# The Bunker **URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/the-bunker/6.md?page=18 [Latest](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/tags.md) **Page:** 19 --- ## [How could I drop my body weight quicker?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-could-i-drop-my-body-weight-quicker/26084)
**Author:** [@vipches](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/vipches)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2021, 10:12pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-could-i-drop-my-body-weight-quicker/26084 "2021-03-16T22:12:58Z")
I think I have a problem to keep my weight lower in a normal way, I take exercise every day in the morning with full strength 120 mins, and only drink a clean water and eat one jerky every day, but somehow my weight jus… --- ## [EMP grenades - how acquire recipe?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/emp-grenades-how-acquire-recipe/21182)
**Author:** [@FunkleBlaze](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/FunkleBlaze)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2021, 6:51am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/emp-grenades-how-acquire-recipe/21182 "2021-03-13T06:51:04Z")
Hi, I’m playing in CDDA for few days for now and I met very beautiful dog… His name is Beagle Mini-Tank UGV… So, there is my question - how get EMP grenade recipe? I have 6 lvl of electronics skill and I didn’t get it. I… --- ## [Zombies broke into house even without any line of sight or noise to attract them](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/zombies-broke-into-house-even-without-any-line-of-sight-or-noise-to-attract-them/26059)
**Author:** [@Bio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bio)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2021, 1:37pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/zombies-broke-into-house-even-without-any-line-of-sight-or-noise-to-attract-them/26059 "2021-03-10T13:37:15Z")
I thought I was doing pretty good at keeping quiet and had a privacy fence all around the house with all the curtains closed, and had just started preparations to turn it into a safehouse, but still for some reason after… --- ## [What does "burning pain subsides but the damage is done" message mean?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-does-burning-pain-subsides-but-the-damage-is-done-message-mean/26055)
**Author:** [@Bio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bio)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2021, 4:51pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-does-burning-pain-subsides-but-the-damage-is-done-message-mean/26055 "2021-03-09T16:51:57Z")
what does the “the burning pain subsides but the damage is done” message mean? I don’t remember being hit with acid or fire. Is this because of some of the radiation mutations I have like radiogenic? --- ## [Cities are basically unapproachable during the day](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cities-are-basically-unapproachable-during-the-day/25123)
**Author:** [@Yarnosh](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Yarnosh)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2021, 6:03am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cities-are-basically-unapproachable-during-the-day/25123 "2021-03-09T06:03:01Z")
So I’m back to C:DDA after a few years. I think the last one I played was 0.C. Now 0.E-2. After quite a few starts, none lasting more than 2 in-game days, I think I can safely say that it’s MUCH MUCH harder now (default … --- ## [Battery Charger](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/battery-charger/15233)
**Author:** [@Bence](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bence)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2021, 5:09pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/battery-charger/15233 "2021-03-05T17:09:52Z")
How does it work? I can’t recharge batteries with it (normal, heavy duty, rechargable, batteries inside a tool). The battery charger is in the car. --- ## [Cluster of Gas Sacs](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cluster-of-gas-sacs/26028)
**Author:** [@Foqus](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Foqus)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2021, 3:22pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cluster-of-gas-sacs/26028 "2021-03-04T15:22:48Z")
Is there any reason to collect these. I’m Having trouble finding what they are used for. --- ## [Questions about spoilery lore](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/questions-about-spoilery-lore/26024)
**Author:** [@Medi\_Ding](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Medi_Ding)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2021, 5:32pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/questions-about-spoilery-lore/26024 "2021-03-03T17:32:01Z")
Can the blob take control of creatures that haven’t been born yet? I read speculation somewhere that the blob tries to control creatures, but currently living creatures are resistant to the control of the blob due to st… --- ## [Bigger batches than 50?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bigger-batches-than-50/26005)
**Author:** [@ThinkSome](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/ThinkSome)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2021, 7:17pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bigger-batches-than-50/26005 "2021-03-02T19:17:57Z")
Is there a way to craft more than 50x of something? To take further advantage of the bulk crafting speedups, of course. --- ## [Deleting single enemies via the debug menu/similar](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/deleting-single-enemies-via-the-debug-menu-similar/26014)
**Author:** [@a52](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/a52)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2021, 6:42pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/deleting-single-enemies-via-the-debug-menu-similar/26014 "2021-03-02T18:42:25Z")
So, as a result of ruthless savescumming multiple “crashes”, I’ve ended up with every enemy in the lab I’m in being quadrupled. Not only does this make exploration a pain in the ass, it also makes reading/sleeping/crafti… --- ## [Does the radioactivity mutation permanently contaminate an area?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/does-the-radioactivity-mutation-permanently-contaminate-an-area/26021)
**Author:** [@Bio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bio)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2021, 6:04pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/does-the-radioactivity-mutation-permanently-contaminate-an-area/26021 "2021-03-02T18:04:53Z")
I’ve been wondering just how much of a loose cannon the radioactivity mutation is, such as possible weaponization versus effects on successive characters. Is there a half-life for the radiation to dissapear or is a base … --- ## [Make NPC read and stay in place](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/make-npc-read-and-stay-in-place/26016)
**Author:** [@hydroplatypus](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/hydroplatypus)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2021, 10:40am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/make-npc-read-and-stay-in-place/26016 "2021-03-02T10:40:21Z")
In my latest game, I recently got my first NPC companion, and have been having him read skill books while I do things around the base. However whenever he finishes reading he comes over to my workspace. I could have him … --- ## [Is there a mod to disable triffids?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-there-a-mod-to-disable-triffids/26015)
**Author:** [@Bio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bio)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2021, 3:35am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-there-a-mod-to-disable-triffids/26015 "2021-03-02T03:35:17Z")
Are there any mods to disable triffids? They’re a real nuisance to get rid of considering how they create a nightmare of a forest to walk through in only a few days I found something but it doesn’t look like its been up… --- ## [How do you effectively use explosives?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-you-effectively-use-explosives/25993)
**Author:** [@spicyshadow](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/spicyshadow)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2021, 12:34pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-you-effectively-use-explosives/25993 "2021-02-28T12:34:37Z")
I have been looking over the different kinds of explosives you can craft. So how do you use them effectively? I know that the smaller explosives like pipe bomb and (makeshift) grenades and the like are supposed to be use… --- ## [Controller/Gamepad - Anyone use it to play CDDA?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/controller-gamepad-anyone-use-it-to-play-cdda/25798)
**Author:** [@zL0ki](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/zL0ki)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2021, 7:22pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/controller-gamepad-anyone-use-it-to-play-cdda/25798 "2021-02-27T19:22:29Z")
Was wondering if anyone uses a controller with remapping software to play the game? I’ve been using reWASD which I already had, with an xbox controller. Works surprisingly well albeit not as smooth as keyboard yet. Mai… --- ## [Bakelite phone in Labs](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bakelite-phone-in-labs/25978)
**Author:** [@M1nks](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/M1nks)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2021, 6:03pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bakelite-phone-in-labs/25978 "2021-02-26T18:03:22Z")
Does anyone know what these are ‘for’. I’ve found two so far and I’m curious. I set one off to test it but I’m not much wiser. --- ## [Is an armor like Curaiss or Dragon Armor that you craft by yourself are (poor fit) originally?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-an-armor-like-curaiss-or-dragon-armor-that-you-craft-by-yourself-are-poor-fit-originally/25986)
**Author:** [@Vrillya-Chan](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Vrillya-Chan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2021, 5:02pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-an-armor-like-curaiss-or-dragon-armor-that-you-craft-by-yourself-are-poor-fit-originally/25986 "2021-02-26T17:02:52Z")
Hi, I’ve make my own costume armor set that i craft by myself in my workshop. But, no matter how many i make armor like Curaiss or even Chainmail, they are not fit for my character or NPC. I already using repair kit or s… --- ## [How much damage does ammunition explosion do?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-much-damage-does-ammunition-explosion-do/25990)
**Author:** [@Bio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bio)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2021, 4:57pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-much-damage-does-ammunition-explosion-do/25990 "2021-02-26T16:57:33Z")
is it worth trying to pick up ammunition that’s cooking off or should I run away from them whenever they start popping off? I just survived a close scrape with a horde of survivor zombies and soldiers by lighting a fire,… --- ## [Is there an upper limit to character weight?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-there-an-upper-limit-to-character-weight/25984)
**Author:** [@GiggleGrassGatherer](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/GiggleGrassGatherer)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2021, 10:51am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-there-an-upper-limit-to-character-weight/25984 "2021-02-26T10:51:45Z")
Just curious. Is there a limit to how phat the character can become? Assuming that I bunker down and have practically unlimited food and water available (and spellbooks to spend the time without technically wasting it). … --- ## [Question about stored calories](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/question-about-stored-calories/25983)
**Author:** [@Delts](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Delts)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2021, 3:09pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/question-about-stored-calories/25983 "2021-02-25T15:09:42Z")
I have character that his calories is always rising, last calories i check using debug is 40k and its still normal in the sidebar, and suddenly it went to “overweight” when i check its 55k…did not eat anything before onl… --- ## [How to set up a loot zone that will collect everything?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-to-set-up-a-loot-zone-that-will-collect-everything/25970)
**Author:** [@GiggleGrassGatherer](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/GiggleGrassGatherer)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2021, 4:30pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-to-set-up-a-loot-zone-that-will-collect-everything/25970 "2021-02-23T16:30:29Z")
My base in underground, and autosorting only works on same z-level so I thought: I want to set up loot zone on stairs, autosort everything (from my vehicle’s loot:unsorted zones) there, haul that pile of stuff down, then… --- ## [Is there anyway to calm down hostile NPC's?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-there-anyway-to-calm-down-hostile-npcs/25961)
**Author:** [@One\_Angry\_Scot](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/One_Angry_Scot)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2021, 8:23am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-there-anyway-to-calm-down-hostile-npcs/25961 "2021-02-23T08:23:37Z")
I was doing the and even though I done it correctly somehow every NPC is now hostile in the refugee center. Is there anyway at all I could change their attitudes towards me permanently? Thanks --- ## [Turn time system algorithm](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/turn-time-system-algorithm/25955)
**Author:** [@wrathofgomorrah](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/wrathofgomorrah)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2021, 4:03pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/turn-time-system-algorithm/25955 "2021-02-22T16:03:02Z")
how does the time system work? assume it takes 10 seconds for you to fire a gun to a monster 10 tiles away. that monster’s movement speed is 1 tile every 13 seconds. then how many shots can you take before the monster c… --- ## [Frozen lab challenge (help with general strategy)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/frozen-lab-challenge-help-with-general-strategy/25934)
**Author:** [@xerenogan](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/xerenogan)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2021, 6:18am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/frozen-lab-challenge-help-with-general-strategy/25934 "2021-02-21T06:18:39Z")
I have been trying to do a frozen lab escape lately (not the deep-freeze) and I’ve been having quite a bit of trouble with it. So, I wanted to just throw my general strategy out there and maybe someone can tell me what I… --- ## [NPC-assisted crafting speed is weird?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/npc-assisted-crafting-speed-is-weird/25665)
**Author:** [@ThinkSome](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/ThinkSome)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2021, 9:53am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/npc-assisted-crafting-speed-is-weird/25665 "2021-02-20T09:53:47Z")
Why is a batch of 2 broadhead arrows +18 minutes, but a batch of 3 is +54 minutes on top of batch of 2? I have 2 NPCs that both have fab 5, survival \>1 and lack archery 4. I understand nothing. 1h30 for 1 (10) arrows 1… --- ## [All the near-cheating weapons in old blazemod?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/all-the-near-cheating-weapons-in-old-blazemod/25937)
**Author:** [@leafgecko](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/leafgecko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2021, 7:29am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/all-the-near-cheating-weapons-in-old-blazemod/25937 "2021-02-19T07:29:12Z")
I am playing latest experimental, with the new Blaze Industries mod i don’t find all those weapons like perforator, avalanche, etc. I suppose they are removed for balancing? Is there easy way to restore them? --- ## [Two broad scope questions on Prison Island start](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/two-broad-scope-questions-on-prison-island-start/22468)
**Author:** [@Lorelei43](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Lorelei43)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2021, 7:51pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/two-broad-scope-questions-on-prison-island-start/22468 "2021-02-18T19:51:29Z")
I tried this one, as a Police officer. Managed to explore a good part of the island, killing 12 Zeds overall and 2 brutes before succumbing. I don’t see how you can escape the island. Build a boat? Not realistic. Swim? … --- ## [Is trap disarming chance affected by focus?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-trap-disarming-chance-affected-by-focus/25933)
**Author:** [@spicyshadow](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/spicyshadow)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2021, 10:59pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-trap-disarming-chance-affected-by-focus/25933 "2021-02-17T22:59:47Z")
I was disarming a bunch of mines and I noticed that they seemed to be failing more often the more pain my character was in and the lower the focus was. Does either of these things effect the chances of disarming a trap (… --- ## [Need some advice on aiming interruption](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/need-some-advice-on-aiming-interruption/16602)
**Author:** [@Badger](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Badger)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2021, 5:28am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/need-some-advice-on-aiming-interruption/16602 "2021-02-17T05:28:00Z")
Hi Everyone, First post here. Brilliant game. Question about aiming - when I’m point blank and try to use, say, regular aim, I get a prompt like ‘You’ve been attacked! Continue aiming’ or ‘You’ve been hurt!, Continue a… --- ## [Stats Through Kills: How XP works?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/stats-through-kills-how-xp-works/25929)
**Author:** [@MarArt](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/MarArt)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2021, 5:14pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/stats-through-kills-how-xp-works/25929 "2021-02-16T17:14:22Z")
First – how much XP do you need for your first point and how does it increase? just “+n Xp” or is it multiplied? And second – how does game calculate the amount of xp you get for each kill? Is there any way to modify t… [Previous page](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/the-bunker/6.md?page=17) [Next page](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/the-bunker/6.md?page=19)