This section is for items usable on the field, those that help build Upgrades at the Shelter, or one of the basic necessities of survival.
Field Items
These are items that are useful in the field.
Adrenaline Shot
- When you've got no medic and your friend is going into shock, an adrenaline shot might be your only shot to save them. Use on KO'd allies to restore them.
- Equipped in an Item slot.
Energy Drink
- A drink filled with loads of caffeine, sugar, and a lot of other stuff that doesn't matter. Cures Fatigue when used.
- Equipped in an Item slot.
Fishing Pole
- A freshwater fishing pole, complete with lures.
- Held in inventory.
- Needed to harvest fish on the World Map.
Lockpick
- A professional locksmith's tool for opening locked doors. Very useful to those who know how to properly use it.
- Unlocking doors relies on the Mechanical skill of the person who has equipped the lockpick.
- Equipped in an Item slot.
Soothinum
- Say no to nerves by Soothinum! A small amount of pills that reduce anxiety and panic. Taken to prevent Panic in allies temporarily.
- Gives the Soothed buff, which grants an immunity to Panic for the day.
- Equipped in an Item slot.
Stuporax
- Stuporax - take one day at a time! Anti-depressants that instantly raise mood in allies. You might be stronger if you don't need them, but taking pills raises your morale faster.
- Gives the Clarity buff, which grants a 25% bonus to accuracy for 3 rounds.
- Equipped in an Item slot.
Upgrade Items
These are items required to build Upgrades in the Shelter.
.38 Snubnose
- This is one of the most common pistols, and is considered a very low-end model of handgun. While light and all-around reliable, its short barrel and size make it less accurate than other guns.
- Equipped in a Weapon slot.
- Also required to build a Shooting Range Upgrade.
Bag of Cement
- A large bag of cement.
- Carried in inventory, and unloaded at the Shelter.
- Used to create the Reinforced Fence Upgrade.
Chicken
- This chicken is surprisingly calm at being picked up and carried around - likely a docile breed meant for keeping in small coops, not factory farms.
- Carried in inventory, and unloaded at the Shelter.
- Stocked in Chicken Coop Upgrade if it exists, otherwise turned into Provisions.
Claw Hammer
- A standard steel hammer with a plastic-coated grip, this tool's previous life consisted of driving in nails or prying apart sections of plywood. Still, its simplicity belies its effectiveness as a corpse-killing tool.
- Equipped in a Weapon slot.
- Also required to build a Wood Fence Upgrade.
Crowbar
- Crafted from medium carbon steel, this is an average-sized crowbar, sturdy and capable. While not flashy or especially efficient at dispatching enemies, it nonetheless is a solid weapon, and assists in opening sealed containers to boot. Somehow holding this weapon both makes you feel tough and slightly nerdy.
- Equipped in a Weapon slot.
- Also required to build a Well Upgrade.
Dumbbell
- Used for staying in shape and packing on muscle.
- Carried in inventory, and unloaded at the Shelter.
- Required to build the Gym Upgrade.
DVD Player
- Used for watching movies, provided there is power.
- Carried in inventory, and unloaded at the Shelter.
- Required to build the Rec Room Upgrade.
DVDs
- A collection of various DVDs, ranging from seasons of TV shows to action moves to melodramatic romances. There's something in here for everyone - especially since boredom makes one much more inclined to watch anything.
- Carried in inventory, and unloaded at the Shelter.
- Required to build the Rec Room Upgrade.
Microscope
- Used by scientists for delicate research.
- Carried in inventory, and unloaded at the Shelter.
- Needed to craft the Science Lab upgrade.
Pipe Wrench
- An adjustable wrench made from heavy iron. Clatters a bit when a heavy blow is delivered, but still capable of dealing a lot of damage without too much of a racket.
- Equipped in a Weapon slot.
- Also required to build a Garage Upgrade.
Seed Packets
- Collected packets of various common fruit and vegetable seeds, including some sunflowers.
- Carried in inventory, and unloaded at the Shelter.
- Needed to craft the Rooftop Garden upgrade.
Toolbox
- A collection of quality tools used for delicate and heavy-duty crafting. Required for construction of certain upgrades at the Shelter.
- Carried in inventory, and unloaded at the Shelter.
- Used to help repair the Fence, and build the Recycler, Workshop, and Mobile Radio Upgrades.
Welding Torch
- Used for auto-repairs and other metalwork.
- Carried in inventory, and unloaded at the Shelter.
- Required to build the Greenhouse Upgrade.
Survival Items
These are items needed to help succeed in the game aside from Provisions and Luxury Items.
Fuel
- Fuel for use in generators, cars, and manufactured items.
- Carried in inventory, and unloaded at the Shelter.
- Used to power the Generator, and power your Car.
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