# Game Talk

**URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=202

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## [Fire spread and bad loot](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fire-spread-and-bad-loot/15274)

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**Author:** [@TheMurderUnicorn](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheMurderUnicorn)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [April 23, 2018, 2:10pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fire-spread-and-bad-loot/15274 "2018-04-23T14:10:59Z")

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I was recently clearing out a megastore, as I’d never explored one before, and it was taking a long time so I killed some animals and set about cooking the meat. I set a shrub on fire, about three tiles from the buildin…

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## [The "Get 1,000 Liters of Storage and then fill it" Challenge](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-get-1-000-liters-of-storage-and-then-fill-it-challenge/15315)

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**Author:** [@psyxypher](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/psyxypher)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [April 23, 2018, 12:15am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-get-1-000-liters-of-storage-and-then-fill-it-challenge/15315 "2018-04-23T00:15:27Z")

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I’ve raised my concerns with this in “The New Gods” thread that the challenge might need to be changed because it’s impossible for people who lack Packmule, but because FurryDegenerate hasn’t gotten back to me yet and th…

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## [What files do I need to backup if I want to keep my settings and curent run/save but reinstall the launcher after reformatting and reinstalling Win on my PC?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-files-do-i-need-to-backup-if-i-want-to-keep-my-settings-and-curent-run-save-but-reinstall-the-launcher-after-reformatting-and-reinstalling-win-on-my-pc/15318)

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**Author:** [@NuG](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/NuG)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 22, 2018, 9:52pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-files-do-i-need-to-backup-if-i-want-to-keep-my-settings-and-curent-run-save-but-reinstall-the-launcher-after-reformatting-and-reinstalling-win-on-my-pc/15318 "2018-04-22T21:52:47Z")

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Hope this is the correct category for this, but I just reinstalled windows and added an SSD and reformatted my HDD. I made a backup of CDDA on an external hard drive. Can I just copy and paste the entire thing back onto …

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## [Accessible gaming](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/accessible-gaming/15317)

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**Author:** [@darktoes](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/darktoes)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 22, 2018, 9:30pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/accessible-gaming/15317 "2018-04-22T21:30:43Z")

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Sorry but… how would blind people play this exactly? I’m genuinely curious.

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## [Build 7334: can't load save (it was my mistake) + some other bugs](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/build-7334-cant-load-save-it-was-my-mistake-some-other-bugs/15313)

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**Author:** [@latogato](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/latogato)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 22, 2018, 6:24am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/build-7334-cant-load-save-it-was-my-mistake-some-other-bugs/15313 "2018-04-22T06:24:38Z")

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Build 7334: can’t load save on Win7 x86\_64. Summaryget the following error message: Fail to read from “./save/Final/#Sm9l.sav”: opening file failed My save is from build 7297, but i don’t think this casuse the problem…

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## [Making clothing filthy through the debug menu (or spawning filthy clothes)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/making-clothing-filthy-through-the-debug-menu-or-spawning-filthy-clothes/15306)

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**Author:** [@DanielPBak](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/DanielPBak)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [April 20, 2018, 7:17pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/making-clothing-filthy-through-the-debug-menu-or-spawning-filthy-clothes/15306 "2018-04-20T19:17:07Z")

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I am trying to implement a feature regarding filthy clothing. I’m not aware of a way to spawn filthy clothing, so I’ve just been spawning zombies, killing them, and then testing on their clothing. pretty dumb. It also ma…

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## [Random Additions](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/random-additions/15294)

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**Author:** [@Snow](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Snow)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 5:05am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/random-additions/15294 "2018-04-19T05:05:27Z")

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This mod is random additions I’ve added to the game when the idea comes to me. The additions being completely random gives this mod an interesting bit of realistic style but rather silly pleasure. An example would be “L…

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## [Armored Fursuit](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/armored-fursuit/15297)

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**Author:** [@Straume21](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Straume21)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 10:23am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/armored-fursuit/15297 "2018-04-19T10:23:52Z")

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Adds a pretty solid armor that’s warm and has good protection, like the survivor armor, but made with a wolf costume instead. https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/252368751016542218/436402322537447446/afursuit.zip

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## [Macho Mustache, the Macho Trait](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/macho-mustache-the-macho-trait/15298)

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**Author:** [@Rod99](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Rod99)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 6:08am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/macho-mustache-the-macho-trait/15298 "2018-04-19T06:08:30Z")

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Adds an ultimate mustache, for the low price of one point. https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/390263182049935361/436407306536747009/Macho\_Mustache.zip

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## [Is it possible to have something like the coilgun but doesn’t run on ups](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-it-possible-to-have-something-like-the-coilgun-but-doesn-t-run-on-ups/14641)

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**Author:** [@DeWolf](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/DeWolf)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2018, 11:38pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-it-possible-to-have-something-like-the-coilgun-but-doesn-t-run-on-ups/14641 "2018-04-18T23:38:34Z")

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More specifically can I get a weapon to use a solid ammo and a liquid “battery”. Idea I had for making an alcohol powered gun for a mod. Would also allow the possibility for guns powered by other things.

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## [Latest experimental too cold, freezing with warm clothes](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/latest-experimental-too-cold-freezing-with-warm-clothes/15260)

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**Author:** [@dissociativity](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/dissociativity)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2018, 2:23pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/latest-experimental-too-cold-freezing-with-warm-clothes/15260 "2018-04-18T14:23:13Z")

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Day 1, maybe day 2 I’m consistently finding my character excessively cold and literally getting injured by frostnip or even frostbite before I’m able to craft clothes to counter it. Steps to reproduce: Create a new com…

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## [Implementing batch cleaning with washboard - help me!](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/implementing-batch-cleaning-with-washboard-help-me/15279)

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**Author:** [@DanielPBak](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/DanielPBak)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2018, 11:44pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/implementing-batch-cleaning-with-washboard-help-me/15279 "2018-04-17T23:44:58Z")

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I’ve decided to finally getting around to implementing https://github.com/CleverRaven/Cataclysm-DDA/issues/22776 Can anyone give me advice on how the UI works? Is there a framework or something that we use? If someone …

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## [Monster Modding Questions](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/monster-modding-questions/15280)

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**Author:** [@Anderson1711](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Anderson1711)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2018, 8:22pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/monster-modding-questions/15280 "2018-04-17T20:22:13Z")

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Could I possibly have multiple gun type special attacks? Possibly an akimbo enemy or a multi-weapon turret? What about explosives? Could monsters potentially throw grenades or molotovs? How would I go about these? Fur…

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## [How do I make a monster who shoots guns?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-i-make-a-monster-who-shoots-guns/14557)

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**Author:** [@Pakislav](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Pakislav)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2018, 2:23pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-i-make-a-monster-who-shoots-guns/14557 "2018-04-17T14:23:20Z")

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I’ve copied the special attack from military laser turret to my monster json definition, but during testing they run up to me and start scratching instead of shooting. Unrelated; How to make a “turret” monster, eg. so t…

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## [Crashing when removing worn clothes from an NPC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/crashing-when-removing-worn-clothes-from-an-npc/15256)

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**Author:** [@DaWhatTheFox](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/DaWhatTheFox)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2018, 12:12pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/crashing-when-removing-worn-clothes-from-an-npc/15256 "2018-04-16T12:12:20Z")

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I am 80% sure this is caused by a mod, mostly since it started happening recently-ish after I installed Ascension (although things worked fine until a certain update), and after a couple of days and some updates the game…

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## [Only the character square is visible. Very dark lighting everywhere](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/only-the-character-square-is-visible-very-dark-lighting-everywhere/15277)

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**Author:** [@Chewbacon](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Chewbacon)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2018, 11:08am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/only-the-character-square-is-visible-very-dark-lighting-everywhere/15277 "2018-04-16T11:08:48Z")

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I was in my base. I disassembled a dresser. I used the advanced inventory to move the dresser materials out of the way. When I closed the advanced inventory menu, the only thing visble on the player map (not the overmap)…

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## [I wanna become a cyberman!](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/i-wanna-become-a-cyberman/14762)

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**Author:** [@redxlaser15](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/redxlaser15)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2018, 6:23am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/i-wanna-become-a-cyberman/14762 "2018-04-16T06:23:29Z")

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Where there is a bunch of bionics in the game, as far as I know you can’t be 90% metal, with only your brain still human. I desire to be a terrifying robot with laser guns from my hands, rocket feet, fire resistance (I’m…

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## [Parenteral Nutrient Bioreactor CBM](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/parenteral-nutrient-bioreactor-cbm/15275)

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**Author:** [@Oxidas](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Oxidas)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2018, 5:54pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/parenteral-nutrient-bioreactor-cbm/15275 "2018-04-14T17:54:52Z")

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“An internal bioreactor that breeds and processes protein-complete microorganisms, delivering the nutrients to the bloodstream, reducing the rate of hunger while active.” Basically a bionic version of the same Light Eat…

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## [Can't play the game](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-play-the-game/15269)

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**Author:** [@teoleo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/teoleo)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2018, 3:30am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-play-the-game/15269 "2018-04-14T03:30:07Z")

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download the game, with cdda launcher, after several time, and the game load, but on the menu the key don’t respond: i press right and the menu go left or “enter”…and several time crash… i can’t play

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## [Where can you find water purifiers?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/where-can-you-find-water-purifiers/15258)

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**Author:** [@SmSkdm](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/SmSkdm)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2018, 5:40am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/where-can-you-find-water-purifiers/15258 "2018-04-13T05:40:58Z")

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I’m trying to make a FOOD CO kitchen buddy, and I cant seem to find a water purifier. Any idea on where to find one/learn recipe?

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## [The Refugee Center](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-refugee-center/15262)

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**Author:** [@Bence](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bence)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2018, 12:50pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-refugee-center/15262 "2018-04-12T12:50:06Z")

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Is It in a mod? How rare is It?

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## [Ants and stuff. Also, game Map. Also, WorldGen](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/ants-and-stuff-also-game-map-also-worldgen/15261)

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**Author:** [@Rose](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Rose)\
**Replies:** 54\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2018, 6:49am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/ants-and-stuff-also-game-map-also-worldgen/15261 "2018-04-12T06:49:04Z")

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So, ants. What’s the point in all those ant hills? I’ve killed hundreds of those pests around the hill and hundreds more inside, and all I’ve got as a reward is a single Ant Egg, aside from meat and stuff. Though I’m not…

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## [Please Fix Boats (or help me figure out how to fix boats)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/please-fix-boats-or-help-me-figure-out-how-to-fix-boats/15266)

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**Author:** [@Straume21](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Straume21)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 11, 2018, 6:43pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/please-fix-boats-or-help-me-figure-out-how-to-fix-boats/15266 "2018-04-11T18:43:44Z")

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Boat boards disable wheels. When a vehicle has boat boards attached, it is anchored into the ground and will not move even when you smash it with a semi truck going 200 mph. How can we make it so that boat boards will a…

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## [Re: Mining Mod bug](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/re-mining-mod-bug/15263)

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**Author:** [@BorkBorkGoesTheCode](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/BorkBorkGoesTheCode)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 11, 2018, 6:18am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/re-mining-mod-bug/15263 "2018-04-11T06:18:18Z")

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Continuing the discussion from (EXP 7300) - Mutation encumbrance is broken: @Rose Mining Mod is affected by a general flaw in size 0 worlds:

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## [Use for thousands of Withered Plants?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/use-for-thousands-of-withered-plants/15253)

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**Author:** [@psyxypher](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/psyxypher)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2018, 10:49pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/use-for-thousands-of-withered-plants/15253 "2018-04-10T22:49:25Z")

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I have thousands of Withered Plants from farming, and I was wondering what I could do with them. I can’t turn them into Tar, so I’m not sure how to use them from concentrated cyborg power. Any other good use for them?

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## [Tiles visual bug](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/tiles-visual-bug/15252)

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**Author:** [@MrDerr](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/MrDerr)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2018, 9:19pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/tiles-visual-bug/15252 "2018-04-10T21:19:35Z")

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I’m seeing these white lines around tiles when I zoom in. Using the latest experimental. \[image\] Tried different terminal heights/widths/fullscreen/borderless, you name it. It seems to pervade through all settings. Co…

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## [(EXP 7300) - Mutation encumbrance is broken](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/exp-7300-mutation-encumbrance-is-broken/15041)

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**Author:** [@techincal](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/techincal)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2018, 8:59pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/exp-7300-mutation-encumbrance-is-broken/15041 "2018-04-10T20:59:46Z")

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It seems mutation encumbrance by encumbrance\_always is totally broke (no effect in character screen). This is with experimental 7300 vanilla, no mods. Right now the biggest problem with the game however are the abysmal…

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## [Is there something wrong about the ammo belt?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-there-something-wrong-about-the-ammo-belt/15257)

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**Author:** [@vipches](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/vipches)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2018, 2:50am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-there-something-wrong-about-the-ammo-belt/15257 "2018-04-10T02:50:16Z")

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So, today, I’m driveing a car on the forest, and found a dead soldier squad, after dealing the grenadier, I was trying to unload the ammo belt from M240 to get extra bullets, but then, somewhere came out some kind a mo…

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## [Home Exercise Bike / Lab?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/home-exercise-bike-lab/15250)

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**Author:** [@kuros](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/kuros)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 9, 2018, 8:05pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/home-exercise-bike-lab/15250 "2018-04-09T20:05:48Z")

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Figured I would ask about the basics before spending the multiple days in game trying to test build this idea. I’ve got an NPC and a fairly secure location surrounded by an unusual number of motorcycles, bikes, electric…

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## [Anyone able to help an idiot out?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/anyone-able-to-help-an-idiot-out/15249)

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**Author:** [@nightowl125](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/nightowl125)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 9, 2018, 3:26pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/anyone-able-to-help-an-idiot-out/15249 "2018-04-09T15:26:57Z")

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\[error\] i have no idea what is causing this error. Could it be caused by a mod not having the brazier change correctly implemented? Really sorry if this has been answered before but i’m kinda going crazy over here cause…

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