# Latest

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## [Theft without consequences](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/theft-without-consequences/21078)

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**Author:** [@Sediment](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Sediment)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 16, 2019, 7:07pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/theft-without-consequences/21078 "2019-08-16T19:07:48Z")

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So if you make it to another faction camp base and poke around, undoubtedly you’ll see cupboards or shelves or whatever else with inventory in them. I noticed if you take the bag of burritos or box of flour, you’ll be wa…

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## [The Rancher dude!](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-rancher-dude/21088)

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**Author:** [@Lesseps](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Lesseps)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 16, 2019, 10:21am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-rancher-dude/21088 "2019-08-16T10:21:53Z")

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I’ve noticed new profession - Rancher! Then I started in a campsite and few great things happened to me: There is a farm to the east (!). It had a stables building (!!). There was a lone horse waiting for me (!!!). I…

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## [Run CDDA on Ubuntu](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/run-cdda-on-ubuntu/21082)

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**Author:** [@\_k1](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/_k1)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 16, 2019, 7:18am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/run-cdda-on-ubuntu/21082 "2019-08-16T07:18:58Z")

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I downloaded the latest linux version(cataclysmdda-0.D-Linux\_x64-Curses-9491.tar.gz) and extracted it, but when I clicked the “cataclysm” it didn’t start. What should I do?

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## [Fuel expiry dates](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fuel-expiry-dates/21038)

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**Author:** [@Bio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bio)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [August 16, 2019, 6:10am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fuel-expiry-dates/21038 "2019-08-16T06:10:48Z")

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kind of self explanatory, fuel goes bad when not taken proper care of IRL. I feel like gasoline should expire like juice if its not properly taken care to add some more realism. This could help further balance out “d…

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## [Is it possible to "contain" a slime or ant pit without killing the queen?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-it-possible-to-contain-a-slime-or-ant-pit-without-killing-the-queen/21090)

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**Author:** [@Bio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bio)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 16, 2019, 5:26am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/is-it-possible-to-contain-a-slime-or-ant-pit-without-killing-the-queen/21090 "2019-08-16T05:26:22Z")

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For some reason a slime pits entrance is blocked off “hallway down” making it impossible to get to the brain without digging and get constantly attacked while mining. However this got me thinking, is it possible to just…

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## [Prompt Annoyences](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/prompt-annoyences/21081)

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**Author:** [@Balgias](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Balgias)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 16, 2019, 2:27am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/prompt-annoyences/21081 "2019-08-16T02:27:47Z")

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Getting constantly spammed with warnings and prompts when say, trying to use a cross-bow, or attempting to work on something with some zombies making noise in some nearby location, the " ignore " option of the prompts is…

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## [C:DDA Extra Professions (& Gears... ;) )](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/c-dda-extra-professions-gears/10856)

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**Author:** [@Marte](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Marte)\
**Replies:** 31\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2019, 9:17pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/c-dda-extra-professions-gears/10856 "2019-08-15T21:17:55Z")

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So, here I am. After a lot of playtesting and balancing, now it is time to share my work with the community. My addon is called “C:DDA Extra Professions” (“Rebalance” category) and, as the name implies, it adds some ne…

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## [What are some good places to recruit new mea-er, settlers?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-are-some-good-places-to-recruit-new-mea-er-settlers/21062)

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**Author:** [@Bio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bio)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2019, 8:59pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-are-some-good-places-to-recruit-new-mea-er-settlers/21062 "2019-08-15T20:59:12Z")

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I’m looking to expand my base from just two slaves I borrowed from a raider camp but I don’t know where to really look besides waiting around for random NPCs. Do mercenaries count as faction population? or do they just a…

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## [Has the brawling style been removed?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/has-the-brawling-style-been-removed/21019)

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**Author:** [@what](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/what)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2019, 8:17pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/has-the-brawling-style-been-removed/21019 "2019-08-15T20:17:46Z")

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i started a character with a good martial arts skill, but i don’t see the brawling martial art, was it removed?

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## [Cataclysmic Iphone?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cataclysmic-iphone/21059)

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**Author:** [@Estranged](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Estranged)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2019, 8:00pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cataclysmic-iphone/21059 "2019-08-15T20:00:50Z")

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First question should be is the game available for apple stuff? Second question is, does anyone know how the game runs on an iphone 6s plus? I should be getting one by the end of the week, don’t ask why i’m getting an …

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## [What's a good way to dispose of bodies quickly and efficently?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/whats-a-good-way-to-dispose-of-bodies-quickly-and-efficently/20928)

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**Author:** [@Bio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bio)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2019, 7:38pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/whats-a-good-way-to-dispose-of-bodies-quickly-and-efficently/20928 "2019-08-15T19:38:33Z")

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So I just cleaned out a hospital (I think? Hard to tell with hospitals) and now I have to deal with the problem of disposing all the bodies. Manually going through all the piles of corpses to pulp them is meticulous and …

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## [Running out of breath constantly](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/running-out-of-breath-constantly/21005)

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**Author:** [@Abraham\_Limpo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Abraham_Limpo)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2019, 6:12pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/running-out-of-breath-constantly/21005 "2019-08-15T18:12:55Z")

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As the latest experimentals seemed to drift too much from my save (started getting errors about batteries among other things) and I read that the recommended way now is with the Z-levels enabled, I started a new characte…

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## [Firewood Storage not working correctly?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/firewood-storage-not-working-correctly/21068)

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**Author:** [@Caphoras](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Caphoras)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2019, 3:14pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/firewood-storage-not-working-correctly/21068 "2019-08-15T15:14:01Z")

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I placed a Firewood Storage Spot next to my Crafting Spot, which is directly adjecent to my fire. While crafting my character doesn’t refill the firewood and the fire keeps going out. Did I do something wrong? I’m using …

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## [How do you guys play without some savescumming?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-you-guys-play-without-some-savescumming/19582)

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**Author:** [@Krisu](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Krisu)\
**Replies:** 126\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2019, 3:21pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-you-guys-play-without-some-savescumming/19582 "2019-08-15T15:21:39Z")

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I mean, you lose so much progress sometimes. And I don’t savescum mutations or cbms. I savescum BS deaths. Like one time, I was in the middle of the road at night smashing corpses and was suddenly shot by a chicken walke…

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## [Problems at installing Ascension/Winning DDA Mod and endgame thoughts in general](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/problems-at-installing-ascension-winning-dda-mod-and-endgame-thoughts-in-general/21072)

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**Author:** [@Jandof](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Jandof)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2019, 3:20pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/problems-at-installing-ascension-winning-dda-mod-and-endgame-thoughts-in-general/21072 "2019-08-15T15:20:03Z")

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Hi. After I long break I decided to try CDDA again. I’ve been recommended an endgame mod called Ascension or Winning DDA. However, while trying to get it working, I ran into some problems. It seems I can’t find the mod…

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## [Winter activities: melting snow for water, snow taffy, building snowmen, throwing snowballs](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/winter-activities-melting-snow-for-water-snow-taffy-building-snowmen-throwing-snowballs/20579)

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**Author:** [@Bio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bio)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2019, 1:51pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/winter-activities-melting-snow-for-water-snow-taffy-building-snowmen-throwing-snowballs/20579 "2019-08-15T13:51:11Z")

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It can get pretty tough sometimes to carry safe water considering how quickly it freezes. It would be nice to be able to simply melt snow instead of having to always stay nearby a water source or risk dying of thirst sin…

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## [Bionics sugestions (balance/development)](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bionics-sugestions-balance-development/21084)

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**Author:** [@FrankDoe](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/FrankDoe)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2019, 11:50am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/bionics-sugestions-balance-development/21084 "2019-08-15T11:50:14Z")

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Sup everyone, first time on the boards, so don’t judge. Soo, I have have a small pet peeve of mine and couple suggestions. First, some bionics replace squishy parts and should offset the calorie intake requirements. Th…

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## [German Shepherd](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/german-shepherd/21071)

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**Author:** [@Lesseps](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Lesseps)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2019, 9:30am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/german-shepherd/21071 "2019-08-15T09:30:52Z")

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Hello There! I have started new game after a somewhat big break. I chose K9 character and started with a German shepherd as a pet. I have a dog whistle on me. But the dog seems to never attack any zombies even if get hi…

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## [Consume item Menu Request](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/consume-item-menu-request/21079)

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**Author:** [@Trivega](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Trivega)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2019, 3:26am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/consume-item-menu-request/21079 "2019-08-15T03:26:41Z")

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If it hasn’t been suggested yet, I would like to request that the Consume item Menu show your current Food/Drink status at the top. Most of the time the menu covers up my sidebar, it would be nice to know those stats wit…

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## [Turret ammo duplication bug](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/turret-ammo-duplication-bug/21077)

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**Author:** [@Bio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bio)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2019, 2:40am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/turret-ammo-duplication-bug/21077 "2019-08-15T02:40:29Z")

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Setting up a loaded M314D minigun on top a frame with no roof seems to create a infinite amount of 308 ammo duplication when you try and pick it up or move it. I was able to duplicate this effect by uninstalling and rein…

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## [Can't drink from RV](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-drink-from-rv/21076)

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**Author:** [@Bio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bio)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2019, 1:56am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cant-drink-from-rv/21076 "2019-08-15T01:56:08Z")

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for some reason I can’t drink my kitchen unit. Prefab kitchens seem to work but no dice on my giant factory I built

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## [Suggestions for new items?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/suggestions-for-new-items/20697)

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**Author:** [@ecchi\_squid](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/ecchi_squid)\
**Replies:** 25\
**Last updated:** [August 14, 2019, 10:39pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/suggestions-for-new-items/20697 "2019-08-14T22:39:42Z")

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I was thinking it’d be easier for organization to add small plastic boxes and metal boxes for storing items in. Make your own medical kits, store cash cards, etc. Also USB and phone chords for copper wire or transferrin…

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## [Dissecting Corpses Interruption Acting Weird](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/dissecting-corpses-interruption-acting-weird/21035)

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**Author:** [@Miloch](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Miloch)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 14, 2019, 10:29pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/dissecting-corpses-interruption-acting-weird/21035 "2019-08-14T22:29:58Z")

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Version: 0.D-6428-g7cc274d I just updated to the newest version to make sure the bug was still there. I was interrupted by enemies appearing. I was trying to dissect a zombie scientist when a nearby reality rift appea…

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## [Where in the dang are grey masses?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/where-in-the-dang-are-grey-masses/21050)

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**Author:** [@Bio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bio)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [August 14, 2019, 10:09pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/where-in-the-dang-are-grey-masses/21050 "2019-08-14T22:09:37Z")

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so i’m looking into some of the more esoteric recipes that I dragged with me out of the lab escape, but I can’t for the life of me figure out where to get the growing grey masses. i’ve checked the item browser and wiki …

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## [Are shady zombies supposed to travel in packs?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/are-shady-zombies-supposed-to-travel-in-packs/21075)

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**Author:** [@Bio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bio)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 14, 2019, 8:22pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/are-shady-zombies-supposed-to-travel-in-packs/21075 "2019-08-14T20:22:24Z")

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I’ve noticed that for some reason shady zombies always travel in groups. I don’t see anything on the wiki about them actually exhibiting herd behaviour but everytime I see one there always seems to be another very close …

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## [Removing a single tile of roof/floor?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/removing-a-single-tile-of-roof-floor/21053)

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**Author:** [@DreamingSora](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/DreamingSora)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 14, 2019, 5:58pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/removing-a-single-tile-of-roof-floor/21053 "2019-08-14T17:58:54Z")

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Basically I’m trying to remove a single roof tile on a building to let a sliver of light come through the ceiling. I have access to the roof, and I have a pickaxe/jackhammer. I’ve read around online about people able to…

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## [Tatoos and war paint](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/tatoos-and-war-paint/21056)

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**Author:** [@Bio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bio)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 14, 2019, 10:31am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/tatoos-and-war-paint/21056 "2019-08-14T10:31:21Z")

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just for fun maybe we could have a tatooing or war paint system. it wouldn’t do much besides maybe give a +1 fear or joy bonus. basically just like how you can use markers to add custom descriptions for vanity purposes. …

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## [How to get rid of ant infestations?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-to-get-rid-of-ant-infestations/21064)

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**Author:** [@Bio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bio)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 14, 2019, 6:15am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-to-get-rid-of-ant-infestations/21064 "2019-08-14T06:15:03Z")

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An ant colony has set up right next to a refugee centre which is irritating enough on its own, but even more aggravating is the fact that a acid ant nest has set up right next to a town i’m trying to loot, and is making …

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## [World on Fire monster pack - testing & adjustments](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/world-on-fire-monster-pack-testing-adjustments/19548)

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**Author:** [@Trivega](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Trivega)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 13, 2019, 9:30pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/world-on-fire-monster-pack-testing-adjustments/19548 "2019-08-13T21:30:04Z")

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After discussing the possibility of adding more fire enemies to the game, I decided to just make a mod. I need lots of testing & help finishing it though. The mod adds several fire type monsters. The read me on github h…

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## [What is the best/fastest way to do mining?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-is-the-best-fastest-way-to-do-mining/21063)

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**Author:** [@Bio](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Bio)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 13, 2019, 9:24pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-is-the-best-fastest-way-to-do-mining/21063 "2019-08-13T21:24:50Z")

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What is the fastest way to do mining? Everytime I try and get down to work to build my underground tunnel network I always end up utterly exhausted and famished. It seems it takes days by jackhammer just to fill out a de…

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