# Game Talk

**URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=446

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## [Can't have increased height and width with fullscreen mode](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-have-increased-height-and-width-with-fullscreen-mode/5279)

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**Author:** [@bubbadoo14](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/bubbadoo14)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2014, 10:01am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-have-increased-height-and-width-with-fullscreen-mode/5279 "2014-03-07T10:01:54Z")

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I noticed that the full screen seems to look like it is zoomed in, so I changed the height and width to see if that makes the resolution better but it doesn’t opening, looks at the log it says this, JSON path set to \[gf…

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## [Why is this a page?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/why-is-this-a-page/5283)

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**Author:** [@SKiPPY](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/SKiPPY)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2014, 7:44am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/why-is-this-a-page/5283 "2014-03-07T07:44:06Z")

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Soo…this page has been up for awhile. http://www.wiki.cataclysmdda.com/index.php?title=Nuclear\_plant Anyone have any confirmation on this?

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## [Substance Tolerance Trait](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/substance-tolerance-trait/5317)

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**Author:** [@system](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/system)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2014, 3:25am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/substance-tolerance-trait/5317 "2014-03-07T03:25:49Z")

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Does Substance Tolerance trait limit the amount of time you experience good substance traits (+1 strength modifier from tipsy) or just bad substance traits. Cause if it’s all traits I would actually not consider it a par…

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## [Futuristic military barracks/training site](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/futuristic-military-barracks-training-site/5312)

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**Author:** [@zenfur](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/zenfur)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2014, 2:17am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/futuristic-military-barracks-training-site/5312 "2014-03-07T02:17:05Z")

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Hey, There are some skills which are nearly impossible (or just difficult) to train because of scarce resources, like “lauchners” or driving (one needs to drive a LOT to get good at it) and it not always makes sense to …

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## [Ice labs are impossible](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/ice-labs-are-impossible/5287)

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**Author:** [@Blaze](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Blaze)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [March 6, 2014, 11:47pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/ice-labs-are-impossible/5287 "2014-03-06T23:47:50Z")

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Full winter survivor gear? Check. Fur Blanket? Check. Fur Sleeping Bag? Check Internal Climate Control? Check. 255 warmth on all parts. Go down stairs. Check character status. Instant Frostbite. Also, I get the e…

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## [Stealth builds / gameplay](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/stealth-builds-gameplay/5309)

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**Author:** [@Tase](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Tase)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [March 6, 2014, 8:36pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/stealth-builds-gameplay/5309 "2014-03-06T20:36:56Z")

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Anyone here fancy the stealth gameplay ? I’ve tried to make a stealth build but it seems smell/noise really kills hiding. I get the Bionic Thief profession with the “FASTREADER” “FORGETFUL” “GLASSJAW” “INCONSPICUOUS” “…

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## [Corporate Warfare!](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/corporate-warfare/5171)

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**Author:** [@John\_Candlebury](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/John_Candlebury)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [March 6, 2014, 3:33pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/corporate-warfare/5171 "2014-03-06T15:33:16Z")

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So I was thinking, Cataclysm already has small elements of cyberpunk with all the biotics, the distopic corrupt goverment and the hiden elaborate undeground instalations. So why not add corporate warfare to the lore too …

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## [Schools should have fallout shelters](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/schools-should-have-fallout-shelters/5192)

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**Author:** [@Ironstone](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Ironstone)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [March 6, 2014, 3:14pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/schools-should-have-fallout-shelters/5192 "2014-03-06T15:14:54Z")

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Anyone remember all the schools built from the 50s to the 70’s having these? (at least in the US) I propose that schools should have them or at least a good chance to. Though they may be filled with old sports equipme…

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## [DDA interface navigation and key input bugs \[Build 1061 0.A-312-g706ccb3\]](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/dda-interface-navigation-and-key-input-bugs-build-1061-0-a-312-g706ccb3/5313)

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**Author:** [@Ratha](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Ratha)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 6, 2014, 1:35pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/dda-interface-navigation-and-key-input-bugs-build-1061-0-a-312-g706ccb3/5313 "2014-03-06T13:35:54Z")

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Cataclysm has been making some major leaps and bounds in terms of improvements over the last year, but some interface navigation and keybind inconsistencies still remain. I’ve tried to be as thorough as possible in docum…

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## [Game Crashing on World Load](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/game-crashing-on-world-load/5281)

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**Author:** [@Snowkitsune](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Snowkitsune)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [March 6, 2014, 11:01am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/game-crashing-on-world-load/5281 "2014-03-06T11:01:50Z")

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I dont get any message just Cata.exe has stopped working, windows will now shut it down an let you know if it finds a answer, Im on the newest 0.A build if some one can tell me how ill link whatever you guys need to fi…

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## [Hemostatic powder heals](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/hemostatic-powder-heals/5305)

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**Author:** [@Stingray](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Stingray)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 6, 2014, 4:25am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/hemostatic-powder-heals/5305 "2014-03-06T04:25:08Z")

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0.A SDL Windows 8.1 Hemostatic powder is supposed to stop or slow bleeding, but it also heals the body part immediately when applied. Not fully heal it, just one to two lines per application.

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## [Should I start with classic zombies true/false](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/should-i-start-with-classic-zombies-true-false/5180)

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**Author:** [@Hellwolf256](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Hellwolf256)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [March 6, 2014, 1:35am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/should-i-start-with-classic-zombies-true-false/5180 "2014-03-06T01:35:06Z")

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I am new to this game,So I need some advice on this .Should I start with classic zombies True/False

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## [Draft : Wind to affect body temperature](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/draft-wind-to-affect-body-temperature/5268)

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**Author:** [@Shoes](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Shoes)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [March 5, 2014, 6:55pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/draft-wind-to-affect-body-temperature/5268 "2014-03-05T18:55:42Z")

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I’ve been meaning to add wind to the game for a while now, and here are my thoughts so far: Wind would aggravate the air temperature. Cold + windy == very cold. The player would resist this by wearing clothing that has…

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## [Official Translators - Apply Here](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/official-translators-apply-here/2073)

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**Author:** [@GlyphGryph](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/GlyphGryph)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [March 5, 2014, 10:43am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/official-translators-apply-here/2073 "2014-03-05T10:43:33Z")

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We need an official translator for each of our supported languages to translate posts on the site. You’ll get admin privileges, and permission to post updates of your own that you think will be of interest to those who s…

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## [Extended mag 0.A](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/extended-mag-0-a/5300)

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**Author:** [@Lainge](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Lainge)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 5, 2014, 8:59am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/extended-mag-0-a/5300 "2014-03-05T08:59:22Z")

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Version 0.A. SDL Windows 7 Read description for Extended mag, it was mostly blank aside from its name. Attached it to my Cx4 Storm, which had 4 or so mods already, the description then became blank for the gun. Unat…

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## [Farm Animals](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/farm-animals/5296)

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**Author:** [@StarsonLovett](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/StarsonLovett)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 5, 2014, 8:09am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/farm-animals/5296 "2014-03-05T08:09:42Z")

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I always liked farming in Cataclysm, but I always wondered if there could be farm animals. Like cows and pigs and stuff. then the animals could breed and when they grow up you slaughter them for meat. of course you would…

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## [Why are USB's in the game?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/why-are-usbs-in-the-game/5261)

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**Author:** [@SKiPPY](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/SKiPPY)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [March 5, 2014, 12:22am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/why-are-usbs-in-the-game/5261 "2014-03-05T00:22:38Z")

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Seriously, can i upload this medisoft program into the PDA or what?

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## [Heavy shopping carts slow you down without being reflected in your speed readout](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/heavy-shopping-carts-slow-you-down-without-being-reflected-in-your-speed-readout/5294)

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**Author:** [@ramesesniblet](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/ramesesniblet)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 5, 2014, 12:06am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/heavy-shopping-carts-slow-you-down-without-being-reflected-in-your-speed-readout/5294 "2014-03-05T00:06:16Z")

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What the title says really. A cart filled with car engines etc will slow you down enough for Zeds to keep pace with you but your speed will still show as normal. I experienced this in the release candidate, haven’t updat…

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## [Ageing and consequences](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/ageing-and-consequences/5254)

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**Author:** [@JSurvive](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/JSurvive)\
**Replies:** 28\
**Last updated:** [March 5, 2014, 12:03am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/ageing-and-consequences/5254 "2014-03-05T00:03:18Z")

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One game option that would be really nice to find, is ageing and consequences. A character would start his/her life as a survivor at an age equal to a given number of seasons, and would suffer consequences of ageing. Re…

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## [Handheld gaming systems freeze](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/handheld-gaming-systems-freeze/5289)

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**Author:** [@bugsniper](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/bugsniper)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 4, 2014, 7:31pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/handheld-gaming-systems-freeze/5289 "2014-03-04T19:31:01Z")

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When you use a handheld gaming system and then press escape and then enter, the game robotfindskitten starts, but you can’t do anything in it. You can’t even quit, except by closing the whole game, possibly losing the wh…

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## [Can't build roof?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-build-roof/5292)

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**Author:** [@Alexg6464](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Alexg6464)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 4, 2014, 6:14pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-build-roof/5292 "2014-03-04T18:14:18Z")

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As the Subject says, i can’t build a roof. I have the two by fours available, my trusty Nail gun, and the nails available. Also, i already have a wall next to it, but even though i’ve met all the requirements, the game …

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## [\[Unconfirmed bug\] Going up mining elevators and disarming traps](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/unconfirmed-bug-going-up-mining-elevators-and-disarming-traps/5290)

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**Author:** [@Soyweiser](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Soyweiser)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 4, 2014, 12:53pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/unconfirmed-bug-going-up-mining-elevators-and-disarming-traps/5290 "2014-03-04T12:53:21Z")

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I heard from Jiamil on irc that he had a problem with a funnel that was placed two squares north and one to the left of an mining elevator (that one that goes down into the mines). When he used the elevator it asked if y…

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## [Encumbrance, layering, and damage blocking questions](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/encumbrance-layering-and-damage-blocking-questions/5280)

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**Author:** [@Ratha](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Ratha)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [March 4, 2014, 8:53am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/encumbrance-layering-and-damage-blocking-questions/5280 "2014-03-04T08:53:05Z")

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Can anyone explain the rules for when an item that says zero actually increases your encumbrance? Sometimes when you equip two or more items that say zero, you actually end up with +1 when you were expecting to remain a…

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## [Crash to desktop when reloading](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/crash-to-desktop-when-reloading/5108)

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**Author:** [@jone6502](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/jone6502)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 4, 2014, 4:08am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/crash-to-desktop-when-reloading/5108 "2014-03-04T04:08:04Z")

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Version number: 0.9-4454-g9069c0f SDL build windows XP Issue: Each time i try to reload my “FN SCAR-L” rifle the game crash it seems to only happen with my aux flamethrower attachment. Also i cannot upload my save f…

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## [Any quick tips for outfit](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/any-quick-tips-for-outfit/5244)

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**Author:** [@Fenix](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Fenix)\
**Replies:** 29\
**Last updated:** [March 4, 2014, 1:59am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/any-quick-tips-for-outfit/5244 "2014-03-04T01:59:06Z")

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I mean, what’s the best outfit? What should I look for? Good or best boots, something to cover legs etc.

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## [Professions with mutations](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/professions-with-mutations/5272)

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**Author:** [@Parzival](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Parzival)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [March 4, 2014, 1:56am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/professions-with-mutations/5272 "2014-03-04T01:56:32Z")

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What are your thoughts on including mutant professions? We already have some bionic starts, what about starting with some mutations? Make it start with fixed sets of mutations and no mutagen lest the game become full of …

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## [Help adding mod into mod manager](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/help-adding-mod-into-mod-manager/5269)

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**Author:** [@Chiko](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Chiko)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [March 3, 2014, 11:47pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/help-adding-mod-into-mod-manager/5269 "2014-03-03T23:47:07Z")

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Hello. I haven’t played/modded this game in a while but now that it has a mod manager, I want to make a mod for it using all the items I added to the core files ages ago. I’m currently having a problem, though. I get an…

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## [Map generation error](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/map-generation-error/5249)

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**Author:** [@Marza](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Marza)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 3, 2014, 10:19pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/map-generation-error/5249 "2014-03-03T22:19:05Z")

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0.9 g48a937d Curse (At least I think it’s Curse) Windows 8 Started a new map with the experimental build. The map appears mostly correct at first, but upon further exploration entire chunks of terrain disagree with wh…

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## [Ants are made from plants](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/ants-are-made-from-plants/5264)

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**Author:** [@Lainge](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Lainge)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 3, 2014, 7:22pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/ants-are-made-from-plants/5264 "2014-03-03T19:22:54Z")

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Version 0.A. SDL Windows 7 Killed an ant larva, butchered it and tainted veggies were the results.

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## [What type of character\\build do you use?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-type-of-character-build-do-you-use/5245)

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**Author:** [@Fenix](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Fenix)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [March 3, 2014, 7:12pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-type-of-character-build-do-you-use/5245 "2014-03-03T19:12:54Z")

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Year ago I used melee-mutated-CBM-addict char (munchkin mostly), and now want to do it again. ) And you?..

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