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Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead

A practical guide to what matters across CDDA’s scavenging, crafting, equipment, and specialist systems.

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memory card (XEDRA)

A memory card, can be used to store data. This one has a label on which is written 'XEDRA' followed by a long string of numbers.

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metal axe head

A chunk of steel with one edge hammered down to something resembling a cutting edge. It works passably well, but really can't compare to a proper axe.

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metal fileset

A set of tools commonly used to remove small amounts of material from the surface of metal objects.

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metal funnel

A large metal funnel used to collect rainwater. Less portable than plastic funnels, but collects more water. Use it outside and place a container beneath it to collect water when it rains.

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metal rake

A sturdy metal rake, a must-have during autumn.

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metalworking chisel

A short, stout metalworking chisel. It's used in some metalworking fabrication recipes.

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mild steel arm guard

An armguard, 1.75 mm at the thickest. This one has been made with mild steel.

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mild steel arm guard

An armguard, 1.75 mm at the thickest. This one has been made with mild steel.

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mild steel arming sword

A classic medieval sword, just the right size to use one-handed. Made with mild steel and lacking a proper grip, this is better than the sticks you swung around as a kid, but you know you can do better.

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mild steel battle axe

A huge axe designed for warfare. Made of mild steel, it's passable as a weapon, but lacking a proper grip or a razor sharp edge leaves it somewhat lacking.

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mild steel bladed macuahuitl

A modern reimagining of the large close combat weapon affiliated with Aztec warriors, made of a sturdy wooden club and sharp blades forged from mild steel. Blades are definitely sturdier than obsidian ones. Not great, not terrible.

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mild steel bladed tepoztopili

This is a redesigned version of the Mesoamerican tepoztopili. It's an elliptical piece of carved wood lined with sharp mild steel blades, firmly attached to a stout spear shaft.

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mild steel brigandine coat with shoulder guards

A coat made from tough fabric with steel plates riveted on the inside, with shoulder guards attached to it. Can be comfortably worn over chainmail for extra protection.

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mild steel brigandine coat with shoulder guards

A coat made from tough fabric with steel plates riveted on the inside, with shoulder guards attached to it. Can be comfortably worn over chainmail for extra protection.

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mild steel brigandine coat with shoulder guards

A coat made from tough fabric with steel plates riveted on the inside, with shoulder guards attached to it. Can be comfortably worn over chainmail for extra protection.

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mild steel brigandine with shoulder guards

A vest made from tough fabric with steel plates riveted on the inside, with shoulder guards attached to it. Can be comfortably worn over chainmail for extra protection.

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mild steel brigandine with shoulder guards

A vest made from tough fabric with steel plates riveted on the inside, with shoulder guards attached to it. Can be comfortably worn over chainmail for extra protection.

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mild steel brigandine with shoulder guards

A vest made from tough fabric with steel plates riveted on the inside, with shoulder guards attached to it. Can be comfortably worn over chainmail for extra protection.

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mild steel broadsword

An early modern sword that saw use in the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries. Called 'broad' to contrast with the slimmer rapiers. Made with mild steel and lacking a proper grip, this is better than the sticks you swung around as a kid, but you know you can do better.

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mild steel cavalry saber

A curved sword associated with cavalry from the Early Modern period onwards. Lightweight, but a deadly slashing weapon. Made with mild steel and lacking a proper grip, this is better than the sticks you swung around as a kid, but you know you can do better.

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mild steel chainmail armor

A fully customized chainmail suit. Combine with a gambeson or other padded layer for optimal protection.

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mild steel chainmail armor

A fully customized chainmail suit. Combine with a gambeson or other padded layer for optimal protection.

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mild steel chainmail armor

A fully customized chainmail suit. Combine with a gambeson or other padded layer for optimal protection.

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mild steel chainmail aventail

A wide chainmail draping designed to attach to a cap helmet, hanging down to extend protection to the face, neck and shoulders.

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mild steel chainmail aventail

A wide chainmail draping designed to attach to a cap helmet, hanging down to extend protection to the face, neck and shoulders.

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mild steel chainmail aventail

A wide chainmail draping designed to attach to a cap helmet, hanging down to extend protection to the face, neck and shoulders.

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mild steel chainmail chausses (pair)

Customized chainmail chausses that cover the feet, like booties made of chainmail.

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mild steel chainmail chausses (pair)

Customized chainmail chausses that cover the feet, like booties made of chainmail.

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mild steel chainmail chausses (pair)

Customized chainmail chausses that cover the feet, like booties made of chainmail.

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mild steel chainmail coif

A customized chainmail hood. Can be worn comfortably under helmets.

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mild steel chainmail coif

A customized chainmail hood. Can be worn comfortably under helmets.

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mild steel chainmail coif

A customized chainmail hood. Can be worn comfortably under helmets.

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mild steel chainmail half-leggings

Customized partial chainmail leggings only covering the front and sides of the legs. The zigzagging lace at the back keeps everything in place, and the lack of toes and heels allows them to work perfectly well with footwear.

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mild steel chainmail half-leggings

Customized partial chainmail leggings only covering the front and sides of the legs. The zigzagging lace at the back keeps everything in place, and the lack of toes and heels allows them to work perfectly well with footwear.

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mild steel chainmail half-leggings

Customized partial chainmail leggings only covering the front and sides of the legs. The zigzagging lace at the back keeps everything in place, and the lack of toes and heels allows them to work perfectly well with footwear.

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mild steel chainmail hauberk

A fully customized chainmail outfit, covering torso and arms. Combine with a aketon or other padded layer for optimal protection.

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mild steel chainmail hauberk

A fully customized chainmail outfit, covering torso and arms. Combine with a aketon or other padded layer for optimal protection.

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mild steel chainmail hauberk

A fully customized chainmail outfit, covering torso and arms. Combine with a aketon or other padded layer for optimal protection.

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mild steel chainmail jumpsuit

A fully customized chainmail outfit, leaving the head uncovered. Combine with a gambeson or other padded layer for optimal protection.

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mild steel chainmail jumpsuit

A fully customized chainmail outfit, leaving the head uncovered. Combine with a gambeson or other padded layer for optimal protection.

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mild steel chainmail jumpsuit

A fully customized chainmail outfit, leaving the head uncovered. Combine with a gambeson or other padded layer for optimal protection.

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mild steel chainmail leggings

Customized chainmail leggings. Their straps keep everything in place, and the lack of toes and heels allows them to work perfectly well with footwear.

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mild steel chainmail leggings

Customized chainmail leggings. Their straps keep everything in place, and the lack of toes and heels allows them to work perfectly well with footwear.

20 recipes

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mild steel chainmail leggings

Customized chainmail leggings. Their straps keep everything in place, and the lack of toes and heels allows them to work perfectly well with footwear.

20 recipes

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mild steel chainmail partial aventail

A wide chainmail ring designed to attach to a cap helmet, hanging down to extend protection to the face and neck.

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mild steel chainmail partial aventail

A wide chainmail ring designed to attach to a cap helmet, hanging down to extend protection to the face and neck.

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mild steel chainmail partial aventail

A wide chainmail ring designed to attach to a cap helmet, hanging down to extend protection to the face and neck.

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mild steel chainmail sleeveless jumpsuit

A fully customized chainmail outfit, covering torso and arms. Combine with a aketon or other padded layer for optimal protection.

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