# Game Talk

**URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=500

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## [Stay warm, stay dry, stay safe package!](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/stay-warm-stay-dry-stay-safe-package/3280)

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**Author:** [@Rivet](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Rivet)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [September 29, 2013, 7:31pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/stay-warm-stay-dry-stay-safe-package/3280 "2013-09-29T19:31:51Z")

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~~~ MERGED ~~~ A small number of new clothing types to protect you from the elements: long-sleeved shirt - same material as a tshirt, but with sleeves arm warmers - light, comfortable, and warm leg warmers - basicall…

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## [New England Victuals Package](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-england-victuals-package/3091)

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**Author:** [@Rivet](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Rivet)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [September 29, 2013, 7:14pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-england-victuals-package/3091 "2013-09-29T19:14:52Z")

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~merged into main~ Many new foods and recipes to bring the taste of New England to Cataworld! ~Includes~ A new domestic cooking device that uses charcoal - the charcoal grill smoker. Many new foods: condensed milk …

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## [Without a lighter, I can't cauterize with a pocket knife](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/without-a-lighter-i-cant-cauterize-with-a-pocket-knife/3288)

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**Author:** [@Paquito](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Paquito)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 29, 2013, 4:51pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/without-a-lighter-i-cant-cauterize-with-a-pocket-knife/3288 "2013-09-29T16:51:50Z")

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My character is standing in front of a fire, and I can’t cauterize my wound with my pocket knife. The prompt that appears when I activate it says I need a lighter with at least 4 charges. I seem to have lost mine, I’m do…

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## [The World's End Bar ~ Drinking The Apocalypse (non-broken thread)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-worlds-end-bar-drinking-the-apocalypse-non-broken-thread/3282)

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**Author:** [@Ander\_Hammer](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Ander_Hammer)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 29, 2013, 5:43am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-worlds-end-bar-drinking-the-apocalypse-non-broken-thread/3282 "2013-09-29T05:43:57Z")

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(With apologies to Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, et. al.) It’s been a while since I posted on a Cataclysm forum, and I’m certain you’re all thrilled that I’m back. I’ve started to get into modding the game, and one thing I’ve…

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## [Detection](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/detection/3268)

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**Author:** [@Chiko](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Chiko)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 11:15pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/detection/3268 "2013-09-28T23:15:35Z")

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How about a new skill that allows the detection of creature/NPC activity without having to spot them? The way I picture it should work is by pressing the “detect/track” button and choose a direction. It would require yo…

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## [Flu shot](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/flu-shot/3279)

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**Author:** [@dakenho](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/dakenho)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 10:33pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/flu-shot/3279 "2013-09-28T22:33:04Z")

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I can not help but wonder if there is a problem with the flu shot, I noticed there is no indication if you have taken it other than “you feel strong” shouldn’t there be a note in your @ screen that you are resistant to X…

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## [Whan there will be shadow?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/whan-there-will-be-shadow/3276)

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**Author:** [@StopSignal](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/StopSignal)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 10:04pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/whan-there-will-be-shadow/3276 "2013-09-28T22:04:00Z")

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Because it is so annoying to have the game constantly telling you that you can’t read because there is no light, but you can’t see if there is light or no.

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## [\[Exp Build\]Recipes unlearnable from books](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/exp-build-recipes-unlearnable-from-books/3273)

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**Author:** [@Frostwood](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Frostwood)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 4:37pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/exp-build-recipes-unlearnable-from-books/3273 "2013-09-28T16:37:40Z")

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For some reason in the lastest build, you can’t learn recipes that can be only learned from books from books. To double check I downloaded the lastest experimental build, and same problem occurs-Cucina Italiana and othe…

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## [\[0.8-554-gf-809b3d\] new martial arts files give start up debug problems](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/0-8-554-gf-809b3d-new-martial-arts-files-give-start-up-debug-problems/3260)

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**Author:** [@kradidark](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/kradidark)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 3:14pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/0-8-554-gf-809b3d-new-martial-arts-files-give-start-up-debug-problems/3260 "2013-09-28T15:14:15Z")

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In the last 2 experimental versions there was a start up problem with the new .jsons that I think have to do with the floating point values in them. I didn’t test with a character if it breaks the game but it is slightl…

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## [My ideas and suggestions](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/my-ideas-and-suggestions/3149)

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**Author:** [@HS1342](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/HS1342)\
**Replies:** 32\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 2:46pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/my-ideas-and-suggestions/3149 "2013-09-28T14:46:26Z")

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It is here I post my ideas, dumb or not. Note that I do not know if these ideas have been said before or if they’re impossible to create. 1 Some kind of electric system: Some of the problems my survivors had involved…

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## [Style discussion!](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/style-discussion/3258)

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**Author:** [@GrizzlyAdamz](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/GrizzlyAdamz)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 10:26am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/style-discussion/3258 "2013-09-28T10:26:58Z")

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Forgive me if I’m the only one that thinks about this, but I’ve got a \[size=12pt\]fashion\[/size\] conundrum. Here’s what I’m wearing: \[spoiler\]\[image\]\[/spoiler\] What I’ve found out are these stats: \[spoiler\]\[image\]\[/sp…

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## [\[Bug\] 'm' Map navigation and other things \[0.8-624-g5127780\]](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bug-m-map-navigation-and-other-things-0-8-624-g5127780/3269)

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**Author:** [@cloudyrads](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/cloudyrads)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 6:39am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bug-m-map-navigation-and-other-things-0-8-624-g5127780/3269 "2013-09-28T06:39:48Z")

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\[0.8-624-g5127780\] In this version I can’t use the numpad keys for navigation of the map. I’m sure Numlock is on when I was trying to navigate with the number keys. Really hard to mark houses and there is no key for eas…

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## [Some new proffesions-someone implement them](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/some-new-proffesions-someone-implement-them/2995)

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**Author:** [@fishy1234555](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/fishy1234555)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 3:06am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/some-new-proffesions-someone-implement-them/2995 "2013-09-28T03:06:13Z")

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{ “ident”: “wimp”, “name”: “Wimp”, “description”: “You’re a major wimp. You are skrawny and weak. Best played with Asthmatic, and Glass jaw. Only pick harcore if you are feeling frisky.”, “points”: 0, “items”: \[“ts…

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## [Turning like unreal world?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/turning-like-unreal-world/3237)

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**Author:** [@Reaper](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Reaper)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 2:38am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/turning-like-unreal-world/3237 "2013-09-28T02:38:31Z")

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if someone don’t know: ++\*++ +++++ ++@++ see - unsee @ - craracter facing

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## [Sinkholes](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/sinkholes/3209)

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**Author:** [@splaty](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/splaty)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 2:37am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/sinkholes/3209 "2013-09-28T02:37:01Z")

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How do you get out of a sinkhole? I really, really don’t want to lose this character

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## [Guide to tiles?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/guide-to-tiles/3250)

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**Author:** [@Fox](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Fox)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 12:01am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/guide-to-tiles/3250 "2013-09-28T00:01:06Z")

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I wanted to make some tiles by modifying the png for one of the sets that’s packaged with the game, but I have no idea what space corresponds to what object(s) in the game. Is there some kind of guide to it? Or is it som…

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## [What kind of ammo can be disassembled?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-kind-of-ammo-can-be-disassembled/3264)

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**Author:** [@DerpMcgee](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/DerpMcgee)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 11:45pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-kind-of-ammo-can-be-disassembled/3264 "2013-09-27T23:45:19Z")

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I have the kinetic bullet puller and the firearms skill to use it But trying to disassemble any ammo it tells me it cannot be disassembled

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## [Stable .8 bug with welding rigs](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/stable-8-bug-with-welding-rigs/3201)

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**Author:** [@AseaHeru](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/AseaHeru)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 4:23pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/stable-8-bug-with-welding-rigs/3201 "2013-09-27T16:23:39Z")

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This may be an old one already fixed, but in the stable .8 game installing welding rigs that are off the velical map (yes, I make things THAT long) seems to crash the game. Or rather, it sends it to a blank screen of dea…

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## [Charcoal water purifier error message](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/charcoal-water-purifier-error-message/3165)

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**Author:** [@VonCede](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/VonCede)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 4:21pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/charcoal-water-purifier-error-message/3165 "2013-09-27T16:21:06Z")

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When I tried to purify my gallon jug of water (10) with the charcoal water purifier with only 2 charcoals loaded in, I got the error message “You don’t have enough battery power to purify all the water.”, which made me s…

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## [My suggestions thread](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/my-suggestions-thread/3247)

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**Author:** [@Moon\_Dew](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Moon_Dew)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 1:35pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/my-suggestions-thread/3247 "2013-09-27T13:35:40Z")

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This thread is going to be where I put my suggestions that don’t quite fit in a thread of their own. Magazine Armor: Magazine type books and duct tape. Saw it on World War Z and I thought “Hey, that’s a neat idea.” Ba…

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## [Can't just shove a rag in a bottle any more. Molotov problems](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-just-shove-a-rag-in-a-bottle-any-more-molotov-problems/3212)

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**Author:** [@TheGrifter](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheGrifter)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 7:31am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-just-shove-a-rag-in-a-bottle-any-more-molotov-problems/3212 "2013-09-27T07:31:31Z")

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So, when I go to craft a molotov, I have to dump out a full bottle of liquor for some reason. Then using other liquor, I can refill it to make a molotov. Does this not seem a little backwards to you? I think it’s a bit o…

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## [More detailed crafting (weapons can get damaged and item quality)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/more-detailed-crafting-weapons-can-get-damaged-and-item-quality/3222)

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**Author:** [@youtoo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/youtoo)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 6:49am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/more-detailed-crafting-weapons-can-get-damaged-and-item-quality/3222 "2013-09-27T06:49:46Z")

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armor gets damaged. weapons don’t. weapons should take wear and tear from use. Wooden weapons such as pointy sticks shouldn’t last all that long. Guns can jam and need maintenance. items should have quality levels. …

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## [Some Thoughts on Character Creation](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/some-thoughts-on-character-creation/3104)

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**Author:** [@One-Eyed\_Jack](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/One-Eyed_Jack)\
**Replies:** 30\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 4:38am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/some-thoughts-on-character-creation/3104 "2013-09-27T04:38:16Z")

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Currently you can spend starting character points on four things: stats, traits, profession, and skills. In-game, the player has a very limited ability to raise their stats, and most of the traits are difficult or imposs…

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## [New health system (idea)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-health-system-idea/3125)

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**Author:** [@Reaper](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Reaper)\
**Replies:** 35\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 4:26am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-health-system-idea/3125 "2013-09-27T04:26:02Z")

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All creatures have bodies. All bodies have cells. The cells contain the organs / part of organs. Organs responsible for the actions of creatures possibility. I.e.: class body { bodycell cell\[50\]\[50\]; … } class bodyc…

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## [\[BUG\]\[0.8\] Limitless water from Kitchen Unit](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bug-0-8-limitless-water-from-kitchen-unit/3191)

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**Author:** [@kliang677](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/kliang677)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 3:19am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bug-0-8-limitless-water-from-kitchen-unit/3191 "2013-09-27T03:19:17Z")

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I have a RV kitchen unit installed onto a bus that seems to let me drink from it indefinitely even though the water tanks are empty.

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## [Firecrackers](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/firecrackers/3255)

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**Author:** [@UberZacht](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/UberZacht)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 26, 2013, 10:46pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/firecrackers/3255 "2013-09-26T22:46:04Z")

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Yeah, firecrackers. I saved up a few hundred and I was gonna go stealth and light one, throw it across the street to sneak around the zeds. But you can only throw it a rather short distance, so it ended up alerting a few…

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## [\[0.8 Onward?\] Vehicle Turrets](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/0-8-onward-vehicle-turrets/3242)

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**Author:** [@EkarusRyndren](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/EkarusRyndren)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 26, 2013, 10:01pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/0-8-onward-vehicle-turrets/3242 "2013-09-26T22:01:52Z")

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I first noticed it around 0.8, but for some reason it seems like the only vehicle-mounted turrets I can get working are Flamethrowers. Plasma Guns will fire and consume ammo but do no damage, Machine Guns I can’t seem to…

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## [I want a helmet with a flashlight attached to it](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/i-want-a-helmet-with-a-flashlight-attached-to-it/3251)

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**Author:** [@StopSignal](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/StopSignal)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 26, 2013, 9:38pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/i-want-a-helmet-with-a-flashlight-attached-to-it/3251 "2013-09-26T21:38:02Z")

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Duct tape. LOTS of duct tape. A helmet. A random item. Equal: The superawesome handmadecraftingthings! What is this? I tought that it would be awesome to be able to tape a flashlight to a helmet. It could still mak…

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## [NPC problems](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/npc-problems/3234)

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**Author:** [@DevilRanger](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/DevilRanger)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 26, 2013, 9:20pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/npc-problems/3234 "2013-09-26T21:20:29Z")

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I’ve been attacking an NPC for a few minutes, but every attack is blocked by their left arm (though it says i.e. “You hit \*\*\*'s eyes for X damage”), the NPC fights back and I consistently block with my pointy stick. I wo…

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## [Hi-Point Kaboom](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/hi-point-kaboom/3207)

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**Author:** [@StoneCacti](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/StoneCacti)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [September 26, 2013, 8:47pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/hi-point-kaboom/3207 "2013-09-26T20:47:40Z")

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Game needs a Hi-Point .45 that Kabooms when you fire it. Maybe 20 or so damage to hands. Learning not all guns are equal :p) One shot at a time.

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