DnastyFunkmaster Posted December 11, 2014 Share Posted December 11, 2014 The revamped medical system has added a lot of new items that you have to now loot for and keep track of while surviving. It's sometimes frustrating to have to search for aspirin, tweezers, needles, thread, bandages, disinfectant, antibiotics, oh my! Just look at how much more STUFF there is: http://theindiestone.com/forums/index.php/topic/11292-iwbums-build-30/ First aid kits should generate in the world with variable quantities of these medical supplies (all-in-one medkits will be rare). First aid kits should be a specialized containers with slots for medical-related items. I know the devs don't have time to actually play around and find the snags in gameplay like micro-managing all of your medical supplies, but it's pretty obvious that the click-and-drag simulator that is the revamped medical system overshadows the more fun aspects of the game, no offense. Finding first aid kits won't be very common, so it will be a luxury among groups to have one for quick anatomical repairs. The reason medical kits are needed:When all of your med supplies are in you backpack, the game doesn't recognize that you have the items until you pull them out. Having your trusty medkit to take out in case of a lodged bullet will save you the hassle. It will essentially be a container in a container, but when pulled out, can automatically access any supplies within it necessary to dress your wounds. Still, those who don't have a medkit will find themselves dirtying up their duffle bag with their trembling blood-drenched fingers trying to find that damn needle! Bonus idea:Thinking more about specialized containers as I write this got me thinking that they could include tool kits as well. Once vehicles are added, they'll most likely have a whole slough of new items to fix up cars. At this point, you'll want a tool kit in the back of your truck in case your fuel pump starts leaking or your hatchet is getting loose. Though of course, a backpack could serve as this so I don't think it's as necessary. EDIT:Okay so scratch basically all of this since it's already a thing. So much for being a step ahead of the devs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kind-Sir Posted December 11, 2014 Share Posted December 11, 2014 They actually have this at least in build 30.7+I was playing Build 30.7 and within the first few minutes of a new save, found a first aid kid.If you're playing on the IWBUMS build, start a new game and check around. I do agree on the more specialized containers, though.I'd love to see hard cases (like Pelican cases) as well as sports bags (with water bags, etc) EDIT:In the IWBUMS 30 changelog:"First Aid kits will be lootable, and will contain items and implements to help you survive. Tweezers and suture needle holders can be used to remove glass shards, antibiotics will be available for you to take to treat infection etc." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DnastyFunkmaster Posted December 11, 2014 Author Share Posted December 11, 2014 Oh, hahah I guess I didn't look around long enough. I was running house to house because one of my scratches was infected but never found a disinfectant so I jumped on here to cry about it lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kind-Sir Posted December 11, 2014 Share Posted December 11, 2014 Hah, no worries man.You put in good points in your post, and it seemed worthwhile to give it a good read.Welcome to the forums, as well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Florin Posted December 12, 2014 Share Posted December 12, 2014 Check out the Pharmahug in West Point. You're guaranteed to find enough first aid kits and medical paraphernalia to outfit a dozen characters. This post brought to you by Pharmahug. Service with a hug. syfy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darkwhip Posted December 12, 2014 Share Posted December 12, 2014 Hey, talking of specials containers, why not add pouches. .? And utility vest ? And yet holsters.. !? TUUN-TUUN-TUUUUUUUNNNNNN~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Footmuffin Posted December 14, 2014 Share Posted December 14, 2014 Offtopic Pharmahug. Service with a hug.Can this be the official motto for Pharmahug? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSPSoldier534 Posted December 14, 2014 Share Posted December 14, 2014 I would just like to point out that it is currently possible to put 4 watermelons into a first aid kit Footmuffin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Florin Posted December 14, 2014 Share Posted December 14, 2014 What, don't you have watermelons in your first aid kit? PSPSoldier534 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSPSoldier534 Posted December 14, 2014 Share Posted December 14, 2014 What, don't you have watermelons in your first aid kit?No, only cantaloupe now. I used to have watermelons before it was cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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