# Game Talk

**URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=40

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## [Got problem when create a new starting location](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/got-problem-when-create-a-new-starting-location/26812)

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**Author:** [@CK\_Rainbow](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/CK_Rainbow)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2021, 2:29pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/got-problem-when-create-a-new-starting-location/26812 "2021-08-08T14:29:13Z")

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I created a map with all wall around and a metal bar door (locked), but when I set the starting location at this map, the player will always be spawn at another map. After I leave a block of wall empty or add a common do…

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## [New game starting error](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-game-starting-error/26803)

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**Author:** [@S\_Gray](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/S_Gray)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2021, 3:36pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-game-starting-error/26803 "2021-08-06T15:36:13Z")

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DEBUG : Error: Json error: data/json/recipes/basecamps/fbmc\_fire\_lookout\_tower/recipe\_modular\_fire\_lookout\_tower\_migo\_resin.json:EOF: expected object or array FUNCTION : bool main\_menu::new\_character\_tab() FILE …

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## [Tainted tallow inconsistency?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/tainted-tallow-inconsistency/26800)

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**Author:** [@Maan](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Maan)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2021, 12:57pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/tainted-tallow-inconsistency/26800 "2021-08-06T12:57:33Z")

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I just noticed this: every kind of tallow you can make follow the same pattern (tallow, human tallow, mutant tallow, mutant humanoid tallow, demihuman tallow); that is, 3 chunks of fat that yeld 12 portions of tallow. E…

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## [Through the wall with pickaxe makes a pit? Pit makes hurt](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/through-the-wall-with-pickaxe-makes-a-pit-pit-makes-hurt/26793)

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**Author:** [@do99z](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/do99z)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2021, 1:46am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/through-the-wall-with-pickaxe-makes-a-pit-pit-makes-hurt/26793 "2021-08-06T01:46:46Z")

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pickaxe+concrete wall = rebar cage rebar cage = easy to break = deep pit = fall in pit and tear yourself a new one ??? Playing experimental 2021-07-17-0943 (update from 2 weeks ago): I was trying to get into the lab w…

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## [Is there any way to fast forward the game, e.g. how long it takes to craft/read?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-there-any-way-to-fast-forward-the-game-e-g-how-long-it-takes-to-craft-read/26448)

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**Author:** [@Bio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bio)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [August 5, 2021, 11:38am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-there-any-way-to-fast-forward-the-game-e-g-how-long-it-takes-to-craft-read/26448 "2021-08-05T11:38:43Z")

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Is there any way to fast forward time in the game like how zomboid can “fast forward” reading a book or how some people turn on speed hacks for walking simulator games like onward? I can understand not wanting to cheese…

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## [Change map icon for infested radio towers?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/change-map-icon-for-infested-radio-towers/26798)

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**Author:** [@heebejeebes](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/heebejeebes)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 4, 2021, 11:05pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/change-map-icon-for-infested-radio-towers/26798 "2021-08-04T23:05:39Z")

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So since the wasps got updated its kind of a crap shoot whether or not a radio tower is infested. Honestly this is fine and can be worked around. However, it always sucks when you are halfway up a tower that appeared was…

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## [Steven Armstrong type builds, and helicopter crashes](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/steven-armstrong-type-builds-and-helicopter-crashes/26796)

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**Author:** [@MichaelMcMann](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/MichaelMcMann)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 4, 2021, 9:10pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/steven-armstrong-type-builds-and-helicopter-crashes/26796 "2021-08-04T21:10:14Z")

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Made an account just for this. So I wanted to make the most 'Murrica post apoc businessman, using “any” for pool points, local politician profession, and helicopter crash scenario eith some serious Steve Armstrong vibes…

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## [Are Sludge Crawlers currently behaving as intended?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/are-sludge-crawlers-currently-behaving-as-intended/26779)

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**Author:** [@heebejeebes](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/heebejeebes)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 4, 2021, 6:56pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/are-sludge-crawlers-currently-behaving-as-intended/26779 "2021-08-04T18:56:14Z")

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I am building my shelter at a pump station and have been exploring the sewers beneath. I found two sludge crawlers blocking my path. I read that they are supposed to be vulnerable to fire so I hit them with a molotov. Th…

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## [Crafting skills at 10+](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/crafting-skills-at-10/26790)

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**Author:** [@dragon57](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/dragon57)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 4, 2021, 3:58pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/crafting-skills-at-10/26790 "2021-08-04T15:58:57Z")

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Do crafting skills do anything else other then let you craft new items at level 10+? Do you gain some kind of bonus after that?

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## [Cover & Stealth Mechanics](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cover-stealth-mechanics/26780)

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**Author:** [@Vastin](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Vastin)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [August 4, 2021, 3:09pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cover-stealth-mechanics/26780 "2021-08-04T15:09:50Z")

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So, given the huge amount of time, effort, blood and tears that have gone into things like encumbrance, nutrition, and making a bazillion types of guns… what’s preventing the implementation of key concepts like Cover and…

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## [No more pleasure in the apocalypse?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/no-more-pleasure-in-the-apocalypse/26791)

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**Author:** [@HaK](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/HaK)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 3, 2021, 7:53pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/no-more-pleasure-in-the-apocalypse/26791 "2021-08-03T19:53:03Z")

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Is it just me or have I discovered a bug in Frank stable and any experimental too? Can you replicate it? Bare with me, i was roleplaying quite hard with this character for a long time :smiley: My poor female character …

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## [Mac - 0.F Not Launching](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mac-0-f-not-launching/26618)

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**Author:** [@tmoist](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/tmoist)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 3, 2021, 1:14pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mac-0-f-not-launching/26618 "2021-08-03T13:14:52Z")

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Hi there, I’m running a Macbook Pro on Big Sur 11.2.1, and upon attempting to launch CDDA version 0.F the game crashes within ~0.1 of a second. I’ve done a full reinstall on both the stable and experimental, clearing al…

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## [\[MOD\] Fixed The Startup Errors for More City Locations](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mod-fixed-the-startup-errors-for-more-city-locations/26767)

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**Author:** [@Unstable](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Unstable)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 3, 2021, 4:18am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mod-fixed-the-startup-errors-for-more-city-locations/26767 "2021-08-03T04:18:43Z")

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Where do I submit a pull request?

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## [What exactly is the difference between a foldable and non-foldable vehicle?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-exactly-is-the-difference-between-a-foldable-and-non-foldable-vehicle/26784)

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**Author:** [@redxlaser15](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/redxlaser15)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 2, 2021, 9:11pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-exactly-is-the-difference-between-a-foldable-and-non-foldable-vehicle/26784 "2021-08-02T21:11:06Z")

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Just as it says on the tin.

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## [I don't have the recipe for a foot crank but it seems to me like I should](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/i-dont-have-the-recipe-for-a-foot-crank-but-it-seems-to-me-like-i-should/26783)

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**Author:** [@redxlaser15](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/redxlaser15)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 2, 2021, 9:06pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/i-dont-have-the-recipe-for-a-foot-crank-but-it-seems-to-me-like-i-should/26783 "2021-08-02T21:06:14Z")

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Ah, the foot crank, my worst nemesis. Useful, yet is a scoundrel, hidden in the dark. It knows I want it, so it leaves without a trail to follow, just for mere spite. Okay, but more seriously I can’t find the recipe. Ou…

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## [Restoring millitary and lab spawns to the game?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/restoring-millitary-and-lab-spawns-to-the-game/26762)

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**Author:** [@logros13](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/logros13)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [August 2, 2021, 6:14pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/restoring-millitary-and-lab-spawns-to-the-game/26762 "2021-08-02T18:14:00Z")

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Hi everybody, returning player here who came back to the game about a month ago after a circa year long hiatus. After my return i quickly noticed that end game dungeons type special spawns (i.e lab and military installat…

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## [.22 is overpowered?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/22-is-overpowered/25914)

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**Author:** [@ringrata](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/ringrata)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 1, 2021, 10:29pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/22-is-overpowered/25914 "2021-08-01T22:29:10Z")

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Alright, so i ran out of a gun store with a ruger 10/22 I murdered atleast 10 zombies with the surplus ammo. Then got narrowed down to CB and RATSHOT Both of these rounds i found overpowered, they killed in 3-4 shots a…

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## [Should feet encumbrance start high when barefoot?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/should-feet-encumbrance-start-high-when-barefoot/26775)

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**Author:** [@bouchacha](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/bouchacha)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 1, 2021, 5:14pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/should-feet-encumbrance-start-high-when-barefoot/26775 "2021-08-01T17:14:02Z")

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Some of the footwear item descriptions are confusing and misleading. For example, flip-flops’s description says “Simple sandals. Very difficult to run in.” except that they have an encumbrance rating of 0. So from a gam…

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## [M.A.G. Armory Mod (v.2.0 beta) WIP](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/m-a-g-armory-mod-v-2-0-beta-wip/26773)

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**Author:** [@Vinicius](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Vinicius)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [July 31, 2021, 4:57pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/m-a-g-armory-mod-v-2-0-beta-wip/26773 "2021-07-31T16:57:45Z")

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I’m pleased to announce that I have finally achieved the v2.0-beta version of my mod (WIP). Mark Awkward Guns (still working on the name so suggestions is very welcome) is a mod that initially I developed just to add so…

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## [Is there any way to permanately disable all error message?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-there-any-way-to-permanately-disable-all-error-message/26771)

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**Author:** [@jsujsu](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/jsujsu)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 31, 2021, 7:58pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-there-any-way-to-permanately-disable-all-error-message/26771 "2021-07-31T19:58:36Z")

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So I really like this game but I am frustrated by the fact that I am getting spammed by error messages a lot. The error messages are something to the effect of an error has occured, item X deleted, press I to ignore c to…

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## [Text not showing up in homebrew on mac](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/text-not-showing-up-in-homebrew-on-mac/26769)

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**Author:** [@cryptfiend](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/cryptfiend)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 31, 2021, 2:56am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/text-not-showing-up-in-homebrew-on-mac/26769 "2021-07-31T02:56:13Z")

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I’m sure that i am doing something wrong, but when i run cataclysm from the terminal, no text shows up. I can move past the menus and into the game…the map show up, but there is no other text at all. im running the hom…

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## [NPC Construction does not catch up after reentering reality bubble (git 00efc6d7fe)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/npc-construction-does-not-catch-up-after-reentering-reality-bubble-git-00efc6d7fe/25895)

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**Author:** [@ThinkSome](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/ThinkSome)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 30, 2021, 6:40pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/npc-construction-does-not-catch-up-after-reentering-reality-bubble-git-00efc6d7fe/25895 "2021-07-30T18:40:03Z")

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I set one NPC to remove grass using construction blueprint. When I reenter the bubble, it only finishes removing the grass it was working on when I left. It does not finish removing a number of grass tiles corresponding …

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## [Turkish Translation](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/turkish-translation/26757)

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**Author:** [@tolganaber](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/tolganaber)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 30, 2021, 10:45am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/turkish-translation/26757 "2021-07-30T10:45:00Z")

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Hi there. Over a year ago I stumbled upon Cataclysm and it quickly became one of my favorite games. I like the extreme simulation of survival in a zombie-ridden world with a huge variety of everything, from monsters and…

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## [What kind of things do you like to do while waiting for your character to finish something lengthy?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-kind-of-things-do-you-like-to-do-while-waiting-for-your-character-to-finish-something-lengthy/26745)

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**Author:** [@redxlaser15](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/redxlaser15)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 29, 2021, 4:49pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-kind-of-things-do-you-like-to-do-while-waiting-for-your-character-to-finish-something-lengthy/26745 "2021-07-29T16:49:18Z")

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Since it takes ages for my character to wake it from a good sleep I tend to often just walk away from the computer to get something to eat and/or play some other game while waiting. That is usually my solution.

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## [Loading Previous Save Game](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/loading-previous-save-game/26752)

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**Author:** [@OnaiChan](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/OnaiChan)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 28, 2021, 2:46pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/loading-previous-save-game/26752 "2021-07-28T14:46:53Z")

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DEBUG : Failed to read from “./save/Cashion Community/maps/8.8.-1/273.286.-1.map”: Json error: save/Cashion Community/maps/8.8.-1/273.286.-1.map:1:513: invalid character inside string ncrete\_wall",“t\_dirtfloor”,“t\_do…

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## [Torso Equipment & the "Waist" layer](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/torso-equipment-the-waist-layer/26750)

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**Author:** [@bouchacha](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/bouchacha)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 27, 2021, 12:21pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/torso-equipment-the-waist-layer/26750 "2021-07-27T12:21:08Z")

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I think this post is largely for seeking clarification rather than proposing any concrete ideas. I love the encumbrance system and the different layers for each body part, but I think the “waist” layer of the torso might…

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## [Is there any more 'efficient'/better ways to increase crafting proficiencies?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-there-any-more-efficient-better-ways-to-increase-crafting-proficiencies/26739)

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**Author:** [@redxlaser15](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/redxlaser15)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [July 26, 2021, 2:15pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-there-any-more-efficient-better-ways-to-increase-crafting-proficiencies/26739 "2021-07-26T14:15:27Z")

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Is it literally just as simple as ‘craft items to learn it’s proficiency’ without any way to make it easier? Is there any particular advantage to crafting a few items that take much longer to make or constantly making re…

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## [Bug: Targeting/ Snapping Target when using gun](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bug-targeting-snapping-target-when-using-gun/26748)

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**Author:** [@OnaiChan](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/OnaiChan)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 26, 2021, 12:22pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bug-targeting-snapping-target-when-using-gun/26748 "2021-07-26T12:22:33Z")

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DEBUG : Exceeded allowed range! FUNCTION : bool target\_ui::set\_cursor\_pos(const tripoint&) FILE : src/ranged.cpp LINE : 2440 VERSION : c1bde37 I’m using single barrel shotgun and i already killed 1 zombi…

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## [Vehicle bug, no km/h shown](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/vehicle-bug-no-km-h-shown/26736)

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**Author:** [@BIggum](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/BIggum)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2021, 4:53pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/vehicle-bug-no-km-h-shown/26736 "2021-07-25T16:53:13Z")

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For some reason my truck glitched out and no longer shows me at which speed I’m currently going, at the same time, the sound is bugged as well and it’s acting as if I just started accelerating every time I take an action…

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## [The Benefits of Directional FOV Interest Check and Discussion& Criticisms](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-benefits-of-directional-fov-interest-check-and-discussion-criticisms/26640)

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**Author:** [@Soul5hadows](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Soul5hadows)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2021, 2:28pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-benefits-of-directional-fov-interest-check-and-discussion-criticisms/26640 "2021-07-25T14:28:35Z")

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Now, I know this has already been brought up before ages ago. And I’m not entirely sure how many people are interested in this, but I tried really hard to come up with a streamlined implementation of this that doesn’t fe…

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