# Game Talk

**URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=379

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## [Weapon sights not working; build 0.B-2433](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/weapon-sights-not-working-build-0-b-2433/8056)

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**Author:** [@Alasnuyo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Alasnuyo)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 25, 2014, 10:08pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/weapon-sights-not-working-build-0-b-2433/8056 "2014-11-25T22:08:08Z")

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Did anyone notice that the weapon sight mods no longer confer any benefits at all?

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## [Unable To Disinfect Hands](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/unable-to-disinfect-hands/8054)

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**Author:** [@Wally-kun](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Wally-kun)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 25, 2014, 5:04pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/unable-to-disinfect-hands/8054 "2014-11-25T17:04:13Z")

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Simple as that. I have an option to use a first aid kit/whatever on the following: torso, head, left arm, right arm, left leg, right leg. And yet when I use the disinfectant on the corresponding limb to the aforementione…

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## [LMOE Shelter Fails to Generate](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/lmoe-shelter-fails-to-generate/8021)

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**Author:** [@Yukille](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Yukille)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [November 25, 2014, 4:15pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/lmoe-shelter-fails-to-generate/8021 "2014-11-25T16:15:40Z")

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Version: 0.B 673975b Type: SDL OS: Windows 7 Issue: When I attempt to start the game with the “Sheltered” scenario, the game returns the messages: "DEBUG: Could not find starting overmap terrain lmoe DEBUG: Could no…

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## [Mod adding a neckbeard profession](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mod-adding-a-neckbeard-profession/8027)

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**Author:** [@Kodiologist](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Kodiologist)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [November 25, 2014, 1:56pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mod-adding-a-neckbeard-profession/8027 "2014-11-25T13:56:55Z")

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The game already has many of the requisite items (trenchcoats, tippable fedoras, cannabis, Doritos, and Mountain Dew), so I figured a neckbeard profession would be a natural addition. Originally this was a pull request, …

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## [Where the hell am i?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/where-the-hell-am-i/8030)

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**Author:** [@Closet\_Pankin](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Closet_Pankin)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [November 25, 2014, 8:33am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/where-the-hell-am-i/8030 "2014-11-25T08:33:58Z")

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I got chased by a horde into a pawn shop basement which was a huge sewer system that expanded probably beyond the size of the town. This was in the system. What is this place? There were a lot of crates everywhere full o…

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## [Experimental Features: Zombie slave derail](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/experimental-features-zombie-slave-derail/6900)

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**Author:** [@Jarlaxle](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Jarlaxle)\
**Replies:** 198\
**Last updated:** [November 25, 2014, 3:22am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/experimental-features-zombie-slave-derail/6900 "2014-11-25T03:22:01Z")

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Stupid question for you. Is this included in version 3d47f9d?

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## [What is a centrifuge?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-is-a-centrifuge/8047)

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**Author:** [@Wally-kun](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Wally-kun)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [November 25, 2014, 3:02am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-is-a-centrifuge/8047 "2014-11-25T03:02:16Z")

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I know what a centrifuge is IRL, specifically one that you stick blood samples in. But apparently the game doesn’t, because I have seen fuck all for documentation on this stupid thing beyond rumors and bits and pieces la…

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## [So who put the Resident Evil movie reference in Cataclysm?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/so-who-put-the-resident-evil-movie-reference-in-cataclysm/7929)

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**Author:** [@Closet\_Pankin](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Closet_Pankin)\
**Replies:** 52\
**Last updated:** [November 25, 2014, 2:02am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/so-who-put-the-resident-evil-movie-reference-in-cataclysm/7929 "2014-11-25T02:02:07Z")

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Because when I saw it I was very happy. Seriously, the references and easter eggs in this game are amazing. \[spoiler\]\[image\]\[/spoiler\]

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## [New unit ideas](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-unit-ideas/8038)

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**Author:** [@gammaflux](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/gammaflux)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [November 25, 2014, 1:17am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-unit-ideas/8038 "2014-11-25T01:17:45Z")

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So I’ve been thinking about all the types of units we currently have in cataclysm, and I’ve come up with a few new creatures I think would be interesting. (hopefully) Skull Cap Zombies: Zombies that have grown a second …

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## [Batch crafting efficiency](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/batch-crafting-efficiency/8044)

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**Author:** [@system](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/system)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 25, 2014, 12:35am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/batch-crafting-efficiency/8044 "2014-11-25T00:35:35Z")

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Boiling 20 servings of spaghetti shouldn’t take significantly longer than one serving. When crafting batches, there really ought to be some serious efficiencies involved. It’s especially annoying with something like je…

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## [So,lets talk about using your bodyparts (Specially around your crouch)-NSFW](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/so-lets-talk-about-using-your-bodyparts-specially-around-your-crouch-nsfw/7983)

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**Author:** [@saviliana](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/saviliana)\
**Replies:** 103\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 10:31pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/so-lets-talk-about-using-your-bodyparts-specially-around-your-crouch-nsfw/7983 "2014-11-24T22:31:29Z")

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\[size=14pt\]THIS IS A TOPIC NOT SAFE FOR WORK, KEEP KIDS AND YOUR CO-WORKER/BOSS AWAY, STAT! \[/size\] So, CDDA is about a dark post-apocalyptic world, just like the good ol’fallout. And we do have difference sex both ma…

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## [V 1331ae4 Metabolic Interchange powers down](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/v-1331ae4-metabolic-interchange-powers-down/8041)

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**Author:** [@Taika](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Taika)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 8:03pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/v-1331ae4-metabolic-interchange-powers-down/8041 "2014-11-24T20:03:26Z")

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The Metabolic Interchange CBM seems to power down every few turns on its own. At first I thought unlike in previous versions it would not just stop working when you’re to hungry but just switch it off, but it is also hap…

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## [Weapon techniques?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/weapon-techniques/8031)

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**Author:** [@Maur](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Maur)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 8:00pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/weapon-techniques/8031 "2014-11-24T20:00:06Z")

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Like the block, precise strike, rapid strike. I found a rapier, which is great since ive been using spears so my piercing skill is very high. (dont, btw. a single skeleton could gib you) But, how do i use these techniq…

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## [Passive crafting](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/passive-crafting/8042)

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**Author:** [@SteelBlueWolf](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/SteelBlueWolf)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 7:21pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/passive-crafting/8042 "2014-11-24T19:21:31Z")

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Many crafting recipes (food especially) wouldn’t require you to be present while it completes. Take smoked meat as an example; you could set up the smoker and do something else for the hour it takes to finish. Would it b…

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## [NPC Refugee Suggestion Thread. AKA: N.R.S.T](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/npc-refugee-suggestion-thread-aka-n-r-s-t/8045)

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**Author:** [@TinHead](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TinHead)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 5:33pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/npc-refugee-suggestion-thread-aka-n-r-s-t/8045 "2014-11-24T17:33:53Z")

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Now, with the Refugee Bases added… It’s time for the N.R.S.T Project to kick in, because power to the people! List all of your ideas for the NPCs, The Base itself, Random NPCS, Bandit Camps, and generally anything to de…

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## [CBM: Electromagnetic Shield](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cbm-electromagnetic-shield/8043)

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**Author:** [@Miloch](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Miloch)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 4:49pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cbm-electromagnetic-shield/8043 "2014-11-24T16:49:56Z")

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The idea for this stems from this: http://metalgear.wikia.com/wiki/Fortune\_device Basically the device creates a intense electromagnetic field around the user and causes bullets to miss. This could be made more balanc…

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## [Armor system on Cars?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/armor-system-on-cars/8037)

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**Author:** [@EkarusRyndren](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/EkarusRyndren)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 4:27pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/armor-system-on-cars/8037 "2014-11-24T16:27:04Z")

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As I understand it, if you slap a tank in CDDA and do 1 damage to it, that 1 damage is applied, and in theory, you could smack that tank for a few hours and eventually knock the plating off the tank. The armor system, t…

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## [Tactical Bacon](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/tactical-bacon/7988)

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**Author:** [@Jakers](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Jakers)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 1:43pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/tactical-bacon/7988 "2014-11-24T13:43:10Z")

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It is what it says on the tin. Tactical bacon. For all those who don’t know. Tactical bacon is bacon… wait for it… \[size=12pt\]\[glow=red,2,300\]IN A CAN.\[/glow\]\[/size\] \[spoiler=Tactical Bacon\]\[image\]\[/spoiler\] It contai…

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## [Should fabricating a forge be possible without finding specific tools?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/should-fabricating-a-forge-be-possible-without-finding-specific-tools/8032)

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**Author:** [@Purplewisp](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Purplewisp)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 5:47am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/should-fabricating-a-forge-be-possible-without-finding-specific-tools/8032 "2014-11-24T05:47:53Z")

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For any kind of vehicle work, or advanced fabrication you need a hacksaw and maybe a hammer as well (to craft a forge). You can craft everything needed to craft a hacksaw with a (acetylene) torch and a hammer. You could …

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## [0xB: Walking on nothing](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/0xb-walking-on-nothing/8023)

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**Author:** [@EditorRUS](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/EditorRUS)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 3:58am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/0xb-walking-on-nothing/8023 "2014-11-24T03:58:50Z")

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If you have enough dexterity/dodge skill - you can effectively walk on the air. \[image\] Basically that’s just because ledges \<\> open air, but for some reason they are used for being open air. You can also stand on not…

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## [Eager for stealth to be added](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/eager-for-stealth-to-be-added/7994)

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**Author:** [@Nickal](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Nickal)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 3:31am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/eager-for-stealth-to-be-added/7994 "2014-11-24T03:31:12Z")

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Just post if you are or aren’t eager for stealth and why. Me, I’m eager because I want to hide in the woods and name my character Shia Labeouf.

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## [Random people yelling at me?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/random-people-yelling-at-me/7939)

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**Author:** [@Black\_OPs](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Black_OPs)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 2:50am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/random-people-yelling-at-me/7939 "2014-11-24T02:50:49Z")

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I’m just crafting and reading in my base on the utskirts of town and every once in a while when I craft or read someone yells at me " your gonna rot in hell! STOP READING!". Only NPC is like 8 map tiles away no way he ca…

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## [Nifty photo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/nifty-photo/7970)

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**Author:** [@KA101](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/KA101)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 1:50am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/nifty-photo/7970 "2014-11-24T01:50:19Z")

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Seen on the DDA reddit and an interesting take on the IT: \[image\]

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## [Smg turrets on the streets](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/smg-turrets-on-the-streets/8000)

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**Author:** [@rdx](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/rdx)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 1:33am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/smg-turrets-on-the-streets/8000 "2014-11-24T01:33:24Z")

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so apparently turrets in cities are a thing now, that doesnt make any sense, am i the only one having a feeling some things are just off i mean why on earth there would be turrets on city streets?

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## [Latest Experimental build 2417](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/latest-experimental-build-2417/8008)

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**Author:** [@Telkoth](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Telkoth)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 1:15am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/latest-experimental-build-2417/8008 "2014-11-24T01:15:18Z")

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Heat effects are applied twice. -31% In your speed penalties results in an overall speed of 38.

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## [Cant see the temperature](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-see-the-temperature/7935)

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**Author:** [@Deeleet](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Deeleet)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 1:10am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-see-the-temperature/7935 "2014-11-24T01:10:47Z")

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Im not sure if there was an update that made it so specific tools are required to determine temperature, but the number doesn’t show up on the sidebar for me anymore. I’ve tried new characters and updating versions with …

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## [Trait concepts!](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/trait-concepts/7959)

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**Author:** [@Closet\_Pankin](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Closet_Pankin)\
**Replies:** 42\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 12:32am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/trait-concepts/7959 "2014-11-24T00:32:25Z")

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I figured a thread for people to pitch their ideas for different traits would be pretty neat. Here’s a couple to get things going: Small hands - permanent +1 (or +2) to hand encumberment. Cameras do not remove this affe…

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## [Is there any way to holster/sling a rifle so it's strapped to your back?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-there-any-way-to-holster-sling-a-rifle-so-its-strapped-to-your-back/8025)

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**Author:** [@Closet\_Pankin](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Closet_Pankin)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 23, 2014, 11:16pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-there-any-way-to-holster-sling-a-rifle-so-its-strapped-to-your-back/8025 "2014-11-23T23:16:02Z")

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And if not, is there a mod that allows for it?

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## ["Old Guard" second mission](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/old-guard-second-mission/7926)

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**Author:** [@Blaze](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Blaze)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [November 23, 2014, 10:04pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/old-guard-second-mission/7926 "2014-11-23T22:04:23Z")

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So, I find the guy, get him to attack me, bash his face in, but the mission completion doesn’t trigger. Is there something I’m missing here?

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## [Keybinding Critical Error Stable Console Release](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/keybinding-critical-error-stable-console-release/8024)

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**Author:** [@system](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/system)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 23, 2014, 9:55pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/keybinding-critical-error-stable-console-release/8024 "2014-11-23T21:55:26Z")

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I’ve been playing around with the keybindings from various menus, and suddenly the interface is garbled irreversibly. Is there a way to restore default keybindings? I have no idea what I changed to cause this. Also, I’…

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