slime. But I see no brain blob, even before I burn anything. Where is the brain blob??? The blobs are just very annoying. They are not dangerous. I have look all around the …

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## [Some thoughts on heat](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/some-thoughts-on-heat/16394)

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**Author:** [@vlad\_1492](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/vlad_1492)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 27, 2018, 5:57pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/some-thoughts-on-heat/16394 "2018-08-27T17:57:26Z")

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Some campers and RVs have wood-burning heaters. A freezer or fridge heats the environment it is in equal to the power it uses. My solar-powered cabin needs an electric space heater.

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## [Invisible Dinos](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/invisible-dinos/16391)

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**Author:** [@TheKobold](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheKobold)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 27, 2018, 2:02pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/invisible-dinos/16391 "2018-08-27T14:02:34Z")

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## [Reloading canteen error](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/reloading-canteen-error/16385)

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**Author:** [@TheKobold](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheKobold)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 27, 2018, 1:59pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/reloading-canteen-error/16385 "2018-08-27T13:59:19Z")

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## [Game crash after map error](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/game-crash-after-map-error/16393)

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**Author:** [@TheKobold](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheKobold)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 27, 2018, 6:10am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/game-crash-after-map-error/16393 "2018-08-27T06:10:50Z")

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Had a crash not long after a map error. I’m on 7775 Probably related to my issues earlier with having the more buildings mod and it being PRed.

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## [Book copying, Notes, Residual memory](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/book-copying-notes-residual-memory/16380)

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**Author:** [@Santos](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Santos)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 27, 2018, 5:49am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/book-copying-notes-residual-memory/16380 "2018-08-27T05:49:00Z")

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The ability of create another copy of a book to have in different bases rather than always carrying them. Ability to take selective notes: Most of the info or recipes in most books are dead weight, would be nice to just…

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## [Slime Springs Spawning Mechanics](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/slime-springs-spawning-mechanics/16389)

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**Author:** [@Orange01](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Orange01)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 27, 2018, 2:58am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/slime-springs-spawning-mechanics/16389 "2018-08-27T02:58:25Z")

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I love the ability to make these but its kind of annoying how it happens instead of reaching full/satiated. What do you think about still getting a warning message about this with a Y/N option that lets you know that whe…

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## [Dealing with locusts](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/dealing-with-locusts/16384)

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**Author:** [@Zeebie](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Zeebie)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 27, 2018, 12:12am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/dealing-with-locusts/16384 "2018-08-27T00:12:55Z")

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I’m playing for the first time in a while and I was surprised to see locusts ravaging my crops! Is there anything I can do to prevent or moderate them? Right now it seems like they appear right on the crops so fencing …

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## [Bugs i found in the past month](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bugs-i-found-in-the-past-month/16377)

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**Author:** [@latogato](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/latogato)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 26, 2018, 5:59pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bugs-i-found-in-the-past-month/16377 "2018-08-26T17:59:23Z")

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I update daily so i have no proper version numbers. Bug from the past month (from newest to oldest) There is an anomaly in one of the surface room of a lab. It send electric bolts periodicly. The problem is the bolts …

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## [What mods were mainlined in the last dozen PRs?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-mods-were-mainlined-in-the-last-dozen-prs/16374)

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**Author:** [@TheKobold](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheKobold)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 26, 2018, 4:58pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-mods-were-mainlined-in-the-last-dozen-prs/16374 "2018-08-26T16:58:26Z")

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Was it just “More Building” or did “Boats” and “More Locations” move over too?

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## [Breeding overload, Prisoner scenario, Eyebot rebalance, Acorn](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/breeding-overload-prisoner-scenario-eyebot-rebalance-acorn/16351)

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**Author:** [@Santos](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Santos)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [August 26, 2018, 4:24pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/breeding-overload-prisoner-scenario-eyebot-rebalance-acorn/16351 "2018-08-26T16:24:48Z")

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Breeding: So i keep getting massive groups of dogs forming massive groups around my base, they make easy prey and are a good resource but it makes the game too easy if you use the meat,pelts, and bones and annoying to cl…

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## [How to get a fluid via debug menu in a container?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-to-get-a-fluid-via-debug-menu-in-a-container/16378)

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**Author:** [@Androwski](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Androwski)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 26, 2018, 12:14pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-to-get-a-fluid-via-debug-menu-in-a-container/16378 "2018-08-26T12:14:01Z")

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There is the container option via \[f\] but I cant´figure it out.

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## [Disabling special attacks of monsters that needs a body part?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/disabling-special-attacks-of-monsters-that-needs-a-body-part/16365)

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**Author:** [@Axema](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Axema)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [August 26, 2018, 5:43am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/disabling-special-attacks-of-monsters-that-needs-a-body-part/16365 "2018-08-26T05:43:21Z")

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I’ve been thinking of it… Most monster attacks require a body part to use like arms, but cutting it will make abilities unusable till death. To make it clear, this is an example: "You cut off the zombie's left arm!" + "…

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## [Game woulodn't even load](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/game-woulodnt-even-load/16368)

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**Author:** [@TheKobold](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheKobold)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 26, 2018, 3:14am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/game-woulodnt-even-load/16368 "2018-08-26T03:14:17Z")

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I’m assuming from the error saying I had duplicates that its because I used the more buildings mod and it was just mainlined. If so how would i fix this if my save wasn’t completely corrupted?

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