# Game Talk **URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=493 [Latest](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/tags.md) **Page:** 494 --- ## [Fruit juice and dehydrated vegetables bugged](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fruit-juice-and-dehydrated-vegetables-bugged/3511)
**Author:** [@Soviet\_Troopa](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Soviet_Troopa)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 9:05pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fruit-juice-and-dehydrated-vegetables-bugged/3511 "2013-10-14T21:05:08Z")
Fruit juice: I have completed all the requirements to create fruit juice (a rock and 2 of any fruit) still it does not let me craft it Dehydrated vegetables: The last possible ingredient available to use in dehydrated v… --- ## [Modding defense mode](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/modding-defense-mode/3494)
**Author:** [@Murphy](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Murphy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 8:01pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/modding-defense-mode/3494 "2013-10-14T20:01:12Z")
Can I make custom arenas? I want a large one that incorporates cars :slight\_smile: --- ## [How are those z's coming?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-are-those-zs-coming/3475)
**Author:** [@HS1342](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/HS1342)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 7:56pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-are-those-zs-coming/3475 "2013-10-14T19:56:10Z")
I really don’t like to be the one to disturb the peace, cause I know that the developers are doing everything they can. But I’m just curious about those Z-levels. When do you think they’ll be introduced? --- ## [Shinai & Bokken](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/shinai-bokken/3472)
**Author:** [@Miloch](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Miloch)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 7:38pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/shinai-bokken/3472 "2013-10-14T19:38:06Z")
There are enough anime nerds out there that I think you could find more then a few of these laying around in New England. Not super common but still… I know at least one of my high school buddies has one of these. :stu… --- ## [Containers When Not In Use](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/containers-when-not-in-use/3496)
**Author:** [@Miloch](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Miloch)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 7:37pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/containers-when-not-in-use/3496 "2013-10-14T19:37:58Z")
Certain containers, specifically those made of cloth or canvas, can fold up when not in use. Thus they take up very little volume when not actually being worn. Right now the volume on the duffel bag is huge. This thin… --- ## [About vehicle](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/about-vehicle/3499)
**Author:** [@Rex\_Wolf](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Rex_Wolf)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 7:29pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/about-vehicle/3499 "2013-10-14T19:29:52Z")
I think it is necessary to extend the windshield of vehicles to the edge of the car (one cell in each direction). Then you can not get into a closed car without breaking the glass and do not open the door. (Извините, ес… --- ## [Farming, how do you do it?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/farming-how-do-you-do-it/3366)
**Author:** [@Patto](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Patto)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 7:27pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/farming-how-do-you-do-it/3366 "2013-10-14T19:27:13Z")
In the romeo update it states that ‘‘Basic farming support’’ has been added. I have gone around tilled dirt, dropped plants onto that dirt, attempted to activate the plants. Tried to obtain seeds from them. Everything I… --- ## [Non-developers posting comments on github](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/non-developers-posting-comments-on-github/3503)
**Author:** [@youtoo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/youtoo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 3:46pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/non-developers-posting-comments-on-github/3503 "2013-10-14T15:46:02Z")
This is a question for developers. There are some excellent discussions on github. I work as a DBA and I can read C code (well sort of), but writing it would be a long learning curve. Been messing with it some, but not r… --- ## [Truckload of Books package](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/truckload-of-books-package/3379)
**Author:** [@Rivet](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Rivet)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 3:04pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/truckload-of-books-package/3379 "2013-10-14T15:04:36Z")
~STATUS : MERGED~ New books have been added! A huge (more than 80 new books) increase in the variety of books in-game, including skill books of varying levels for all of the game’s skills and a ton of new novels and en… --- ## [Custom Zombies](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/custom-zombies/3495)
**Author:** [@ArcticHuntsman](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/ArcticHuntsman)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 2:35pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/custom-zombies/3495 "2013-10-14T14:35:14Z")
This game is a brilliant survival simulator of a very dangerous apocalypse, but currently we only have the option to only have classic zombies (which is great) or normal.I propose we could have a “Customize Zombie Menu” … --- ## [Meal Ready to Eat](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/meal-ready-to-eat/3382)
**Author:** [@EkarusRyndren](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/EkarusRyndren)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 1:55pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/meal-ready-to-eat/3382 "2013-10-14T13:55:48Z")
I don’t know if the in-game MREs are based off the ones used by the US military (In theory they would be) MREs contain a package that when water is added heats up and cooks the MRE. Which brings me to my point. In the s… --- ## [Fold the bicycle made crash with zh\_cn.mo?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fold-the-bicycle-made-crash-with-zh-cn-mo/3457)
**Author:** [@newisle](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/newisle)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 7:06am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fold-the-bicycle-made-crash-with-zh-cn-mo/3457 "2013-10-14T07:06:07Z")
Now I use build #403 with the zh\_cn.mo Everything is OK when I unfold the bicycle. But when I fold it ,program crash immediately. it just direct jump out . I tested not use the mo,just play in english,no crash anymore. … --- ## [PDA - unable to unload batteries](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/pda-unable-to-unload-batteries/3485)
**Author:** [@Ironstone](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Ironstone)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 3:04am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/pda-unable-to-unload-batteries/3485 "2013-10-14T03:04:35Z")
Not sure if this is intended or not but the PDA won’t reload or unload batteries. Is this a bug or intended or are rechargeable items something we can expect to see in the future? --- ## [Constant sickness, hallucinations, and sleep](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/constant-sickness-hallucinations-and-sleep/3491)
**Author:** [@Zarthull](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Zarthull)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 2:39am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/constant-sickness-hallucinations-and-sleep/3491 "2013-10-14T02:39:05Z")
Every since I started playing .8 and the recent experimental builds my characters always seem to end up constantly sick, often time hallucinate, and always seem tired. I am not picking the schizophrenic trait. I get mess… --- ## [Multiple Suggestions](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/multiple-suggestions/3394)
**Author:** [@Zyuta](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Zyuta)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 1:34am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/multiple-suggestions/3394 "2013-10-14T01:34:01Z")
I actually have quite a few different suggestions, but I’ll put them here and try to organize them as best as I can. Topics that you should look at as I believe they relate to this one: \[sup\]1\[/sup\]http://smf.cataclysm… --- ## [Unarmed Styles removed?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/unarmed-styles-removed/3492)
**Author:** [@Abel](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Abel)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 1:25am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/unarmed-styles-removed/3492 "2013-10-14T01:25:36Z")
Anyone know what the deal is with styles at the moment? In the current SDL Shaolin Adept and Venom Mob Protege are removed, you can’t wizmode any styles, and styles from Self-Defense and Martial Arts Training don’t appea… --- ## [Armor skill](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/armor-skill/3477)
**Author:** [@GrizzlyAdamz](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/GrizzlyAdamz)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 6:42pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/armor-skill/3477 "2013-10-13T18:42:41Z")
This absolutely must have been mentioned before, but why not make an armor skill? Yes, 5+ encumberment is quite fair for a newbie to plate armor- they’re more apt to fall over than anything else, but if one knows how to… --- ## [Pets?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/pets/3465)
**Author:** [@youtoo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/youtoo)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 2:55pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/pets/3465 "2013-10-13T14:55:44Z")
not sure if this needs to wait for NPCs or not. many roguelikes have this ability. having a dog or two is not uncommon. In the Walking Dead TV series one of the characters had an interesting idea, she cut the arms off of… --- ## [Dodging effectivness depends on surounding terrain](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/dodging-effectivness-depends-on-surounding-terrain/3464)
**Author:** [@RadaRadaRada](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/RadaRadaRada)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 2:07pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/dodging-effectivness-depends-on-surounding-terrain/3464 "2013-10-13T14:07:10Z")
Basically, N/PC/Monster get dodge penalties depending on: number of surrounding occupied or impassable squares. Narrow hallways, corners or just being surrounded by friendlies/enemies \[will make harder for one to dodge… --- ## [The burning question](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-burning-question/3484)
**Author:** [@EkarusRyndren](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/EkarusRyndren)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 7:40am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-burning-question/3484 "2013-10-13T07:40:46Z")
Why can’t Bubblewrap be used up for a small morale boost? --- ## [Spraycan/Simple Flamethrower bug](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/spraycan-simple-flamethrower-bug/3481)
**Author:** [@Blaze](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Blaze)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 6:56am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/spraycan-simple-flamethrower-bug/3481 "2013-10-13T06:56:39Z")
The FIRE\_50 flag does not function, meaning simple flamethrowers and spraycan flamethrowers only require a single unit of gas. The FIRE\_100 flag works perfectly fine though. --- ## [When you've got Nausea, Heartburn, or Indigestion- Oh wait](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/when-youve-got-nausea-heartburn-or-indigestion-oh-wait/3470)
**Author:** [@EkarusRyndren](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/EkarusRyndren)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 6:05am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/when-youve-got-nausea-heartburn-or-indigestion-oh-wait/3470 "2013-10-13T06:05:49Z")
So after eating far more than I should have I find myself wishing I had some Antacids and it’s dawned on me Why doesn’t CDDA have antacids, pepto, etc for helping with the assorted stomach upset conditions? \[spoiler\]\[i… --- ## [Cannibalism and You, well the trait](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cannibalism-and-you-well-the-trait/3471)
**Author:** [@EkarusRyndren](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/EkarusRyndren)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 5:49am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cannibalism-and-you-well-the-trait/3471 "2013-10-13T05:49:12Z")
So I’ve noticed a few things about the Cannibal trait that I rather like, killing Child zeds doesn’t come with a morale penalty nor does killing an NPC (Because hey, they’re just food.) Eating human meat results in a mor… --- ## [Less wimpy winter!](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/less-wimpy-winter/3372)
**Author:** [@Murphy](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Murphy)\ **Replies:** 65\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 4:07am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/less-wimpy-winter/3372 "2013-10-13T04:07:46Z")
\-5 degrees Celsius doesn’t even begin to sound like winter. I want to have to use that fur blanket and fur sleeping bag I made! Having to prepare firewood to keep from freezing while asleep would be awesome. I understan… --- ## [Portable Video Disc Player that plays Movies](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/portable-video-disc-player-that-plays-movies/3482)
**Author:** [@Arik](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Arik)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 3:50am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/portable-video-disc-player-that-plays-movies/3482 "2013-10-13T03:50:12Z")
After playing with the portable handheld game system in the “Romero” release, I got to thinking. What if there were portable disc players too? I know it sounds crazy, but I have seen working ascii art movies in a game I … --- ## [Critical Vehicle Damage VS Destroied](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/critical-vehicle-damage-vs-destroied/3483)
**Author:** [@EkarusRyndren](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/EkarusRyndren)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 3:46am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/critical-vehicle-damage-vs-destroied/3483 "2013-10-13T03:46:26Z")
I’ve noticed in vehicles any time a part becomes unusable it’s grey, but it’s still there and contributing to the overall weight of a vehicle. But what about completely blowing parts off of vehicles? Imagine being hit by… --- ## [Oxidizer powder and things](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/oxidizer-powder-and-things/3468)
**Author:** [@FunsizeNinja123](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/FunsizeNinja123)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 1:46am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/oxidizer-powder-and-things/3468 "2013-10-13T01:46:56Z")
Yeah, where can I find that stuff? Also, kinetic bullet pullers should be craftable. I’m having trouble finding those… Gun/bullet smith should also be a profession. --- ## [Vehicle Turret Problems](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/vehicle-turret-problems/3478)
**Author:** [@Blaze](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Blaze)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2013, 10:22pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/vehicle-turret-problems/3478 "2013-10-12T22:22:39Z")
Boards are set to location “center” when it should be “structure”. Currently you can place board on top of frames. This may be intended though. If this is true, then some vehicles lack boards; one example is the Armored … --- ## [Vehicle control problems](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/vehicle-control-problems/3479)
**Author:** [@Zireael](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Zireael)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2013, 8:50pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/vehicle-control-problems/3479 "2013-10-12T20:50:31Z")
I can’t seem to operate a vehicle properly in latest experimental. Pressing left and right arrows doesn’t seem to do anything, it just increases or decreases the real speed (the violet one). The only way to get vehicle … --- ## [This is Outer Heaven (Base building)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/this-is-outer-heaven-base-building/3399)
**Author:** [@Lost](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Lost)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2013, 8:06pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/this-is-outer-heaven-base-building/3399 "2013-10-12T20:06:56Z")
After however many in-game weeks, I finally finished the main part of my home base Outer Heaven. \[URL=http://s236.photobucket.com/user/Dark\_Suzaku/media/OuterHeaven\_zpsc11ea711.png.html\]\[image\]\[/URL\] I’m still rearrang… [Previous page](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=492) [Next page](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=494)