# Game Talk

**URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=416

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## [Preset characters?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/preset-characters/6606)

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**Author:** [@NOOBknight490](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/NOOBknight490)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 25, 2014, 9:26am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/preset-characters/6606 "2014-06-25T09:26:39Z")

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Where can i find some templates for a preset character?

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## [Firehouses best base?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/firehouses-best-base/6574)

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**Author:** [@gopa4](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/gopa4)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [June 25, 2014, 9:16am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/firehouses-best-base/6574 "2014-06-25T09:16:58Z")

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Usually I try to reinforce my starting evac shelter and then haul all of my goods back home. However recently I have playing as a wondering vagabond in my motorcycle of death, and discovered that firehouses make ideal sh…

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## [Newb with an armored personnel carrier](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/newb-with-an-armored-personnel-carrier/6564)

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**Author:** [@keegus](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/keegus)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2014, 9:24pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/newb-with-an-armored-personnel-carrier/6564 "2014-06-24T21:24:31Z")

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ok, I was running down the road when I came across an armored personnel carrier. On top is a mounted M2 BAR, but I can’t figure out how to get up to the gun \<\_\<

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## [Are Mi-Gos supposed to be so common?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/are-mi-gos-supposed-to-be-so-common/6589)

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**Author:** [@Annoyed\_grunt](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Annoyed_grunt)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2014, 4:43am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/are-mi-gos-supposed-to-be-so-common/6589 "2014-06-24T04:43:57Z")

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I understand that Static worlds are obviously going to have tougher cities (and be tougher in general), but why do I find Mi-Gos so often in forests? They havea lot of hp and they are really fast - I always play Quick ch…

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## [Mutagen from Serums?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mutagen-from-serums/6584)

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**Author:** [@Paquito](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Paquito)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2014, 4:35am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mutagen-from-serums/6584 "2014-06-24T04:35:55Z")

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I’m currently trying to make Alpha mutagen in the latest stable build, which is made up of thee other types of mutagen. I’ve been wandering a lab looking for these other types, but keep finding “serums” instead of mutage…

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## [What weapons are mountable, and what are their advantages?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-weapons-are-mountable-and-what-are-their-advantages/6586)

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**Author:** [@HunterAlpha1](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/HunterAlpha1)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2014, 3:58am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-weapons-are-mountable-and-what-are-their-advantages/6586 "2014-06-24T03:58:36Z")

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Which weapons can I mount on my vehicles, and what advantages do the various weapons have over each other?

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## [Animal Factions or Why don't moose and zombies fight?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/animal-factions-or-why-dont-moose-and-zombies-fight/6542)

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**Author:** [@xpyder](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/xpyder)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2014, 1:06am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/animal-factions-or-why-dont-moose-and-zombies-fight/6542 "2014-06-24T01:06:25Z")

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it seems like animal factions do exist, spiders and canines don’t like it when you kill their friends, dogs attack each other (ineffectually) And moose seem to really have it out for you (I recently had one climb into a…

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## [Milling / swords derail](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/milling-swords-derail/6611)

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**Author:** [@KA101](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/KA101)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2014, 7:23pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/milling-swords-derail/6611 "2014-06-23T19:23:29Z")

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0\_0 Best idea ever. But I wonder why we don’t have melee weapon mods by now…\[/quote\] Probably has something to do with the haters hating, devs having other priorities, and we’ve got a blocker list up so are working t…

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## [Milling / Grinding Quality](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/milling-grinding-quality/6563)

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**Author:** [@Hague](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Hague)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2014, 8:54pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/milling-grinding-quality/6563 "2014-06-22T20:54:55Z")

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Perhaps add Milling or Grinding quality as an attribute on certain items and make recipes that would normally require the quern to function, such as bone or corn meal, pepper, etc can use other objects with Milling quali…

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## ["You grab and knee the bear" and other shenannigans](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/you-grab-and-knee-the-bear-and-other-shenannigans/6469)

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**Author:** [@Paquito](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Paquito)\
**Replies:** 67\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2014, 7:54pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/you-grab-and-knee-the-bear-and-other-shenannigans/6469 "2014-06-22T19:54:13Z")

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I’m the most bad-a$$ fighter around. Bear, Zombie Bear? Whatever dude. I will karate them ALL to death! It’s pretty ridiculous. Bears are apex predators. Not only are they apex predators, but they’re really really hard …

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## [OLD Tileset](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/old-tileset/6580)

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**Author:** [@stranded](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/stranded)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2014, 2:54pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/old-tileset/6580 "2014-06-22T14:54:13Z")

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Ok I know my chances are pretty slim, but do you guys remember the first old tileset from the former forums of cataclysm ? I think it was even differently structured from the ASCII version. I think it had a certain name…

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## [Experimentals crash on start up; Stable fine](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/experimentals-crash-on-start-up-stable-fine/6577)

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**Author:** [@Farce](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Farce)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2014, 5:44am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/experimentals-crash-on-start-up-stable-fine/6577 "2014-06-22T05:44:39Z")

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On Window 8 (yes, I know), using a recent, cheap Asus laptop, aanddd… I’m not sure what other technical data would be important. So, I can download and run the stable version currently on the front page, but for the lon…

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## [\[Spoilers\] Sketch II](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/spoilers-sketch-ii/6230)

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**Author:** [@acidia](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/acidia)\
**Replies:** 54\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2014, 2:17am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/spoilers-sketch-ii/6230 "2014-06-22T02:17:49Z")

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WARNING!?! Discovery of new places is a large part of their appeal. The title has warned you already, leave now unless you are comfortable with missing out on an exciting part of the game. Please, please don’t spoil t…

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## [Where do I find Thorazine](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/where-do-i-find-thorazine/6566)

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**Author:** [@system](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/system)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2014, 1:06am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/where-do-i-find-thorazine/6566 "2014-06-22T01:06:10Z")

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Hello first time Schizophrenic here. I started playing Cata again and thought making a drug-addicted, Addictive Personality, Psychotic, Insomniac, Schizo, Chain-Smoker would be a fun playthrough. \[And a great inspiratio…

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## [Version 0.A Kaufman infinite arrowheads](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/version-0-a-kaufman-infinite-arrowheads/6525)

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**Author:** [@digimite](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/digimite)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 21, 2014, 7:32pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/version-0-a-kaufman-infinite-arrowheads/6525 "2014-06-21T19:32:47Z")

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I made arrowheads from scrap metal and now they remain in my inventory no matter how many stacks of complete arrows (fletching, shaft, arrowhead) I fabricate.

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## [Silly Things In Cataclysm That Make You Laugh](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/silly-things-in-cataclysm-that-make-you-laugh/6296)

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**Author:** [@Creamy\_Goodness](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Creamy_Goodness)\
**Replies:** 134\
**Last updated:** [June 21, 2014, 7:00pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/silly-things-in-cataclysm-that-make-you-laugh/6296 "2014-06-21T19:00:10Z")

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For me, it definetly has to be the cannibal books. Who the hell made these??? But thats besides the point, Who in the right mind published it??? and then how was it so popular that its found in libraries and houses count…

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## [Questions about experimental](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/questions-about-experimental/6569)

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**Author:** [@theubie](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/theubie)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 21, 2014, 5:25pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/questions-about-experimental/6569 "2014-06-21T17:25:14Z")

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Integrated Toolset no longer able to be used in vehicle construction? Was just working on a vehicle…had 14 power at my disposal and it wouldn’t let me install or repair. Edit: Also, wished in some duct tape, slapped o…

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## [Beginner question: Why can't I take control of a vehicle?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/beginner-question-why-cant-i-take-control-of-a-vehicle/6565)

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**Author:** [@Severisth](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Severisth)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 21, 2014, 10:40am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/beginner-question-why-cant-i-take-control-of-a-vehicle/6565 "2014-06-21T10:40:47Z")

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Something seems to be preventing me from driving cars. I’ve checked that they have wheels. I’ve checked that they have controls. I’ve checked that they have gasoline. I’ve checked that they have a top speed showing. …

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## [Food spoilage](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/food-spoilage/6550)

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**Author:** [@Robik](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Robik)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [June 21, 2014, 7:21am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/food-spoilage/6550 "2014-06-21T07:21:18Z")

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Currently, we have 3 states of food spoilage: fresh rotten I think that having fourth state, let’s call it ‘old’ (until someone comes with better) would be nice to have. In real life, I am often able to tell tha…

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## [Item blacklist mod discussion](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/item-blacklist-mod-discussion/6401)

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**Author:** [@Zireael](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Zireael)\
**Replies:** 72\
**Last updated:** [June 21, 2014, 6:14am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/item-blacklist-mod-discussion/6401 "2014-06-21T06:14:28Z")

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There are already mods taking care of survivor and Rivtech stuff.

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## [0.A-1677 crash report](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/0-a-1677-crash-report/6562)

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**Author:** [@keegus](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/keegus)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 21, 2014, 12:13am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/0-a-1677-crash-report/6562 "2014-06-21T00:13:19Z")

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Chose the Bionic Monster prof. Game crashes while trying to remove the noisemaker bionic while using a stone knife.

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## [Background music loop](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/background-music-loop/6409)

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**Author:** [@nikola](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/nikola)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 20, 2014, 9:44pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/background-music-loop/6409 "2014-06-20T21:44:56Z")

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I made it to make my Cataclysm sessions a little bit more immersive. https://soundcloud.com/orkiestra/cataclysm If anyone is interested it could get included in the game, with attribution. nikola

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## [A couple questions and comments](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/a-couple-questions-and-comments/6545)

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**Author:** [@gopa4](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/gopa4)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [June 20, 2014, 9:16pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/a-couple-questions-and-comments/6545 "2014-06-20T21:16:34Z")

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I just discovered this game and it is fantastic, especially after work to unwind, however a few things have come up that I am a little fuzzy over even after perusing the wiki. Firstly, how much power do solar panels gen…

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## [Dealing with multiple triffid queens](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/dealing-with-multiple-triffid-queens/6552)

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**Author:** [@saltmummy626](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/saltmummy626)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [June 20, 2014, 5:59pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/dealing-with-multiple-triffid-queens/6552 "2014-06-20T17:59:57Z")

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I had just finished raiding a bunker and was driving away when I noticed something id never seen before moving in my direction. what I saw was a wall of young and adult trees making a beeline for me and my truck. when it…

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## [Best Tileset Mods](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/best-tileset-mods/6437)

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**Author:** [@magnum2016](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/magnum2016)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 20, 2014, 5:16pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/best-tileset-mods/6437 "2014-06-20T17:16:06Z")

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Title says it all, I am looking for a new Tileset Thanks ahead :slight\_smile:

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## [Advice](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/advice/6362)

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**Author:** [@bobd11234](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/bobd11234)\
**Replies:** 45\
**Last updated:** [June 20, 2014, 5:11pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/advice/6362 "2014-06-20T17:11:59Z")

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i created this account to get help as i recently got this game and when i spawned in the shelter, i went down some stairs and through a door but now i can only see # how can i fix this as ive never lasted long enough to …

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## [How to get late-game?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-to-get-late-game/6479)

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**Author:** [@Reofecthegreat](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Reofecthegreat)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [June 20, 2014, 4:55pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-to-get-late-game/6479 "2014-06-20T16:55:05Z")

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Hello friends! I have mastered the ability to not die straight out of the evac shelter but I still find myself unable to get past 4-5 days of being alive. Normal stupidity is most common cause and there is no fix for th…

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## [Those things you do](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/those-things-you-do/6478)

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**Author:** [@FunsizeNinja123](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/FunsizeNinja123)\
**Replies:** 57\
**Last updated:** [June 20, 2014, 9:17am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/those-things-you-do/6478 "2014-06-20T09:17:11Z")

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You know, those weird things you do in Cata because it’s useful/easier/RP. Post’em here. I for one, take off my helmet before I go to sleep or do anything not in combat. I also carve names on things that have served me …

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## [Are cans supposed to be able to hold water?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/are-cans-supposed-to-be-able-to-hold-water/6373)

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**Author:** [@xpyder](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/xpyder)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [June 20, 2014, 7:24am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/are-cans-supposed-to-be-able-to-hold-water/6373 "2014-06-20T07:24:25Z")

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version: 0.a experimental (6/2 bc1cecd) Aluminum cans can be used to boil water, but can’t be used to store the clean water you just boiled in it. Is this intentional or an oversight? If it’s an oversight I’m happy to…

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## [FORUMS: Oh god I can't see my own picture](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/forums-oh-god-i-cant-see-my-own-picture/6548)

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**Author:** [@system](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/system)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 20, 2014, 2:09am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/forums-oh-god-i-cant-see-my-own-picture/6548 "2014-06-20T02:09:31Z")

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Seriously, two days ago I could see it fine and now it’s completely gone. I’m in my ipad and I can’t see jack shit unless I go and look at my previous posts.

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