# Game Talk

**URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=386

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## [Much poorer performance of ncurses experimental version compared to 0.A (solved)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/much-poorer-performance-of-ncurses-experimental-version-compared-to-0-a-solved/7767)

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**Author:** [@Wuzzy](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Wuzzy)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 8, 2014, 6:19am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/much-poorer-performance-of-ncurses-experimental-version-compared-to-0-a-solved/7767 "2014-11-08T06:19:32Z")

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Hi! For me the performance of the development stage (as of 9467b8c5daacfab7dd3dd6b13502b558a2ff1d87) compared to 0.A has dropped significantly. I am talking about the performance when in the game, moving around and stuf…

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## [Strap for weapon](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/strap-for-weapon/7775)

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**Author:** [@MarcoVGnG](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/MarcoVGnG)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 8, 2014, 4:42am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/strap-for-weapon/7775 "2014-11-08T04:42:00Z")

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hey survivalist ! i ve got two question: -i saw on leather belt description : “… you could use it to strap a pistol or something similary sized…”, anybody can explain to me how it work? I tried to activate the belt bu…

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## [SDL mode painfully slow when terminal size is large](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/sdl-mode-painfully-slow-when-terminal-size-is-large/5652)

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**Author:** [@Wuzzy](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Wuzzy)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 8, 2014, 4:24am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/sdl-mode-painfully-slow-when-terminal-size-is-large/5652 "2014-11-08T04:24:53Z")

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When I play C:DDA in SDL mode, it is awfully slow when lots of tiles are shown on the screen. The speed apparently goes down the more tiles are shown on the screen. When there are a few, it is a bit faster. It doesn’t …

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## [Proper usage of the fusion blaster arm](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/proper-usage-of-the-fusion-blaster-arm/7785)

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**Author:** [@eatdembeanz](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/eatdembeanz)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [November 8, 2014, 12:18am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/proper-usage-of-the-fusion-blaster-arm/7785 "2014-11-08T00:18:20Z")

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I’ve been trying to make myself into a cybernetic god, and decided to augment my arsenal with the Fusion Blaster Arm. It sounds like a great weapon; you always have a ranged weapon at your side, ammo is based off your po…

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## [Re: Tips, Tricks, and Newb Questions!](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/re-tips-tricks-and-newb-questions/7791)

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**Author:** [@TheCondor](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheCondor)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2014, 11:54pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/re-tips-tricks-and-newb-questions/7791 "2014-11-07T23:54:04Z")

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Do leather funnels not work or are they just very bad compared to makeshift or regular funnels, because I have had a leather funnel up for quite of few days of rain and have not gotten a single drop of water where I woul…

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## [Standing in a pool of blood, looming over my corpses...As myself](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/standing-in-a-pool-of-blood-looming-over-my-corpses-as-myself/7792)

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**Author:** [@DrNightmares](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/DrNightmares)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2014, 11:52pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/standing-in-a-pool-of-blood-looming-over-my-corpses-as-myself/7792 "2014-11-07T23:52:59Z")

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Stable V.71c0363 SDL Windows 8.1 I was messing around with the quick save function, I had it set to F1. Just moments before entering a firefight with a couple of NPCs going berserk, I quicksaved. I jumped out of cov…

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## [I cant sleep](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/i-cant-sleep/7789)

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**Author:** [@Teeplaysgames](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Teeplaysgames)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2014, 11:14pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/i-cant-sleep/7789 "2014-11-07T23:14:16Z")

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My character has been awake for about three days at this point. Ive got a bed, Ive got two sheets (no blankets), no pain, a bed, and cough syrup, but I still cant fall asleep. Ive also got accomplished sleeper and heavy…

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## [Vehicle roofs](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/vehicle-roofs/7796)

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**Author:** [@Daniel\_Rempel](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Daniel_Rempel)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2014, 11:00pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/vehicle-roofs/7796 "2014-11-07T23:00:29Z")

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Hi everyone! There are several different types of roofs in Cata but none of them are displayed and also it took me at least ten minutes of lurking in code to understand that this fearsome HMG on top of my humvee isn’t g…

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## [Rifle / shotgun straping](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/rifle-shotgun-straping/7780)

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**Author:** [@MarcoVGnG](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/MarcoVGnG)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2014, 8:23pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/rifle-shotgun-straping/7780 "2014-11-07T20:23:06Z")

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hello my favorite Dev / community :slight\_smile: i’ve a little suggestion concerning firearm: simply add strap to rifle and shotgun (long string / short rope and/or leather belt for example), this may allow to wear we…

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## [Mutational Arts](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mutational-arts/7641)

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**Author:** [@jokermatt999](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/jokermatt999)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2014, 6:33pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mutational-arts/7641 "2014-11-07T18:33:39Z")

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So I’m considering making a full list of martial arts for the post humans of Cataclysm. I’ve started work on one for the cephalopod line called tenta-fu (name WIP, suggestions welcome) and submitted a preliminary pull re…

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## [Goo addiction](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/goo-addiction/7462)

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**Author:** [@Catfoodbob](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Catfoodbob)\
**Replies:** 41\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2014, 6:11pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/goo-addiction/7462 "2014-11-07T18:11:38Z")

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Being able to be addicted to the strange goo substance in its purer form. and some additional things would be that you could be able to with some skill extract goo from tainted “watchamacallits” for more efficient use f…

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## [Small additionto the evac shelter](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/small-additionto-the-evac-shelter/7788)

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**Author:** [@Snaaty](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Snaaty)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2014, 9:11am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/small-additionto-the-evac-shelter/7788 "2014-11-07T09:11:57Z")

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Hello, in order to make random NPCs more viable I believe it is neccessary to have a piece of furniture available, in order to protect your stuff from thieves. Now, this had been discussed a couple of times, coming to t…

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## [Shelter Kits cannot be constructed without damaged shelter kits](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/shelter-kits-cannot-be-constructed-without-damaged-shelter-kits/2950)

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**Author:** [@TheGrifter](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheGrifter)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2014, 7:12am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/shelter-kits-cannot-be-constructed-without-damaged-shelter-kits/2950 "2014-11-07T07:12:59Z")

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This is sort of weird, eh? I mean, you can’t make your own without a previously broken one? You can’t jury rig a wood’s version of one for some reason. Seems like it would be pretty easy to fix in the recipes.

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## [Chemical Storage Tanks in Vehicles..?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/chemical-storage-tanks-in-vehicles/7778)

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**Author:** [@EkarusRyndren](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/EkarusRyndren)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2014, 4:02am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/chemical-storage-tanks-in-vehicles/7778 "2014-11-07T04:02:04Z")

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Is it as simple as throwing something in the JSON or would it just hold liquids (like Bleach and Ammonia) and not be able to use them? Be a bit easier to transport chemicals if I could store them in under-vehicle tanks r…

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## [(Atomic) Coffee overdose causes extreme overheating](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/atomic-coffee-overdose-causes-extreme-overheating/7784)

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**Author:** [@Coolthulhu](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Coolthulhu)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2014, 12:44am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/atomic-coffee-overdose-causes-extreme-overheating/7784 "2014-11-07T00:44:50Z")

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I noticed that my survivor was overheating regardless of clothing and weather, reaching scorching levels in the middle of a chilly night rain. At first I thought it’s just new temperature system being all wonky, but when…

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## [Phantom range throw](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/phantom-range-throw/7770)

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**Author:** [@system](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/system)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2014, 12:44am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/phantom-range-throw/7770 "2014-11-07T00:44:00Z")

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I have unarmed/melee lvl 9 and aikido as a style. The dodge throw really has some good range o0 I throw a zombie with an attack of mine. One tile away he stumbles around because of the stun. Suddenly he flies away one t…

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## [Help finding code for rags/leather patches (never mind, done)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/help-finding-code-for-rags-leather-patches-never-mind-done/7747)

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**Author:** [@TheFlame52](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheFlame52)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2014, 12:41am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/help-finding-code-for-rags-leather-patches-never-mind-done/7747 "2014-11-07T00:41:37Z")

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I’m trying to make wool items cuttable into wool patches. These can be disassembled into wool thread, which can be used as thread or with knitting needles to make other wool clothing. I want to find the code for leather …

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## [Grey forest tile in map view](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/grey-forest-tile-in-map-view/7783)

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**Author:** [@Teeplaysgames](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Teeplaysgames)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [November 6, 2014, 11:55pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/grey-forest-tile-in-map-view/7783 "2014-11-06T23:55:21Z")

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First post. Why is a single forest tile near me grey and not green. I explored it and didnt find anything unusual there. It only turned grey recently, as well.

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## [\[86b0547\] All-Consuming Mutant Abilities](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/86b0547-all-consuming-mutant-abilities/7771)

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**Author:** [@EkarusRyndren](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/EkarusRyndren)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [November 6, 2014, 11:40pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/86b0547-all-consuming-mutant-abilities/7771 "2014-11-06T23:40:34Z")

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So I turned on the “Thick Tail” ability, and attacked a moose. Next thing I know I’m dead, very dead. All in the same turn I died from Starvation, Sleep Deprivation, Dehydration, and Cold. It’s probably safe to say this…

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## [Nerfed vehicles - Armored vehicles get hit by shrubs](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/nerfed-vehicles-armored-vehicles-get-hit-by-shrubs/7774)

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**Author:** [@TaigaR](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TaigaR)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 6, 2014, 4:19pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/nerfed-vehicles-armored-vehicles-get-hit-by-shrubs/7774 "2014-11-06T16:19:50Z")

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Hello! I am very enjoyed weak vehicles - it is good that you cant drive through buildings and ram trees and etc. And thanksfull to coders for that. BUT! We all want realism, dont we? So why can i crash my armored car …

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## [Nerfing of handmade items](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/nerfing-of-handmade-items/7779)

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**Author:** [@tivasyk](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/tivasyk)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 6, 2014, 3:26pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/nerfing-of-handmade-items/7779 "2014-11-06T15:26:46Z")

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one again this is probably just another suggestion that would require a massive code overhaul and thus will be ignored but what the heck, it’s the suggestions subforum =D so: nerfing of handmade items (based on char’s f…

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## [CTD on getting within about 3 overmap tiles of mobile base](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/ctd-on-getting-within-about-3-overmap-tiles-of-mobile-base/7752)

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**Author:** [@baldamundo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/baldamundo)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 6, 2014, 12:23pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/ctd-on-getting-within-about-3-overmap-tiles-of-mobile-base/7752 "2014-11-06T12:23:35Z")

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I’m guessing I’ve, so to speak, breached my warranty by lots of save-scumming and updating versions on the same save, so I’m not expecting much help - mainly just posting in case it’s a more common issue that anyone else…

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## [Craft explosive slug with reloaded shotgun slug](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/craft-explosive-slug-with-reloaded-shotgun-slug/7776)

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**Author:** [@MarcoVGnG](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/MarcoVGnG)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 6, 2014, 9:09am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/craft-explosive-slug-with-reloaded-shotgun-slug/7776 "2014-11-06T09:09:05Z")

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Hi all, i don’t know if it’s a bug or a non-implementation but we can only craft explosive slug with shotgun slug and not with RELOADED shotgun slug. i’m not sure, but i remember that we could it was some month ago. C…

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## [Copper tubing in bullet recipes](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/copper-tubing-in-bullet-recipes/7735)

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**Author:** [@baldamundo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/baldamundo)\
**Replies:** 28\
**Last updated:** [November 6, 2014, 7:46am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/copper-tubing-in-bullet-recipes/7735 "2014-11-06T07:46:01Z")

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Is this working exactly as intended? Currently copper tubing seems to be a bit of an odd outlier in ammunition crafting. You don’t find that many of them around and they’re used in almost all powerful bullet recipes but…

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## [Zombies Do Not Break Down Doors 9467b8c](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/zombies-do-not-break-down-doors-9467b8c/7773)

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**Author:** [@system](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/system)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [November 6, 2014, 7:38am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/zombies-do-not-break-down-doors-9467b8c/7773 "2014-11-06T07:38:10Z")

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\[image\] after a thousand turns, tough zombie does not damage door, I halfway broke the door myself so it could get a look at me, the whump is me hitting the wall to give a reference to how much time has passed (note the…

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## [Difference Between Mundane Zombies Mod and Classic Zombies Setting?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/difference-between-mundane-zombies-mod-and-classic-zombies-setting/7769)

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**Author:** [@Lanceo90](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Lanceo90)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 6, 2014, 3:01am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/difference-between-mundane-zombies-mod-and-classic-zombies-setting/7769 "2014-11-06T03:01:05Z")

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As the title said, I’m just curious what the difference between the mundane zombie mod and classic zombies world setting is. Is it just that the mod avoids the “This disables certain buildings” that the classic zombies …

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## [Can't breakdown .50 cal ammo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-breakdown-50-cal-ammo/7772)

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**Author:** [@RipRoarinBoogerPenis](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/RipRoarinBoogerPenis)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2014, 9:57pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-breakdown-50-cal-ammo/7772 "2014-11-05T21:57:56Z")

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Wasn’t sure if this was a bug or something that was looked over. I can’t breakdown any .50 cal ammunition I find. Is this a bug or intentional? I’m on 2332

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## [A begginer's question on storage](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/a-begginers-question-on-storage/7727)

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**Author:** [@LordOfganza](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/LordOfganza)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2014, 4:09pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/a-begginers-question-on-storage/7727 "2014-11-05T16:09:03Z")

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Hey, everyone! I’m running the risk of sounding stupid here. Either because I might have missed something obvious or because I am looking for mechanics that don’t exist because they would be useless for survival in this…

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## [Spreadsheet Automation of JSON edits](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/spreadsheet-automation-of-json-edits/7694)

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**Author:** [@baldamundo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/baldamundo)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2014, 2:51pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/spreadsheet-automation-of-json-edits/7694 "2014-11-05T14:51:26Z")

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I was poking around in the JSONs, preparing to put together a PR of some new XL items, but basically because I’m extremely lazy, I thought to myself “surely there’s a quicker, easier way than doing all this tedious manua…

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## [Angry content](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/angry-content/7693)

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**Author:** [@Snaaty](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Snaaty)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2014, 1:27pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/angry-content/7693 "2014-11-05T13:27:21Z")

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Hello, this is just something that came to my mind and I assume has been discussed before, but here I go: Three different states of “rage”: “angry”, “enraged”, “berserk” as effects for players as well as animals, npc…

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