Understanding Your Health in GZW: A Comprehensive Guide
In GZW, our Human Health System (HHS) doesn't rely on traditional HP (hit points). Instead, it employs a detailed simulation of various body parts and vital pools like blood and hydration. When your character experiences health issues, they're signaled by distinct symptoms, each indicating a specific problem. In Gray Zone Warfare, victory lies not in treating symptoms but in tackling their root causes head-on. Here's a breakdown of what you need to know:
Identifying Issues
Wounds (red marker): Result from projectile or melee weapon hits that bypass protective gear. Categorized as Light, Medium, or Severe based on bleeding severity. Light wounds heal over time, while others require treatment.
Bruises (purple marker): Occur when projectiles are stopped by protective gear, causing pain. They heal naturally after a while.
Treated wounds (green marker): Follow treatment of Medium or Severe wounds, causing temporary discomfort before healing.
Damaged/Organ damage: Key organs like the brain, heart, lungs, and liver can sustain damage, visible as color changes on X-rays. Destruction of vital organs like the heart or brain results in immediate death.
Damaged bones: Arm and leg bones can be damaged by impacts or falls, displayed similarly to organ damage.
Other Health Factors
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Blood loss: Losing blood leads to negative symptoms, with severe loss resulting in coma. Blood naturally regenerates unless hydration and energy are critically low.
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Intoxication: Increases with stimulant use, gradually decreasing or requiring treatment.
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Radiation: Accumulates in irradiated areas, necessitating treatment to prevent lethal levels.
Treatment Options
- Bandages: Treat wounds but not bruises.
- Tourniquets: Stop bleeding, but don't treat wounds.
- Splints: Repair damaged bones.
- Surgery kits: Restore damaged or destroyed organs.
- Blood bags: Replenish lost blood.
- Pills: Varied types treat pain, intoxication, or radiation; details provided in item descriptions.
- Stimulators: Alter HHS behavior with benefits and drawbacks, effects detailed in descriptions.
Dealing with a Coma:
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Players have a limited time to save a comatose character by addressing the underlying causes—usually blood loss or organ damage.
Nausea can stem from various factors like liver injury, radiation exposure, or intoxication. Given the likelihood of liver injury, utilizing a surgery kit becomes imperative to address the issue effectively.
Remember, understanding your health status and utilizing appropriate treatments are vital for survival in GZW. Stay vigilant by monitoring your Health Panel in the menu for real-time updates on your condition. And never forget, in Gray Zone Warfare, Every Move Matters.