# The Drawing Board

**URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/the-drawing-board/10.md?page=28

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## [Manually Defrost/Reheat food/drink](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/manually-defrost-reheat-food-drink/18188)

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**Author:** [@Litppunk](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Litppunk)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 3, 2019, 12:39am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/manually-defrost-reheat-food-drink/18188 "2019-01-03T00:39:17Z")

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Seems like something that is probably in the works somewhere, but I havn’t seen it anywhere. If you have a fire/cooking implements, you shouldn’t have to starve until you can cook with new ingredients. I can’t see any v…

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## [Cataclysm survival guide](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cataclysm-survival-guide/18176)

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**Author:** [@Litppunk](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Litppunk)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 2, 2019, 4:17am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cataclysm-survival-guide/18176 "2019-01-02T04:17:29Z")

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## [Is it possible or worth it to make vehicles more realistic?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-it-possible-or-worth-it-to-make-vehicles-more-realistic/18059)

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**Author:** [@Daeros13](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Daeros13)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [January 2, 2019, 2:46am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-it-possible-or-worth-it-to-make-vehicles-more-realistic/18059 "2019-01-02T02:46:59Z")

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I hope this isn’t beating a dead horse because I am sure a read someone touching on this subject before, but I couldn’t find it through the search so I apologize ahead of time. I was wondering if it would add to gamepla…

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## [We make AMAZING suggesting and come up with great ideas](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/we-make-amazing-suggesting-and-come-up-with-great-ideas/18152)

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**Author:** [@redxlaser15](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/redxlaser15)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 31, 2018, 4:18am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/we-make-amazing-suggesting-and-come-up-with-great-ideas/18152 "2018-12-31T04:18:51Z")

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This is meant to be a more professional thread about what You actually want in the game, not like the one this is obviously based off of. Examples of what to NOT put here would be stuff like the following: -Urinating a…

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## [Idea: Road expansion](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/idea-road-expansion/18145)

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**Author:** [@Runningsky](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Runningsky)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 30, 2018, 9:06pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/idea-road-expansion/18145 "2018-12-30T21:06:17Z")

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Tree, seat, trash can,Crosswalk line, signal light and Street light. Maybe also add a bicycle lane :grinning:

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## [New flag HIDING\_PLACE](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-flag-hiding-place/18115)

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**Author:** [@Fris0uman](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Fris0uman)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [December 28, 2018, 4:06pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-flag-hiding-place/18115 "2018-12-28T16:06:22Z")

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The idea would be to make a new flag for terrain and furniture that would function a bit like CONTAINER but for PC, monster and NPC. When you (or another creature) are on a tile with the flag you can’t be seen by othe…

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## [Why can PC's not have life goals? Mod idea?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/why-can-pcs-not-have-life-goals-mod-idea/16376)

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**Author:** [@Casio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Casio)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [December 28, 2018, 1:41pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/why-can-pcs-not-have-life-goals-mod-idea/16376 "2018-12-28T13:41:57Z")

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This might need context, so: I haven’t played for a while, and I forgot why I stopped, so I jumped back in with a new cheat character to freshen myself up. Once I refreshed myself on movement and basic survival, I went …

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## [Idea: Firing/Shooting range](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/idea-firing-shooting-range/16020)

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**Author:** [@Jownky](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Jownky)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [December 28, 2018, 1:38am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/idea-firing-shooting-range/16020 "2018-12-28T01:38:45Z")

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I’ve searched in the Cataclysm DDA wiki and haven’t found anything about firing/shooting range. So do you have any advice about creating a building? Can it be multi-tile (Rectangular)? I mean, I expect it to be like a 2…

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## [Needful things part 2](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/needful-things-part-2/14885)

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**Author:** [@BorkBorkGoesTheCode](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/BorkBorkGoesTheCode)\
**Replies:** 202\
**Last updated:** [December 25, 2018, 3:44pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/needful-things-part-2/14885 "2018-12-25T15:44:57Z")

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Continuing the discussion from Needful things (simple additions to improve the game): So I’ve seen a video of a high-power airgun comparable in damage to the pneumatic guns ingame, and the thing was noticeably noisy, li…

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## [Advanced Inventory Managment and 'Favorites' idea](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/advanced-inventory-managment-and-favorites-idea/17797)

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**Author:** [@7illian](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/7illian)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [December 24, 2018, 2:14pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/advanced-inventory-managment-and-favorites-idea/17797 "2018-12-24T14:14:14Z")

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I’m thinking this has been brought up before, in various ways, but anyway… One of things that I found most tedious about this game (besides vehicle repair) is the ‘return to base’ portion and the all the inventory sorti…

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## [Proposal: A Balanced Way To Address Power Armor Nuisances](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/proposal-a-balanced-way-to-address-power-armor-nuisances/18037)

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**Author:** [@nameless\_survivor](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/nameless_survivor)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [December 24, 2018, 4:16am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/proposal-a-balanced-way-to-address-power-armor-nuisances/18037 "2018-12-24T04:16:31Z")

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While limited storage space and inability to wear clothing while wearing power armor are some of the few things that help to balance its enormous defensive power, the way this has been implemented is kind of problematic.…

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## [We need anti-nasuea meds](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/we-need-anti-nasuea-meds/16407)

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**Author:** [@vlad\_1492](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/vlad_1492)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [December 23, 2018, 11:31pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/we-need-anti-nasuea-meds/16407 "2018-12-23T23:31:01Z")

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Something like dramamine or pepto-bismol for over the counter. Maybe meclizine for the strong stuff.

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## [Mutated/Invasive Alien Flora?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mutated-invasive-alien-flora/18032)

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**Author:** [@nameless\_survivor](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/nameless_survivor)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [December 22, 2018, 10:12pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/mutated-invasive-alien-flora/18032 "2018-12-22T22:12:12Z")

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So I just realized that while we have loads of mutated mammals, reptiles, amphibians, insects, etc, but the only mutated flora is the mutant poppy? While there are Triffids they aren’t mutants, they are ALIENS. And on th…

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## [How to make comfortable furniture/terrain](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-to-make-comfortable-furniture-terrain/18019)

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**Author:** [@Fris0uman](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Fris0uman)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [December 21, 2018, 9:08am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-to-make-comfortable-furniture-terrain/18019 "2018-12-21T09:08:53Z")

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I’m trying to add a new type of terrain that should be comfortable to sleep on but I can’t find how to do that. When I look at the definition of f\_sofa and f\_bed I can’t find what makes them comfortable.

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## [Fortifications: Pillboxes, Moats, Electrified Fences, Etc](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fortifications-pillboxes-moats-electrified-fences-etc/17871)

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**Author:** [@nameless\_survivor](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/nameless_survivor)\
**Replies:** 33\
**Last updated:** [December 20, 2018, 2:42am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fortifications-pillboxes-moats-electrified-fences-etc/17871 "2018-12-20T02:42:02Z")

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In a post-cataclysm world, only the most heavily fortified of settlements will be viable in the long term. It would be nice to have the addition of the ability to construct additional fortifications than what is presentl…

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## [Power storage CBM installation adjustments](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/power-storage-cbm-installation-adjustments/18014)

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**Author:** [@Trivega](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Trivega)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [December 20, 2018, 2:25am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/power-storage-cbm-installation-adjustments/18014 "2018-12-20T02:25:54Z")

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After several cbm runs, I’ve noticed it’s become quite tedious when it comes to power storage cbms under the new install method. If i run a lab, i tend to get out with 15+ power cbms, but if want to install them they hav…

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## [What's the point of tents and sleeping bags](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/whats-the-point-of-tents-and-sleeping-bags/18004)

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**Author:** [@66Jamie61\_2](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/66Jamie61_2)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [December 19, 2018, 9:31pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/whats-the-point-of-tents-and-sleeping-bags/18004 "2018-12-19T21:31:39Z")

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Recently I went on a little trip in my Cataclysm world to discover some new area around m base. I really prepared for it, took a bit of food, cooking devices etc. The main thing I was really lookin to use is sleepin bag.…

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## [Potential engine solutions and fun stuff](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/potential-engine-solutions-and-fun-stuff/17904)

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**Author:** [@ootdega](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/ootdega)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [December 19, 2018, 4:10am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/potential-engine-solutions-and-fun-stuff/17904 "2018-12-19T04:10:44Z")

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I apologize in advance for the verbosity of my posts, I just try to give enough detail to get everything across. I see with recent updates that we can now disassemble engines into basic components. Can’t take the engine…

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## [Fungal missionary NPCs](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fungal-missionary-npcs/17899)

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**Author:** [@nameless\_survivor](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/nameless_survivor)\
**Replies:** 75\
**Last updated:** [December 16, 2018, 10:08pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fungal-missionary-npcs/17899 "2018-12-16T22:08:20Z")

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## [A triffid mutation tree would be cool](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/a-triffid-mutation-tree-would-be-cool/17948)

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**Author:** [@Medi\_Ding](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Medi_Ding)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [December 16, 2018, 8:00pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/a-triffid-mutation-tree-would-be-cool/17948 "2018-12-16T20:00:41Z")

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Though based on its canonical nature, it would probably have something to do with merging with a triffid heart.

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## [Idea for new traits](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/idea-for-new-traits/17896)

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**Author:** [@Melen](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Melen)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 4:49pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/idea-for-new-traits/17896 "2018-12-15T16:49:08Z")

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I was thinking the other day of a couple new traits after watching something on tv. What about claustrophobia & agoraphobia? The character would become more and more anxious unless they were either near or away from som…

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## [More questions about contributing](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/more-questions-about-contributing/17920)

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**Author:** [@TheMurderUnicorn](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/TheMurderUnicorn)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 2:39pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/more-questions-about-contributing/17920 "2018-12-15T14:39:53Z")

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So, I have more questions about what is and isn’t appropriate for contribution/on github. I enjoyed making the cache mod so I thought I’d start trying to add stuff to the core game. Spruce up some of those old location…

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## [Keep the Player Moving (FTL Style)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/keep-the-player-moving-ftl-style/17846)

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**Author:** [@Rogue\_Yun](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Rogue_Yun)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 1:26pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/keep-the-player-moving-ftl-style/17846 "2018-12-14T13:26:16Z")

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I made this post on GitHub and was requested to move it here (Issue #27061). Below is a Copy Paste of the OP. I would like to suggest a game mode that would keep the player moving. One of the great strengths of the gam…

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## [One question about frozen food](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/one-question-about-frozen-food/16696)

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**Author:** [@FrankCB1](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/FrankCB1)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 1:04am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/one-question-about-frozen-food/16696 "2018-12-13T01:04:19Z")

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why all the snake will be frozen in spring and winter,even though it can ont be frozen in the real world.I hope it can be change in the next update. I am a Chinese and my English is not goo. lf there are some grammar p…

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## [Why are spiders allied with zombies?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/why-are-spiders-allied-with-zombies/17805)

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**Author:** [@Krisu](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Krisu)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 8:42pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/why-are-spiders-allied-with-zombies/17805 "2018-12-12T20:42:10Z")

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Is there something I’m missing here? They should be tearing each other apart, not working together to kill me. I can understand cockroaches, but spiders I can’t.

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## [About ver 0.c.8235](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/about-ver-0-c-8235/17760)

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**Author:** [@afei](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/afei)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 1:00am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/about-ver-0-c-8235/17760 "2018-12-12T01:00:03Z")

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CDDA can not run in winXP SP3 since 0.c.8235, why?

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## [Old Guard Support: Naval Gunfire Support, Close Air Support, Cruise Missile Strikes, Supply Drops](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/old-guard-support-naval-gunfire-support-close-air-support-cruise-missile-strikes-supply-drops/17104)

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**Author:** [@nameless\_survivor](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/nameless_survivor)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 12:44am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/old-guard-support-naval-gunfire-support-close-air-support-cruise-missile-strikes-supply-drops/17104 "2018-12-12T00:44:20Z")

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So, while talking to a representative of the Old Guard, he mentioned that the government still has plenty of navy ships and assets available that are being used to support missions and defend the relatively few cities th…

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## [The danger of the plague](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-danger-of-the-plague/17784)

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**Author:** [@Wojtek94](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Wojtek94)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [December 11, 2018, 9:36am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-danger-of-the-plague/17784 "2018-12-11T09:36:50Z")

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What do you think about the danger of the plague in Cataclysm? According to the lore, billions of people are dead or turned into zombies. That is a lot of rotten meat. Moreover, rats and other vermin may carry and spread…

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## [Ultimate Challenges](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/ultimate-challenges/17774)

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**Author:** [@Eastwardrope91](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Eastwardrope91)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [December 10, 2018, 5:33am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/ultimate-challenges/17774 "2018-12-10T05:33:38Z")

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What kind of challenges have you thought up that might be hard to actually code for a actual start. Ideas like starting in an anthill but you can’t fight at ALL but you get all the speed and dodge aiding mutations or cb…

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## [Bloodthirsty Trait](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bloodthirsty-trait/9830)

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**Author:** [@AlmostHuman](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/AlmostHuman)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [December 9, 2018, 9:34am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bloodthirsty-trait/9830 "2018-12-09T09:34:01Z")

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So I have been reading up on the traits and I notice that their was not an opposing trait for pacifist. Anyways I think it would be cool if a new Bloodthirsty trait could have it where you enjoy fighting.

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