# Game Talk

**URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=551

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## [\[.05\] (possible) Bug - Game status not saved properly by autosave](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/05-possible-bug-game-status-not-saved-properly-by-autosave/1292)

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**Author:** [@prytoclasm](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/prytoclasm)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2013, 6:36pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/05-possible-bug-game-status-not-saved-properly-by-autosave/1292 "2013-05-20T18:36:18Z")

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Just an abservation. Burned down a house for nails, picked them up, loaded up my flat bed truck, went back to my base. Read ‘Under the Hood’ until skill 3 Mechanics. Did some modifications/repairs on the car, finished s…

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## [Water tank in vehicle is buggy](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/water-tank-in-vehicle-is-buggy/1344)

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**Author:** [@TheKaltur](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheKaltur)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2013, 3:45pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/water-tank-in-vehicle-is-buggy/1344 "2013-05-20T15:45:36Z")

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I’ve got a water tank in my vehicle to support my kitchen unit, but it’s now filled by -5%… The first time I tried to fill it it counted correctly but when I tried it again it suddenly counted backwards. Another thing: …

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## [New Volume System, and Useful Canteens](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-volume-system-and-useful-canteens/1341)

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**Author:** [@kilozombie](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/kilozombie)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2013, 3:17pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-volume-system-and-useful-canteens/1341 "2013-05-20T15:17:21Z")

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For the volume system… …wielding a backpack or any other storage item should add the item’s storage capacity. I gained notice of how useful this could be playing some more SS13. Backpacks are handled as individual cont…

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## [Starting Evac Shelter w/ Hardcore Trait tiein](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/starting-evac-shelter-w-hardcore-trait-tiein/1342)

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**Author:** [@Miloch](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Miloch)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2013, 3:14pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/starting-evac-shelter-w-hardcore-trait-tiein/1342 "2013-05-20T15:14:17Z")

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I was thinking maybe there should be an added restriction that makes it so your starting evac shelter cannot have a Triffid or Swamp within 10 tiles of it. If it does, it’ll discard that start location and choose anothe…

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## [Supressed NailGuns](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/supressed-nailguns/1339)

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**Author:** [@MassiveEffectz](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/MassiveEffectz)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2013, 3:04pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/supressed-nailguns/1339 "2013-05-20T15:04:25Z")

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They dont work. Nailguns with the suppressor attachment dont work. I guess ill have to go unstealthy with them.

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## [Reading difficult books](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/reading-difficult-books/1338)

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**Author:** [@TheKaltur](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheKaltur)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2013, 2:38pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/reading-difficult-books/1338 "2013-05-20T14:38:56Z")

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I could imagine, that you, if get to a higher skill-level after having read a difficult book, are pretty happy and have a kind of “light bulb moment”, whos morale boost will be over the “disliking difficult book” ones… T…

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## [Throwing Martial Style(or... HADOUKEN!)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/throwing-martial-style-or-hadouken/1334)

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**Author:** [@Wanderer](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Wanderer)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2013, 12:25pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/throwing-martial-style-or-hadouken/1334 "2013-05-20T12:25:08Z")

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In version 0.5, \[glow=red,2,300\]you can use the equipped martial style as a throwing object\[/glow\]. It always does 0 points of damage, even Headshotting with Str 15, Dex 15 and Throwing 4… …but it can be used to train T…

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## [Cant see morale in .5](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-see-morale-in-5/1319)

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**Author:** [@youtoo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/youtoo)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2013, 11:52am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-see-morale-in-5/1319 "2013-05-20T11:52:14Z")

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% is not mapped. When i look in commands I don’t see it listed. its still in wiki as showing morale

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## [Limiting skills progression](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/limiting-skills-progression/1323)

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**Author:** [@Ferodaktyl](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Ferodaktyl)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2013, 8:59am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/limiting-skills-progression/1323 "2013-05-20T08:59:33Z")

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I was thinking about choosing the skills at the beginning just as we do now, but instead of raising the skill value (from 0 to 1 or 2 or whatever), this option would allow you to set some main skills that you can max out…

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## [Something amazing!](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/something-amazing/1317)

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**Author:** [@TheRealTenman](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheRealTenman)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2013, 8:30am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/something-amazing/1317 "2013-05-20T08:30:42Z")

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In the morning of the first day adventuring a few Z wandered or followed me to my safehouse. I promptly killed them. At noon my third looting trip was under way and another bunch of Z’s were at my front door. I promptly…

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## [Seams to be running more slowly since 0.5](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/seams-to-be-running-more-slowly-since-0-5/1328)

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**Author:** [@Jack\_Slinger](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Jack_Slinger)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2013, 7:48am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/seams-to-be-running-more-slowly-since-0-5/1328 "2013-05-20T07:48:38Z")

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I think the devs are aware of this so sorry if this is an unnecessary post, but on the windows 0.5 build the game seams to be running more slowly and jerkily. But its still a great update, so well done guys keep it up.

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## [Above ground z-levels, why are they not in yet?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/above-ground-z-levels-why-are-they-not-in-yet/1229)

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**Author:** [@LazyCat](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/LazyCat)\
**Replies:** 91\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2013, 6:16am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/above-ground-z-levels-why-are-they-not-in-yet/1229 "2013-05-20T06:16:07Z")

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Simply put, caves function differently than towers. What is it you think functions differently? There are lazy hacks which work for caves and rock, but poorly for sky. Like what? The code was submitted as a \[url=https:…

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## [Can't empty liquid containers without drinking (0.4-git)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-empty-liquid-containers-without-drinking-0-4-git/1321)

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**Author:** [@TheKaltur](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheKaltur)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2013, 4:06am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-empty-liquid-containers-without-drinking-0-4-git/1321 "2013-05-20T04:06:46Z")

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AFAIK in the older versions it was like that: you could unload a liquid container and pour the contents in another container or on the floor by using Unload, but for me it doesn’t work anymore. It just says: You can’t un…

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## [Toolbox for vehicles](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/toolbox-for-vehicles/1336)

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**Author:** [@JimQuaid](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/JimQuaid)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2013, 3:19am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/toolbox-for-vehicles/1336 "2013-05-20T03:19:46Z")

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A module for vehicles that supplies unpowered tools in crafting or construction the same way the RV unit counts as a pot/frying pan. Spawns in garages and maybe in future firefighting stations and fire engines (hint-hint)…

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## [Vehicle: Internal Lights](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/vehicle-internal-lights/1315)

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**Author:** [@Miloch](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Miloch)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2013, 1:10am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/vehicle-internal-lights/1315 "2013-05-20T01:10:24Z")

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Almost exactly like a headlight, just called internal light. Different switch from headlights. Mainly so you can turn them on without the headlights. Also floodlights would be good. Can we get headlights to show more…

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## [Cataclysm: Infinite F\*\*\*ing Worms Ahead](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cataclysm-infinite-f-ing-worms-ahead/1077)

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**Author:** [@Solusphere](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Solusphere)\
**Replies:** 25\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2013, 1:09am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cataclysm-infinite-f-ing-worms-ahead/1077 "2013-05-20T01:09:26Z")

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I’ve been playing Cataclysm for a few weeks now. I think i’ve mostly gotten the hang of it, and I have to say that the survivalist aspect of the game really appeals to me, or at least it would, if every time I attempted …

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## [How do I start vehicle construction](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-i-start-vehicle-construction/1331)

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**Author:** [@DerpMcgee](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/DerpMcgee)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2013, 9:57pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-i-start-vehicle-construction/1331 "2013-05-19T21:57:09Z")

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Do I activate the steel frame or examine it?

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## [Ambient Background Sound](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/ambient-background-sound/1329)

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**Author:** [@Justice](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Justice)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2013, 9:03pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/ambient-background-sound/1329 "2013-05-19T21:03:27Z")

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GlyphGryph, here are links to the raw recordings on YouTube, for future reference. I’m sure better quality are available somewhere. Earth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JottrWyH7tA Jupiter: https://www.youtube.com/wa…

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## [Cutting down string and ropes](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cutting-down-string-and-ropes/437)

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**Author:** [@macro](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/macro)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2013, 8:08pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cutting-down-string-and-ropes/437 "2013-05-19T20:08:57Z")

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Hello. Thanks for the continuing work devs, this is becoming a fantastic game. I have a request on ropes and strings. Currently you can construct strings and ropes via the crafting menu from smaller pieces. ie: 50 th…

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## [A crossbow with a rubber hose as it's string is a slingshot](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/a-crossbow-with-a-rubber-hose-as-its-string-is-a-slingshot/1310)

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**Author:** [@Bladerock](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bladerock)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2013, 7:38pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/a-crossbow-with-a-rubber-hose-as-its-string-is-a-slingshot/1310 "2013-05-19T19:38:28Z")

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Well, technically a speargun. The crossbow in the game uses “rubber hose” to craft when a real crossbow derives it’s power from it’s arms in the same way a bow does. It should basically be the same recipe as the bow with…

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## [Cataclysm (not responding)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cataclysm-not-responding/1113)

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**Author:** [@Aggrons\_shell](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Aggrons_shell)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2013, 6:08pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cataclysm-not-responding/1113 "2013-05-19T18:08:23Z")

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So, i’m on a laptop and i downloaded Cataclysm DDA for windows. I come to play it, but whenever i loadit up i get a white screen and when i click at the top it says something like Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead - 0.4 (Not R…

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## [How to select parts of vehicle tiles?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-to-select-parts-of-vehicle-tiles/1303)

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**Author:** [@Mate](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Mate)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2013, 5:18pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-to-select-parts-of-vehicle-tiles/1303 "2013-05-19T17:18:28Z")

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I’ve checked the wiki, but enter doesn’t seem to work.

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## [Some ideas](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/some-ideas/1322)

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**Author:** [@youtoo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/youtoo)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2013, 3:34pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/some-ideas/1322 "2013-05-19T15:34:46Z")

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Some random ideas. Hope you guys don’t think they are stupid. some buildings need more stuff: Bar: pool cue and pool balls. not real useful. very little liquor. Shouldn’t there be more licquor? Coffee Shop: I think th…

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## [Getting frostbite in mild weather \[0.5-72-g7eff9b9-dirty\]](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/getting-frostbite-in-mild-weather-0-5-72-g7eff9b9-dirty/1320)

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**Author:** [@Rexor](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Rexor)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2013, 1:46pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/getting-frostbite-in-mild-weather-0-5-72-g7eff9b9-dirty/1320 "2013-05-19T13:46:20Z")

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My character’s face is pretty much destroyed by frostbite due to, get this, exposure to temperatures as low as 12 degrees centrigrade! That’s well above freezing. My movement is penalized by -80% because of it. I’m playi…

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## [0.5 Artifact becomes none (Spoiler)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/0-5-artifact-becomes-none-spoiler/1267)

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**Author:** [@Mythius](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Mythius)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2013, 11:43am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/0-5-artifact-becomes-none-spoiler/1267 "2013-05-19T11:43:15Z")

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So I picked up a glittering lamp artifact. I even used it a few times without incident. I noticed it seems to recharge when you hold it, but it SEEMS to cause pain when it does so. So, I used it but hurriedly stashed it …

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## [Driving Vision](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/driving-vision/1316)

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**Author:** [@Miloch](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Miloch)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2013, 10:58am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/driving-vision/1316 "2013-05-19T10:58:11Z")

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I would like to suggest an option for driving vision mode. As in it’ll be in the options to turn it on. When it’s on, your vision will move (aka the vision box itself) towards the direction you are driving. How far wi…

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## [Addictions](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/addictions/1314)

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**Author:** [@DerpMcgee](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/DerpMcgee)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2013, 8:35am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/addictions/1314 "2013-05-19T08:35:42Z")

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Anyway to get rid of them? Drugs r bad mkaaaaaay.

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## [This Game is Stunningly Zombielicious!](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/this-game-is-stunningly-zombielicious/1304)

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**Author:** [@saklaus](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/saklaus)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2013, 7:56am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/this-game-is-stunningly-zombielicious/1304 "2013-05-19T07:56:57Z")

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Seriously, guys, I just registered to tell you how amazed I am by your work. I can’t remember the last time I was having so much fun playing a videogame. Must have been in the 90ies. I am very grateful to be able to wast…

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## [Shotgun Traps Disarm Loot & Extra Battery Welder Bug](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/shotgun-traps-disarm-loot-extra-battery-welder-bug/1299)

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**Author:** [@Miloch](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Miloch)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2013, 5:34am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/shotgun-traps-disarm-loot-extra-battery-welder-bug/1299 "2013-05-19T05:34:47Z")

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Disarming a shotgun trap should return a shell or two if successful. Also, should have different kind of traps based on ammo/gun used. Maybe use the new flags to help this? I used the double battery power on the welde…

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## [Weapon's kills counter and/or remaining weapon ammo color](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/weapons-kills-counter-and-or-remaining-weapon-ammo-color/1300)

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**Author:** [@Reaper](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Reaper)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2013, 4:13am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/weapons-kills-counter-and-or-remaining-weapon-ammo-color/1300 "2013-05-19T04:13:45Z")

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Write in weapon caption count killed emenies. Example: SIG Pro .40 \[18\] do color remaining weapon ammo SIG Pro .40 \[18\] (10) SIG Pro .40 \[18\] (5) SIG Pro .40 \[18\] (0)

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