# Game Talk **URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=555 [Latest](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/tags.md) **Page:** 556 --- ## [The character customization in 0.4 git version](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-character-customization-in-0-4-git-version/1165)
**Author:** [@Heclapar](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Heclapar)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2013, 1:29am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-character-customization-in-0-4-git-version/1165 "2013-05-10T01:29:33Z")
Today i downloaded the git version of the game,and spotted a pretty weird bug.While scrolling the skills screen,if i scroll one text down from cooking, cataclysm crashes.The skill that is after cooking is construction,so… --- ## [Crates and HOW THE HELL DO THEY OPEN](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/crates-and-how-the-hell-do-they-open/1079)
**Author:** [@tacticalshark896](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/tacticalshark896)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2013, 1:17am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/crates-and-how-the-hell-do-they-open/1079 "2013-05-10T01:17:01Z")
Can some nicely tell me how to open a crate without explosives. --- ## [Fire Proof NPCs and Time not Passing Properly](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fire-proof-npcs-and-time-not-passing-properly/1166)
**Author:** [@JoeTheRogue](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/JoeTheRogue)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2013, 8:33pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fire-proof-npcs-and-time-not-passing-properly/1166 "2013-05-09T20:33:51Z")
I’m playing the Linux version on Cygwin in Windows 7. Cataclysm version 0.4-996-gee92ac5 Npcs dont seem to take fire damage at all after I lit an evac shelter to kill a NPC. After the building burned down around her… --- ## [Moving logs for construction](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/moving-logs-for-construction/1163)
**Author:** [@Rokmonkey](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Rokmonkey)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2013, 6:45pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/moving-logs-for-construction/1163 "2013-05-09T18:45:40Z")
I’ve finally managed to survive a few nights and have been doing alright for myself. I now want to build up around a LMOE shelter. The nearest forest is a couple map squares away so I was wondering, is there a faster w… --- ## [Challenge mode: Fatal disease](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/challenge-mode-fatal-disease/1146)
**Author:** [@Disarcade](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Disarcade)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2013, 6:01pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/challenge-mode-fatal-disease/1146 "2013-05-09T18:01:52Z")
Inspired by the Diabetes thread, I got to thinking. What if there was a mode where your character would be inflicted with terminal cancer, or AIDS, or severe diabetes and only have a short amount of time left to live due… --- ## [Mansions are without toilets](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mansions-are-without-toilets/1116)
**Author:** [@pingpong](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/pingpong)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2013, 5:29pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mansions-are-without-toilets/1116 "2013-05-09T17:29:02Z")
Is this some political joke at aristocrats being full of crap? --- ## [Better storage](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/better-storage/1164)
**Author:** [@Mrnocamera](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Mrnocamera)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2013, 1:00pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/better-storage/1164 "2013-05-09T13:00:22Z")
I noticed that when you put something on, it only effects the warmth, encumberence and volume, and if you put on a hoodie, you can carry a tent, so I propose BETTER STORAGE!\[sup\]\[size=8pt\]tm\[/size\]\[/sup\] So when the dev… --- ## [Min-Maxing Melee Damage](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/min-maxing-melee-damage/1161)
**Author:** [@krAbhandz](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/krAbhandz)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2013, 12:49pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/min-maxing-melee-damage/1161 "2013-05-09T12:49:00Z")
I took a look at Melee.cpp but I couldn’t make heads of tails of how bashing damage is capped by strength + skill, or how to math my around cutting weapons getting stuck. Could I get an explanation how the variables bas… --- ## [Is it possible to edit skill levels?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-it-possible-to-edit-skill-levels/1154)
**Author:** [@JLT](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/JLT)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2013, 11:07am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-it-possible-to-edit-skill-levels/1154 "2013-05-09T11:07:52Z")
I accidentally increased all skills of my character by 3 with debug\*. That pretty much ruins this character for me. Is there any way to edit the skill levels manually? I was practicing sewing, sewing kit was at Z. Appa… --- ## [Strong Painkillers](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/strong-painkillers/1147)
**Author:** [@Aggrons\_shell](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Aggrons_shell)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2013, 10:52am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/strong-painkillers/1147 "2013-05-09T10:52:32Z")
After surviving for about 3 or 4 days with my character (and burning myself once .-.) I had roughly 30 pain to control with asprin. This entire time i couldn’t find any stronger painkillers. My sugestion is to make stron… --- ## [Importing old character into new world](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/importing-old-character-into-new-world/1157)
**Author:** [@nuklearwanze](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/nuklearwanze)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2013, 8:10am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/importing-old-character-into-new-world/1157 "2013-05-09T08:10:40Z")
i really want to start a new map - but want to keep my current character (plus one vehicle). as far as i understand, i should be able to modify some files to make that happen. has anyone tried this - or even better: do… --- ## [Can't Compile Cataclysm](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-compile-cataclysm/1151)
**Author:** [@Zirikki](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Zirikki)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2013, 7:45am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-compile-cataclysm/1151 "2013-05-09T07:45:44Z")
Whenever I try to compile Cataclysm it always freezes in the same place. Can anyone help? Here’s a screenshot: http://i.imgur.com/4lpn6CG.png. I’m using windows 7 and cygwin. edit: Nevermind, it was just taking a long t… --- ## [Alternate Endings](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/alternate-endings/1162)
**Author:** [@Nappist](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Nappist)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2013, 3:01am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/alternate-endings/1162 "2013-05-09T03:01:43Z")
I really would like to see endings put in beyond “you die. Play again Y/N?” sometime after NPCs are re-enabled. Maybe you settle down to help rebuild civilization, or you end up playing with an artifact that consists of … --- ## [Minor bug involving crossbow traps](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/minor-bug-involving-crossbow-traps/1156)
**Author:** [@halberdsturgeon](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/halberdsturgeon)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2013, 9:36pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/minor-bug-involving-crossbow-traps/1156 "2013-05-08T21:36:54Z")
Not sure if this has been reported: At the moment you can get an endless supply of steel crossbow bolts from crossbow traps. When the traps are triggered they create 10 steel bolts on the ground, despite the fact that t… --- ## [The Birth of the Item Factory - Items to Data File Overhaul - Help needed](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-birth-of-the-item-factory-items-to-data-file-overhaul-help-needed/741)
**Author:** [@GlyphGryph](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/GlyphGryph)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2013, 6:41pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-birth-of-the-item-factory-items-to-data-file-overhaul-help-needed/741 "2013-05-08T18:41:12Z")
An item, itype, item\_map\_group, tool\_groups, component\_group, and crafting recipe overhaul. https://github.com/GlyphGryph/Cataclysm-DDA/tree/add\_item\_manager What is done: The skeleton of a factory class, to handle sp… --- ## [Permanent or semi-permanent lights?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/permanent-or-semi-permanent-lights/1112)
**Author:** [@pingpong](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/pingpong)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2013, 3:25am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/permanent-or-semi-permanent-lights/1112 "2013-05-08T03:25:49Z")
Nuclear powered lights, or maybe solar panels with some wire leading to a battery and light system? Even if it had to be something as crude as a new construct, a “roof with solar panel” tile, and anything rechargeable un… --- ## [Filter](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/filter/1145)
**Author:** [@Nappist](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Nappist)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2013, 12:00am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/filter/1145 "2013-05-08T00:00:45Z")
Something easy; I found when probing through places I tended to mark already search buildings with X’s, and also dislike looking through piles and piles of random junk I already know is there for the thing I DO want. Th… --- ## [MOVED: Making a trap](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/moved-making-a-trap/1150)
**Author:** [@GlyphGryph](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/GlyphGryph)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2013, 9:59pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/moved-making-a-trap/1150 "2013-05-07T21:59:59Z")
This topic has been moved to The Toolbox - Code Help. \[iurl\]http://www.cataclysmdda.com/smf/index.php?topic=1188.0\[/iurl\] --- ## [Bugs I have found in 0.4 Pre-Release - Growing list addition](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bugs-i-have-found-in-0-4-pre-release-growing-list-addition/683)
**Author:** [@Mikesteam1234](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Mikesteam1234)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2013, 7:13pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bugs-i-have-found-in-0-4-pre-release-growing-list-addition/683 "2013-05-07T19:13:27Z")
Edit: Done for tonight, possible bug report tomorrow. Happy to say, not to buggy at all. Meet the Evil bugs: No starting NPC in the evac shelter? (new change or evil bug?) Can’t light up a nice cigar with a matchbook?… --- ## [What most excites you in new versions?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-most-excites-you-in-new-versions/1137)
**Author:** [@Vorpal2](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Vorpal2)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2013, 1:32pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-most-excites-you-in-new-versions/1137 "2013-05-07T13:32:55Z")
For me, new buildings and places to explore and find hold the most interest in new versions. Playing with the .5 prerelease and seeing churches, public works, etc is awesome. Hell, even the gas stations outside of towns … --- ## [Tin-can stoves](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/tin-can-stoves/1086)
**Author:** [@pingpong](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/pingpong)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2013, 8:54am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/tin-can-stoves/1086 "2013-05-07T08:54:26Z")
I’ve seen little fire cooking things made of tin cans. A recipe composed of something like a tin can, hacksaw, rags, maybe alcohol (though it’d be better as a fuel, gasoline might would work too). --- ## [The Trait Limit](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-trait-limit/1115)
**Author:** [@jumjummju](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/jumjummju)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2013, 3:10am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-trait-limit/1115 "2013-05-07T03:10:17Z")
This is more of a question of “why” than any suggestion. Why is there a 12-point limit on negative and positive traits? I just don’t see a reason for it. If it’s there for balancing issues, then perhaps have something … --- ## [LMOE shelter boxes](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/lmoe-shelter-boxes/977)
**Author:** [@kilozombie](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/kilozombie)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2013, 1:58am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/lmoe-shelter-boxes/977 "2013-05-07T01:58:13Z")
I’m currently in the underground section of an LMOE shelter, and you know all those crates? They say “smashable” but I’ve been wailing on them for 10 minutes now with 9 strength and can’t get the 3 in the back. Popping t… --- ## [Vending machines](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/vending-machines/1043)
**Author:** [@AerialK7](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/AerialK7)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2013, 12:12am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/vending-machines/1043 "2013-05-07T00:12:27Z")
Lots of junkfood/drinks but you have to break them to get into them, which sounds an alarm and attracts zombies? And maybe there would be a ‘vending machine key’ item that when you get it you can open them without the al… --- ## [Roof Cave-ins - Feedback Requested](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/roof-cave-ins-feedback-requested/1140)
**Author:** [@indigo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/indigo)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2013, 11:02pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/roof-cave-ins-feedback-requested/1140 "2013-05-06T23:02:04Z")
When a roof has insufficient support, currently it crashes and makes some noise but doesn’t do a whole lot more. I’m working on more interesting roof cave-ins, including piles of rubble and most importantly, damage appli… --- ## [Random Characters](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/random-characters/1141)
**Author:** [@Ferodaktyl](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Ferodaktyl)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2013, 9:07pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/random-characters/1141 "2013-05-06T21:07:12Z")
I’d like for the random created chars to be more random. Most times they don’t have any traits at all, or skills, only different stats values. Shortly, more randomness please :). (I play mostly randoms, and more variety … --- ## [Lag on scrolling map with git build](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/lag-on-scrolling-map-with-git-build/1104)
**Author:** [@pingpong](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/pingpong)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2013, 6:41pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/lag-on-scrolling-map-with-git-build/1104 "2013-05-06T18:41:18Z")
Just like it reads, not game-breaking, but any ideas? My viewport is 70x50. --- ## [Acid Rain, Vehicles and Roofs](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/acid-rain-vehicles-and-roofs/1105)
**Author:** [@Austupaio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Austupaio)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2013, 11:59am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/acid-rain-vehicles-and-roofs/1105 "2013-05-06T11:59:20Z")
Sorry if this has been brought up, I’m new here. I didn’t include a screenshot or save as it seems easily replicable, I’m running 0.4. So, I’m sleeping in the back of my Semi-Truck (which is entirely roofed over) when … --- ## [Peacoats protect against rain!](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/peacoats-protect-against-rain/1117)
**Author:** [@pingpong](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/pingpong)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2013, 10:58am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/peacoats-protect-against-rain/1117 "2013-05-06T10:58:07Z")
YAYYYYYYYYYYYYYY Man I hate rain. --- ## [MOVED: What most excites you in new versions?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/moved-what-most-excites-you-in-new-versions/1138)
**Author:** [@GlyphGryph](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/GlyphGryph)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2013, 4:39am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/moved-what-most-excites-you-in-new-versions/1138 "2013-05-06T04:39:25Z")
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