# Game Talk

**URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=451

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## [0.9-4357-380eef1d trunks with items not shown after zooming](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/0-9-4357-380eef1d-trunks-with-items-not-shown-after-zooming/5072)

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**Author:** [@HunterAlpha1](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/HunterAlpha1)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2014, 8:07pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/0-9-4357-380eef1d-trunks-with-items-not-shown-after-zooming/5072 "2014-02-14T20:07:18Z")

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trunks, cargo carriers, etc. with items in them are no longer shaded blue after \[z\]ooming out and then back in. you have to exit to desktop in order to see which containers have items in them again.

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## [How do you add a new building using JSON](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-you-add-a-new-building-using-json/5049)

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**Author:** [@werty1124](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/werty1124)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2014, 7:49pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-you-add-a-new-building-using-json/5049 "2014-02-14T19:49:03Z")

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I’ve been messing around in the experimental builds with the mod manager and I try was trying to add a new building. I have made a JSON file that has the building layout and all that stuff in it and I have added it in th…

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## [A case for small vehicles?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/a-case-for-small-vehicles/5067)

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**Author:** [@Murphy](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Murphy)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2014, 5:31pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/a-case-for-small-vehicles/5067 "2014-02-14T17:31:33Z")

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I usually build a heavily armored 3x4 mini-ATV. Small enough that I can do field repairs far away from my base. Just keeping a welder (or an enormous roll of duct tape) and a few spare wheels and headlights in the trunk. …

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## [Cleanliness as an Item Quality](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cleanliness-as-an-item-quality/4869)

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**Author:** [@Straume21](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Straume21)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2014, 5:21pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cleanliness-as-an-item-quality/4869 "2014-02-14T17:21:03Z")

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Okay, I know this is a pretty-far fetched idea that I’m sure a lot of people are going to disagree with, but what about adding a cleanliness quality to all items? It would add realism and a new aspect of the game to worr…

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## [Create death functions](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/create-death-functions/4946)

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**Author:** [@hazerddex](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/hazerddex)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2014, 5:14pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/create-death-functions/4946 "2014-02-14T17:14:24Z")

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so i notice that the monsters json has death functions and wrom has a different one than blob how do i make these?

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## [More types of enemies besides zombies](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/more-types-of-enemies-besides-zombies/5036)

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**Author:** [@hazerddex](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/hazerddex)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2014, 5:14pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/more-types-of-enemies-besides-zombies/5036 "2014-02-14T17:14:03Z")

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all this talk of zombie this zombie that can we give some of the other creatures some love? when i first heard of this game i was under the impression that zombies were just one of the basic enemies you could run into a…

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## [Mountable Turrets](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mountable-turrets/5040)

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**Author:** [@dragonlaggin](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/dragonlaggin)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2014, 4:20pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mountable-turrets/5040 "2014-02-14T16:20:15Z")

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It would be nice to see mountable turrets in the game. I guess they could be treated like a vehicle with only the ability to swivel on a given point and would only be able to move if deactivated? They could use a variety…

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## [Muscle Power](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/muscle-power/5054)

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**Author:** [@Logrin](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Logrin)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2014, 3:17pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/muscle-power/5054 "2014-02-14T15:17:26Z")

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Currently we have foot pedals for bikes and the like. That’s great and I love it but would it be possible to implement the following in any way shape or form? Strength ((or possibly Dexterity)) determine how much ‘power…

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## [It's looks like a bug](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/its-looks-like-a-bug/5056)

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**Author:** [@lifesoul](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/lifesoul)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2014, 2:49pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/its-looks-like-a-bug/5056 "2014-02-14T14:49:21Z")

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When I was visiting github,I found something like a bug. It’s in: SRC/melee.cpp L:1338 tmp.text = string\_format(\_("&s rakes %s with his tentacle!"), If I am wrong, forgive me.

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## [Knife in boot: bug or not bug?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/knife-in-boot-bug-or-not-bug/5059)

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**Author:** [@HunterAlpha1](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/HunterAlpha1)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2014, 12:50pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/knife-in-boot-bug-or-not-bug/5059 "2014-02-14T12:50:27Z")

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so i put a combat knife in my boot like any badass deserving of the name, then i try to butcher corpses but it says i don’t have a propper cutting instrument, but it’s right there in my fucking boot! so does that mean i…

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## [Cannot disassemble a window](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cannot-disassemble-a-window/5068)

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**Author:** [@Murphy](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Murphy)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2014, 12:24pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cannot-disassemble-a-window/5068 "2014-02-14T12:24:03Z")

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Just downloaded latest build. I have a stone hammer and screwdriver. Trying to disassemble a window I get the message “You disassemble the window” or “You disassemble the closed curtains” but it’s still there. I even ga…

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## [Uncap the maximum and minimum stat point limits](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/uncap-the-maximum-and-minimum-stat-point-limits/5063)

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**Author:** [@TheGrifter](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheGrifter)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2014, 5:18am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/uncap-the-maximum-and-minimum-stat-point-limits/5063 "2014-02-14T05:18:05Z")

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Now that we’re able to start our character with a thousand initial points, can we uncap the maximum stat points of 20? I want to be able to create the post-apocalyptic God that should not be. I want to see twenty map t…

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## [Multi-part buildings](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/multi-part-buildings/5065)

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**Author:** [@Mad\_Jackal](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Mad_Jackal)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2014, 5:06am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/multi-part-buildings/5065 "2014-02-14T05:06:37Z")

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Let’s say I wanted to make a building with multiple parts to it, like the Hospital or Mansion. How would I go about doing it? I’m already familiar with how to add a single building to CDDA, I’m just not too clear on how…

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## [About laser turrets](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/about-laser-turrets/5060)

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**Author:** [@HunterAlpha1](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/HunterAlpha1)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2014, 10:49pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/about-laser-turrets/5060 "2014-02-13T22:49:29Z")

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so it says something about having to be in the sun in order to work. does that mean they have to be above ground, above ground and out of door, or above ground, out of doors, and in sunny conditions? if they have to be…

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## [Electric car battery not charging from refilling](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/electric-car-battery-not-charging-from-refilling/5057)

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**Author:** [@JackieEstegado](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/JackieEstegado)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2014, 8:08pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/electric-car-battery-not-charging-from-refilling/5057 "2014-02-13T20:08:02Z")

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The bug is that I cannot refill my ownbuild electric car’s battery. The option shows up to refill and I do it but it doesn’t seem to get any charge even though my batteries disapeared. I am using version 0.8 SDL

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## [Problem with changing tileset](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/problem-with-changing-tileset/5032)

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**Author:** [@Dark\_Star](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Dark_Star)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2014, 5:00pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/problem-with-changing-tileset/5032 "2014-02-13T17:00:03Z")

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Hi to everyone! ^^ First:complements for the game,i love the zombie/apocalitic rogue game,especially the RPGs w Second:I’ve got a little problem with the tileset change:in the game’s options i change the tileset with “…

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## [Infected Arm, but full HP and cannot cure](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/infected-arm-but-full-hp-and-cannot-cure/5038)

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**Author:** [@MoloMowChow](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/MoloMowChow)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2014, 4:37pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/infected-arm-but-full-hp-and-cannot-cure/5038 "2014-02-13T16:37:54Z")

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I got a deep bite wound on my arm but it didn’t sustain much damage. I “Eat” a botte of disinfectant an apply it to the arm, but it doesn’t cure the infection but heals it too full health. Now I have a first aid kit, but…

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## [Vehicle Modifying - order of parts](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/vehicle-modifying-order-of-parts/5051)

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**Author:** [@MoloMowChow](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/MoloMowChow)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2014, 2:50pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/vehicle-modifying-order-of-parts/5051 "2014-02-13T14:50:54Z")

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I was modifying an abandoned vehicle recently. It originally had 4 seats, but I didn’t need 4 of them so I removed the 2 back seats with the intention of replacing them with trunks. So originally when examing the vehicle…

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## [Can't shoot at NPC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-shoot-at-npc/5044)

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**Author:** [@Jiamil](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Jiamil)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2014, 1:39pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-shoot-at-npc/5044 "2014-02-13T13:39:28Z")

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0.9-4210-ge2cd4e4 Windows Console Windows 7 32-bit Was attacked by a NPC, tried to fire a gun at the NPC: The aim snapped to the target-NPC but every shot went “Blam” and missed. Raised with debug the skills to about …

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## [Making paper cartridges from nature?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/making-paper-cartridges-from-nature/4999)

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**Author:** [@HunterAlpha1](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/HunterAlpha1)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2014, 12:41pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/making-paper-cartridges-from-nature/4999 "2014-02-13T12:41:30Z")

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i’m wondering if it’s possible to make everything you need to produce paper cartridges from nature, in other words not having to go into town or explore a lab to get everything you need. i know one thing you need is a s…

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## [Bibles, Books of Mormons, Torahs, Menorrahs, Branch Davidian's book of Christ](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bibles-books-of-mormons-torahs-menorrahs-branch-davidians-book-of-christ/5015)

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**Author:** [@TheGrifter](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheGrifter)\
**Replies:** 94\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2014, 7:35am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bibles-books-of-mormons-torahs-menorrahs-branch-davidians-book-of-christ/5015 "2014-02-13T07:35:31Z")

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We’ve got the churchs, functional as they should be, but where are the books by these religious folks?! Where’s the actual bible?! Where’s yer Torahs, ye anti-semites?! WHERE’S YOUR HOLY BOOK OF MORMON, TRANSLATED IN 1…

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## [Vehicle improvements](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/vehicle-improvements/5028)

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**Author:** [@ChristopherWalken](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/ChristopherWalken)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2014, 6:00am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/vehicle-improvements/5028 "2014-02-13T06:00:51Z")

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A couple of ideas I had: Direction indicator for vehicles Some sort of indicator (eg. A line or a dot) for the direction of motion in vehicles. Toggleable on or off. Would be helpful for two wheelers and very helpful …

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## [New "stranded"-type game mode and one suggestion](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-stranded-type-game-mode-and-one-suggestion/5026)

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**Author:** [@moist\_zombie](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/moist_zombie)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2014, 2:17am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-stranded-type-game-mode-and-one-suggestion/5026 "2014-02-13T02:17:59Z")

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First, the smaller suggestion is one I think I made ages ago, and has probably been echoed by others in one form or another since… We need some “surprise” enemies that can be spawned by opening any container big enough t…

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## [.22 LR gives SR primers when pulled](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/22-lr-gives-sr-primers-when-pulled/5027)

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**Author:** [@Zaweri\_Runewright](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Zaweri_Runewright)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [February 12, 2014, 9:39pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/22-lr-gives-sr-primers-when-pulled/5027 "2014-02-12T21:39:38Z")

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So, I pulled some .22 LR ammo to obtain lead, gunpowder and casings, when I noticed they give Small rifle primers when pulled. This is problematic, since I find it annoying to just drop them and leave them like they neve…

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## [Inside parts of cars should not be visible from dastance](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/inside-parts-of-cars-should-not-be-visible-from-dastance/4980)

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**Author:** [@TaigaR](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TaigaR)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [February 12, 2014, 8:40pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/inside-parts-of-cars-should-not-be-visible-from-dastance/4980 "2014-02-12T20:40:32Z")

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I think its strange that player can see the condition of the engine and fuel tank from the bid distance! Maybe we should see it only in examination menu?

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## [Fixing clothing mechanics (Gamebalance,goofyness,etc)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fixing-clothing-mechanics-gamebalance-goofyness-etc/5035)

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**Author:** [@Bork\_3](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bork_3)\
**Replies:** 32\
**Last updated:** [February 12, 2014, 8:32pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fixing-clothing-mechanics-gamebalance-goofyness-etc/5035 "2014-02-12T20:32:50Z")

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Currently there’s a default hardcoded limit of two identical clothing items worn. This works as intended for some cases, IE holsters on each leg, or two backpacks on one shoulder each. Other cases it makes no sense and s…

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## [Cougar teleports in room](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cougar-teleports-in-room/5043)

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**Author:** [@Jiamil](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Jiamil)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [February 12, 2014, 8:21pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cougar-teleports-in-room/5043 "2014-02-12T20:21:52Z")

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0.9-4210-ge2cd4e4 Windows Console Windows 7 32-bit Character was reading “Under the Hood” inside safe house next to a window. A cougar appeared outside. After a couple of times skipping the question if I wanted to sto…

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## [An end to Pain](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/an-end-to-pain/5041)

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**Author:** [@Soyweiser](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Soyweiser)\
**Replies:** 32\
**Last updated:** [February 12, 2014, 8:19pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/an-end-to-pain/5041 "2014-02-12T20:19:11Z")

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Currently you can get up to crazy amounts of pain in the game (860+ while testing) without dying from it. I suggest the following, get over 255 pain, die of shock. Keeps the pain level dangerous. Makes acid rain more da…

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## [Exparamental build help](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/exparamental-build-help/5042)

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**Author:** [@Perigrin](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Perigrin)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 12, 2014, 10:31am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/exparamental-build-help/5042 "2014-02-12T10:31:27Z")

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How do I download and run an experimental build??? I download it from the page the button on the home site leads to, but I get an Unexpected end of archive error. Help please?

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## [I made a tutorial](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/i-made-a-tutorial/5025)

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**Author:** [@Perigrin](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Perigrin)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 10, 2014, 7:23pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/i-made-a-tutorial/5025 "2014-02-10T19:23:17Z")

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So, I made a tutorial video, and would like some opinions http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGRgzPTcujA wait, DAMMIT, why is it so low quality I Swear I recorded in hd, dammit. well, thoughts, opinions? Future episodes…

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