# Game Talk **URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=97 [Latest](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/tags.md) **Page:** 98 --- ## [For Location Modders: a resource website for Massachusetts Cold War era facilities](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/for-location-modders-a-resource-website-for-massachusetts-cold-war-era-facilities/22779)
**Author:** [@MarkJerue](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/MarkJerue)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2020, 7:01pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/for-location-modders-a-resource-website-for-massachusetts-cold-war-era-facilities/22779 "2020-02-17T19:01:17Z")
Since CDDA’s general inspiration is the Boston area / Massachusetts, this website seemed quite handy. This website’s dedicated entirely to Cold War facilities in Massachusetts. It only has info on it. And one more! h… --- ## [This Video Seemed Somehow Relevant](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/this-video-seemed-somehow-relevant/22767)
**Author:** [@Gotdamnmiracle](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Gotdamnmiracle)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2020, 5:46pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/this-video-seemed-somehow-relevant/22767 "2020-02-17T17:46:37Z")
Survivor’s Dream Bunker Would love to see the extremely rare building like this. Maybe the extremely large basement to some mini-mansion. Or some government facility? It’d make an excellent faction quest about having … --- ## [No Mad at the Nomad: The Ideal Wanderer](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/no-mad-at-the-nomad-the-ideal-wanderer/22745)
**Author:** [@Gilliph](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Gilliph)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2020, 3:36am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/no-mad-at-the-nomad-the-ideal-wanderer/22745 "2020-02-17T03:36:50Z")
Noticed a few people like to stay unbound and free from the yoke of a homestead, and instead explore from place to place with only the sky and ground as their roof and floor. So as a parallel from the “Home Sweet Home: … --- ## [Rival Survivors: Unique Random NPCs](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/rival-survivors-unique-random-npcs/22740)
**Author:** [@pawpads](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/pawpads)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2020, 3:34am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/rival-survivors-unique-random-npcs/22740 "2020-02-16T03:34:31Z")
I want to preface this idea by acknowledging that NPC implementation is always going through changes, and that in general a lot more work is planned to improve their behavior. I’m writing this post looking far ahead, in … --- ## [Time delay on ethanol burner heat](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/time-delay-on-ethanol-burner-heat/22718)
**Author:** [@hydroplatypus](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/hydroplatypus)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2020, 2:47am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/time-delay-on-ethanol-burner-heat/22718 "2020-02-16T02:47:02Z")
It looks like the ethanol burner mod now generates some sort of heated condition when used. As far as I can tell it is intended to raise internal and external temperature as the ethanol is burned. And this makes sense. A… --- ## [Font problems plz help :)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/font-problems-plz-help/22750)
**Author:** [@Gados1](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Gados1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2020, 3:11pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/font-problems-plz-help/22750 "2020-02-14T15:11:23Z")
Heey all i hope somone can help me! I have a font problem, then i update my game from build 10311 i go from this fort (see screenshot 1 ) and i realy like that one, but after i update it looks like this :confused: (s… --- ## [NPC killing mobs through the floor](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/npc-killing-mobs-through-the-floor/22760)
**Author:** [@Viik](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Viik)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2020, 12:57pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/npc-killing-mobs-through-the-floor/22760 "2020-02-14T12:57:53Z")
Had one NPC with me when looting a house. Basement was full of spiders and NPC armed with a makeshift awlpike, stopped at some tile inside of the house and started killing spiders through the floor. --- ## [Body replacement cbms](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/body-replacement-cbms/22756)
**Author:** [@Baden\_Baden](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Baden_Baden)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2020, 4:14am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/body-replacement-cbms/22756 "2020-02-14T04:14:19Z")
I see the idea of ,cbms that take up so much of your body where you don’t naturally heal and need to actively repair them, a lot. This is a very cool idea, but with a drawback so big there would need to be a big enough b… --- ## [5.56mm LLC Turret](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/5-56mm-llc-turret/22746)
**Author:** [@Lorelei43](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Lorelei43)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2020, 11:21am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/5-56mm-llc-turret/22746 "2020-02-13T11:21:19Z")
After disabling one from distance (took me 45 hits, I’m not very good in rifle and I did not dare approach too much!) I moved toward the now broken turret. And found 1567 rounds of 5.56 ammo! I believe that’s a tad too… --- ## [Too easy to revert save with launcher](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/too-easy-to-revert-save-with-launcher/22733)
**Author:** [@General\_Patton](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/General_Patton)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2020, 8:25pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/too-easy-to-revert-save-with-launcher/22733 "2020-02-12T20:25:09Z")
I had a brain fart and clicked previous version when I meant to do an update. So it reverted to the version I had a few days ago, and took my save with it. Now maybe it’s my fault for assuming that automatic save backups… --- ## [Request for Comments: C:DDA Mod Registry for C:DDA Launcher](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/request-for-comments-c-dda-mod-registry-for-c-dda-launcher/22741)
**Author:** [@damien](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/damien)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2020, 7:08pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/request-for-comments-c-dda-mod-registry-for-c-dda-launcher/22741 "2020-02-12T19:08:16Z")
Hey folks! I’ve been talking with remroy, the awesome dude who put together the C:DDA mod launcher, about ways to enable more decentralized management of mods that show up in the launcher. To that end I’m trying to colle… --- ## [National Guard Base Landmined](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/national-guard-base-landmined/22742)
**Author:** [@TheZoneWizard](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheZoneWizard)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2020, 6:38pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/national-guard-base-landmined/22742 "2020-02-12T18:38:20Z")
So I make my way through the fencing and concrete and the trees…theeeeennnnnnn my vehicle drives over a land mine INSIDE the base. Then I limp my way a little further inside onto a road, thinking it was a mine near the m… --- ## [Trying to Learn how to edit a Tileset](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/trying-to-learn-how-to-edit-a-tileset/22739)
**Author:** [@YourCompanionCube](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/YourCompanionCube)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2020, 6:17pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/trying-to-learn-how-to-edit-a-tileset/22739 "2020-02-12T18:17:01Z")
I was building my deathmobile and when i installed a 200L drum for rain water it looks like a jerrycan, I’m using MSX Undead people and there are other sprites in the tileset that i would prefer but even with the wiki pa… --- ## [How do you compile on VS2017?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-you-compile-on-vs2017/22736)
**Author:** [@ppanda0421](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/ppanda0421)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2020, 3:50am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-you-compile-on-vs2017/22736 "2020-02-12T03:50:43Z")
Hi, I read/followed the instructions from https://github.com/CleverRaven/Cataclysm-DDA/blob/07d5448dfcfc2c22dd7b07cf234c19de91cab0d2/doc/COMPILING/COMPILING-VS-VCPKG.md. The dependency script(s) didn’t work so I follow… --- ## [Crafting very large batches](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/crafting-very-large-batches/22732)
**Author:** [@hydroplatypus](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/hydroplatypus)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2020, 3:36am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/crafting-very-large-batches/22732 "2020-02-12T03:36:16Z")
Is there a way to craft very large batches of quick-to-craft items? I ask because with the faction camp hunting/butchery system I tend to end up with a ton of scraps of meat left over. Now, they add up eventually, and ar… --- ## [Frictionless Riot Foam Suggestion](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/frictionless-riot-foam-suggestion/22137)
**Author:** [@Gotdamnmiracle](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Gotdamnmiracle)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2020, 12:18am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/frictionless-riot-foam-suggestion/22137 "2020-02-12T00:18:28Z")
I got so excited about this suggestion I had to make an account to did up it. In Hongkong riot police are currently using riot spray that is dyed blue and has a stinging effect to control crowds and identify rioters aft… --- ## [How do I refill zipper bags?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-i-refill-zipper-bags/22713)
**Author:** [@SirPeloDOOD](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/SirPeloDOOD)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2020, 11:34pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-i-refill-zipper-bags/22713 "2020-02-11T23:34:33Z")
I had a lot of zipper bags, with some portions of certain drug, and i wanted to put them all in one zipper bag. So now i have this certain drug unloaded, how do i put it back in one bag? --- ## [Being a mercenary / a supplier. Working for a given trade master from a refugee center](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/being-a-mercenary-a-supplier-working-for-a-given-trade-master-from-a-refugee-center/22576)
**Author:** [@Wojtek94](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Wojtek94)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2020, 6:56pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/being-a-mercenary-a-supplier-working-for-a-given-trade-master-from-a-refugee-center/22576 "2020-02-11T18:56:42Z")
Since refugee centers and NPCs’ beheviours are going to be much better, I think that it may be interesting to add a specific system of interaction with various NPCs. I love Gothic and Gothic 2. There is a great system th… --- ## [Best auto pulp gun](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/best-auto-pulp-gun/22735)
**Author:** [@Delts](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Delts)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2020, 11:46am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/best-auto-pulp-gun/22735 "2020-02-11T11:46:26Z")
What is best gun for pulping zombies? You know when you shoot and blood splatter everywhere then when you check its already pulped --- ## [Possible drawbridges](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/possible-drawbridges/22550)
**Author:** [@MutaMan](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/MutaMan)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2020, 10:19pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/possible-drawbridges/22550 "2020-02-10T22:19:45Z")
In the process of building my castle I’ve come across the conundrum of deciding whether or not I want a moat and it has dawn on to me that drawbridges don’t really exist. I can just use vehicles as a proxy but unfortunat… --- ## [What actually is the scrap suit and why is it pretty good?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-actually-is-the-scrap-suit-and-why-is-it-pretty-good/18834)
**Author:** [@dissociativity](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/dissociativity)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2020, 7:18am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-actually-is-the-scrap-suit-and-why-is-it-pretty-good/18834 "2020-02-10T07:18:48Z")
So this thing is made very easily gathered materials, lots of scrap and really not all that much string. looking at the jsons, it has fairly solid protection, and only needs fabrication 3, plenty of easily gathered scra… --- ## [NPC who can teach you to read?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/npc-who-can-teach-you-to-read/22395)
**Author:** [@DreadRoach](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/DreadRoach)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2020, 11:53pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/npc-who-can-teach-you-to-read/22395 "2020-02-09T23:53:42Z")
I think it’d be cool if there was a (rare) NPC type who could teach illiterate PCs to read, in the vein of the ones who teach skills or martial arts. It’d be a nice goal for your churl and caveman PCs to seek out once th… --- ## [Boulder tossing](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/boulder-tossing/22717)
**Author:** [@MutaMan](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/MutaMan)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2020, 11:46pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/boulder-tossing/22717 "2020-02-09T23:46:53Z")
Wouldn’t it be great if you could do something with boulders other than break them down for rocks? How much strength would you need to pick up and throw the boulders in the game, I wonder. 20+? Hydraulic muscles required… --- ## [Help with new ammo types](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/help-with-new-ammo-types/22711)
**Author:** [@Jninja](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Jninja)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2020, 8:40pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/help-with-new-ammo-types/22711 "2020-02-09T20:40:15Z")
So I have been at adding new ammo for a mod for a while now to no success, does anyone have any ideas of any good guides to follow or a mod I can look at? I’ve looked at the code and replicated from there but it doesn’t … --- ## [Refugees center 'inconsistencies'](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/refugees-center-inconsistencies/22719)
**Author:** [@Lorelei43](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Lorelei43)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2020, 3:43pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/refugees-center-inconsistencies/22719 "2020-02-09T15:43:40Z")
May I humbly suggest that the NPCs int the center get a 30 mn love on a few things? Namely, some guards are not armed, and they are not good in unarmed combat (using the debug menu to check that). Some wear a silly ite… --- ## [Z-levels and zombie mobility](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/z-levels-and-zombie-mobility/22581)
**Author:** [@Tamior](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Tamior)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2020, 8:56am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/z-levels-and-zombie-mobility/22581 "2020-02-09T08:56:07Z")
As “experimental Z-levels” become more and more integrated, let’s talk a bit about zombie’s Z-level capabilities. As of right now, Z’s don’t seem to have any. I.e. they can’t climb anything but stairs, and they can’t j… --- ## [How do i finish this?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-i-finish-this/22693)
**Author:** [@SirPeloDOOD](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/SirPeloDOOD)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2020, 9:14pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-i-finish-this/22693 "2020-02-08T21:14:37Z")
Can’t find anything on the net, possibly because the answer is ridiculously easy and im not picking up. --- ## [Game crashes on execution(0.D-8574)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/game-crashes-on-execution-0-d-8574/22712)
**Author:** [@moorish\_infanteer](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/moorish_infanteer)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2020, 2:10pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/game-crashes-on-execution-0-d-8574/22712 "2020-02-08T14:10:04Z")
My pc uses Windows 7, for clarification. A long time ago i used to play the game a lot and i loved it, had many characters and worlds and even sniffed around mods. Back then i would update the game regularly to the lates… --- ## [New flags for items](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-flags-for-items/22708)
**Author:** [@Jninja](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Jninja)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2020, 10:33pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-flags-for-items/22708 "2020-02-07T22:33:43Z")
I’m wanting to make a new flag for an item that’s camouflaged. Not active camouflage, just something that makes it harder for enemies to spot you. Is there a way to make completely new flags? --- ## [Can't find crucible recipie](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-find-crucible-recipie/22691)
**Author:** [@Krisu](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Krisu)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2020, 7:33pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-find-crucible-recipie/22691 "2020-02-07T19:33:44Z")
I’ve searched h:yes and h:no in the crafting menu but those just show everything. The only cruicible recipie that shows is the clay one, but since I haven’t found a river, that isn’t an option. [Previous page](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=96) [Next page](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=98)