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'''Traps''' consist of one '''weapon''' plus one '''base'''.
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==Overview==
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The Hunter's '''Trap''' consists of several components:
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*[[Weapon]]: The part of the trap that (with very few exceptions) determines the [[Power Type]] of the '''Trap'''.
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:*It is not possible to hunt without a '''weapon'''.
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:*Many '''weapons''' can have their appearance changed through the application of trap [[Skins]].
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*[[Base]]: The part of the trap that holds the weapon and bait.
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:*It is not possible to hunt without a '''base'''.
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*[[Bait]]: Also called [[cheese]], this is the part of the trap that brings the mice to the Hunter.
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:*The type of '''bait''' used often determines the mice the Hunter will encounter.
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:*It is not possible to hunt without '''bait'''.
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*[[Charm]]: An optional trinket that can be added to the trap setup to change various trap attributes.
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:*'''Charms''' can affect trap statistics, the type of loot found, and the type of mice encountered.
  
Along with [[cheese]], traps are absolutely essential for catching [[mice]]. (In fact, unlike cheese that can run out, it is impossible '''not''' to have a trap.) The term ''trap'' is sometimes used interchangeably with ''weapon'', although in the strictest sense that is not correct.
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A hunter's '''weapons''', '''bases''' and '''charms''' appear in the [{{MHdomain}}/inventory.php?tab=traps Traps] [[Inventory]] tab. A hunter can select which trap component is armed from the inventory page, from the primary [[Camp]] page, and also from a [[Trapsmith]] / [[Charm Shoppe]] just after purchasing a trap component. Additionally, each [[Hunter's Profile]] includes a status of how many trap components a hunter owns, split into lists of weapons and bases (charms are not displayed here) on the [{{MHdomain}}/profile.php?tab=items Items] tab.
  
The weapon is the part of the trap that does the actual catching of the mice and is arguably the much more important part of the trap as it contributes the majority of the power to the setup. The base is the part upon which the trap rests and which holds the cheese.  Each part of the trap, weapon and base, has its own characteristics (described below) that will affect a hunter's success when used in certain areas, against certain mice, and so on, and it is not always the most powerful combination that is most appropriate in every situation. All factors must be taken into consideration to design a trap that meets the individual hunter's goals.
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A hunter's '''baits''' appear in the [{{MHdomain}}/inventory.php?tab=cheese Cheese] [[Inventory]] tab. A hunter can select which cheese is armed from the inventory page, from the primary [[Camp]] page, and also from a [[Cheese Shoppe]] just after purchasing a trap component.  
  
Traps are available at all [[Trapsmiths]] and occasionally at [[Ronza's Traveling Shoppe]]. Every beginning hunter is given a choice between one of two weapons ([[Tacky Glue Trap]] or [[High Tension Spring]]) plus a [[Wooden Base]]. As hunters capture more mice and get more gold and experience, they can (and should) upgrade their traps with better components to increase their success in catching more powerful mice.
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===Trap stats===
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There are a number of factors that contribute to a trap setup's effectiveness when hunting.
  
==Trap Attributes==
 
A list of the various attributes that a trap has.
 
===Component stats===
 
 
*[[Power]]  
 
*[[Power]]  
 
:The overall strength of the component. Traps with higher power are more likely to catch mice.
 
:The overall strength of the component. Traps with higher power are more likely to catch mice.
*[[Power Type]] (see below)
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*[[Power Type]]
 
:Mice have specific [[Effectiveness|weaknesses]] to certain Power Types. Using the appropriate weapon in the appropriate area is a critical part of any hunter’s strategy.
 
:Mice have specific [[Effectiveness|weaknesses]] to certain Power Types. Using the appropriate weapon in the appropriate area is a critical part of any hunter’s strategy.
 
*[[Power Bonus]]
 
*[[Power Bonus]]
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:The attraction bonus boosts the attraction power of the bait being used increasing the odds of a mouse approaching a hunter’s trap.
 
:The attraction bonus boosts the attraction power of the bait being used increasing the odds of a mouse approaching a hunter’s trap.
 
*[[Luck]]
 
*[[Luck]]
:Some components are designed to offer small chances of catching a mouse regardless of the mouse’s strength. It is not uncommon for lucky traps to grant hunters the ability to catch mice that seem far too powerful for their trap.
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:Some components are designed to offer small chances of catching a mouse regardless of the mouse’s strength. It is not uncommon for lucky traps to grant hunters the ability to catch mice that seem far too powerful for their trap.  
 
*[[Cheese Effect]]
 
*[[Cheese Effect]]
 
:Any time a mouse is not attracted to a trap during a hunt there is a chance for the cheese to turn stale. Some components are built using harmful chemicals that increase the odds of spoiling bait. Traps with a fresh cheese effect help reduce the likelihood of cheese turning stale.
 
:Any time a mouse is not attracted to a trap during a hunt there is a chance for the cheese to turn stale. Some components are built using harmful chemicals that increase the odds of spoiling bait. Traps with a fresh cheese effect help reduce the likelihood of cheese turning stale.
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*'''Special Effects
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:Many traps have special effects when used in certain locations, when specific [[weapons]], [[bases]], [[bait]], and/or [[Charm|charms]] are combined, or against specific mice or [[Mouse Group|mouse groups]].
  
===[[Power Type]]s===
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==Obtaining Trap Components==
Traps with different power types vary in [[effectiveness]] against different power types of mice.
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The various trap components have a variety of sources. Hunters will encounter many new components as they progress through the game.
  
*[[Arcane]]
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===Obtaining [[Weapons]]===
:Traps utilizing arcane damage come from sources shrouded in mystery. The strength of arcane damage increases proportionally against forgotten mice, making the traps especially effective in the [[Bristle Woods]].
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'''Weapons''' can be obtained in the following ways (not all weapons are available via all methods):  
*[[Forgotten]]
 
:Long before the castle was built, the lands of Gnawnia were quite a different place littered with hunting strategies that have not been spoken of since. Mice that utilize these long-forgotten tactics are amongst the most difficult to catch.
 
*[[Hydro]]
 
:Effective against mice who dwell in and around water. Hydro traps are designed to capture a mouse even if they are lurking deep below the water's surface.
 
*[[Physical]]
 
:The most straightforward type of damage a trap weapon can inflict. It is effective against a variety of mice.
 
*[[Shadow]]
 
:Shadow is a magical type of damage that is very effective against ghostly breeds of mice.
 
*[[Tactical]]
 
:Built upon research of battle strategy, these traps are especially strong against mice trained in the art of war.
 
  
==Bases==
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*Purchased at a variety of [[Trapsmiths]]
Shown below is a table with the statistics of all bases currently in-game. Click on the sorting box below a particular attribute to do a quick comparison.
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*Crafted using a combination of [[Blueprint]]s, looted '''trap parts''', and other items.
{| class="sortable" border="1" cellpadding="6" style="border-collapse:collapse; text-align:center; margin:5px 0 5px 20px;"
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*Obtained as [[loot]]
|- valign="bottom" bgcolor="#cccccc"
 
! align="left" | Base
 
! Power<br/>
 
! Power<br/>Bonus<br/>
 
! Attraction<br />Bonus<br/>
 
! Luck<br/>
 
! nowrap | Cheese Effect<br/>
 
! Points<br/>Needed<br/>
 
! Price<br/>
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align=left | [[Aqua Base]]
 
| 230 || 0% || 0% || 8 || <span style="display:none;">48</span>No Effect || 1,140,000 || 124,900
 
|-
 
! align=left | [[Birthday Cake Base]] <sup>3</sup>
 
| 175 || 11% || 5% || 0 || <span style="display:none;">48</span>No Effect || 0 || 12,350
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align=left | [[Dehydration Base]] <sup>1</sup>
 
| 225 || 0% || 5% || 4 || <span style="display:none;">60</span>Insanely Fresh || <span style="display:none;">50000</span>Journeyman+ || 22,756–<br/>25,060
 
|-
 
! align=left | [[Explosive Base]]
 
| 300 || 5% || 5% || 0 || <span style="display:none;">45</span>Stale || 22,500 || 29,775
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align=left | [[Polar Base]] <sup>2</sup>
 
| 200 || 10% || 0% || 4 || <span style="display:none;">60</span>Insanely Fresh || 90,000 || 59,550
 
|-
 
! align=left | [[Stone Base]]
 
| 150 || 10% || 0% || 0 || <span style="display:none;">51</span>Fresh || 5,000 || 6,175–<br/>6,793
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align=left | [[Tribal Base]]
 
| 175 || 18% || 2% || 0 || <span style="display:none;">51</span>Fresh || 14,000,000 || 499,600
 
|-
 
! align=left | [[Wooden Base]]
 
| 35 || 0% || 0% || 0 || <span style="display:none;">54</span>Very Fresh || 0 || 300
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align=left nowrap | [[Wooden Base with Target]]
 
| 75 || 0% || 20% || 0 || <span style="display:none;">48</span>No Effect || 650 || 1,225
 
|}
 
:<sup>1</sup> The listed cost of the Dehydration Base is based on the minimum prices of the necessary [[crafting]] ingredients; it may cost more depending on where the ingredients are purchased.
 
:<sup>2</sup> The Polar Base has twice been available for sale at [[Ronza's Traveling Shoppe]]. It was also available as a [[Gift]] during the Christmas (late December 2008) giveaway and as a [[Fancy Birthday Gift]] during the Birthday (7 March 2009) giveaway.
 
:<sup>3</sup> The Birthday Cake Base was available as a [[Fancy Birthday Gift]] on 7 March 2009 and from [[Ronza's Traveling Shoppe]] starting on 9 March 2009.
 
  
==Weapons==
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A full list of '''weapons''' can be found [[Weapons#Table of Weapons|here]].<br/>
Please refer to the individual trap pages for additional purchasing information, including trapsmith locations and refund amounts. Click on the sorting box below a particular attribute to do a quick comparison.
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A full list of '''weapons''' sorted by '''power type''' can be found [[Power Type|here]].<br/>
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A full list of '''skins''' for '''weapons''' can be found [[Skins|here]].
  
<!-- EDITORS: Please note that using a range of prices messes up sorting on the Price column in some ways, but it's a small price to pay for peace. -->
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The [[Creepy Coffin Trap]] and [[Shrink Ray Trap]] can be traded with other players or sold on the [[Marketplace]].
{| class="sortable" border="1" cellpadding="6" style="border-collapse:collapse; text-align:center; margin:5px 0 5px 20px;"
 
|- valign="bottom" bgcolor="#cccccc"
 
! align="left" | Weapon
 
! Power<br />
 
! Power<br />Type<br />
 
! Power<br />Bonus<br />
 
! Attraction<br />Bonus<br />
 
! Luck<br />
 
! Cheese<br />Effect<br />
 
! Points<br />Needed<br />
 
! Price<br />
 
|-
 
! align="left" | [[500 Pound Spiked Crusher]]
 
| 250 || Physical || 10% || 0% || 1 || <span style="display:none;">48</span>No Effect || 2,100 || 3,450
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align="left" | [[Ambrosial Portal]]
 
| 1,025 || Shadow || 0% || 5% || 0 || <span style="display:none;">51</span>Fresh || 182,000 || 140,600
 
|-
 
! align="left" | [[Ambush]] <sup>1</sup>
 
| 3,000 || Tactical || 5% || 0% || 12 || <span style="display:none;">51</span>Fresh || 950,000 || 62,660+
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align="left" | [[Ancient Box Trap]] <sup>1</sup>
 
| 4,300 || Forgotten || 10% || 0% || 4 || <span style="display:none;">48</span>No Effect || 17,000,000 || 158,175+
 
|-
 
! align="left" | [[Ancient Spear Gun]] <sup>1</sup>
 
| 3,600 || Hydro || 5% || 10% || 12 || <span style="display:none;">51</span>Fresh || 12,000,000 || 824,000
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align="left" | [[Arcane Capturing Rod Of Never Yielding Mystery]] <sup>1</sup>
 
| 3,800 || Arcane || 12% || 0% || 18 || <span style="display:none;">36</span>Insanely Stale || 3,393,600 || 949,050+
 
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! align="left" | [[Bottomless Grave]]
 
| 1,500 || Shadow || 0% || 0% || 5 || <span style="display:none;">48</span>No Effect || 728,000 || 673,630
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align="left" | [[Clockapult of Time]]
 
| 2,275 || Shadow || 10% || 5% || 10 || <span style="display:none;">57</span>Extremely Fresh || 20,000,000 || 2,700,000
 
|-
 
! align=left | [[DeathBot (Chrome Edition)]] <sup>2</sup>
 
| 2,800 || Physical || 20% || 15% || 30 || <span style="display:none;">42</span>Very Stale || 136,500 || 512,800
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align="left" | [[Digby DrillBot]]
 
| 3,200 || Physical || 18% || 0% || 5 || <span style="display:none;">48</span>No Effect || 409,500 || 404,340
 
|-
 
! align="left" | [[Harpoon Gun]]
 
| 3,000 || Hydro || 7% || 0% || 0 || <span style="display:none;">45</span>Stale || 3,384,000 || 664,000
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align="left" | [[High Tension Spring]]
 
| 75 || Physical || 5% || 20% || 2 || <span style="display:none;">48</span>No Effect || 0 || 600
 
|-
 
! align="left" | [[HitGrab Horsey]] <sup>4</sup>
 
| 550 || Physical || 2% || 0% || 20 || <span style="display:none;">54</span>Very Fresh || 0 || 15,850
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align="left" | [[Horrific Venus Mouse Trap]] <sup>1</sup>
 
| 3,400 || Tactical || 12% || 1% || 16 || <span style="display:none;">48</span>No Effect || 8,000,000 ||  849,650+
 
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! align="left" | [[Mouse DeathBot]] <sup>3</sup>
 
| 2,400 || Physical || 15% || 10% || 2 || <span style="display:none;">45</span>Stale || 91,000 || 243,580+
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align="left" | [[Mouse Mary O'Nette]]
 
| 250 || Physical || 0% || 6% || 5 || <span style="display:none;">51</span>Fresh || 2,100 || 6,250
 
|-
 
! align="left" | [[Mouse Rocketine]]
 
| 650 || Physical || 6% || 0% || 0 || <span style="display:none;">42</span>Very Stale || 11,000 || 18,700
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align="left" | [[Mouse Trebuchet]]
 
| 600 || Physical || 2% || 4% || 1 || <span style="display:none;">54</span>Very Fresh || 11,000 || 15,850
 
|-
 
! align="left" | [[Mutated Venus Mouse Trap]] <sup>1</sup>
 
| 2,300 || Tactical || 15% || 0% || 8 || <span style="display:none;">36</span>Insanely Stale || 827,500 || 299,650+
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align="left" | [[Net Cannon]]
 
| 3,000 || Hydro || 0% || 3% || 5 || <span style="display:none;">45</span>Stale  || 3,384,000 || 664,000
 
|-
 
! align="left" | [[NVMRC Forcefield Trap]] <sup>3</sup>
 
| 2,350 || Physical || 12% || 10% || 12 || <span style="display:none;">48</span>No Effect || 91,000 || 243,580+
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align="left" | [[Obelisk of Incineration]] <sup>1</sup>
 
| 2,150 || Arcane || 10% || 0% || 1 || <span style="display:none;">36</span>Insanely Stale || 1,696,240 || 361,429+
 
|-
 
! align="left" | [[Obelisk of Slumber]]
 
| 2,100 || Arcane || 0% || 10% || 0 || <span style="display:none;">57</span>Extremely Fresh || 1,696,240 || 316,350
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align="left" | [[PartyBot]] <sup>5</sup>
 
| 2,850 || Physical || 15% || 15% || 25 || <span style="display:none;">45</span>Stale || 91,000 || 243,580+
 
|-
 
! align="left" | [[RhinoBot]] <sup>1</sup>
 
| 4,950 || Physical || 0% || 0% || 8 || <span style="display:none;">42</span>Very Stale || 16,000,000 || 1,344,340
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align="left" | [[Sinister Portal]]
 
| 1,025 || Shadow || 5% || 0% || 0 || <span style="display:none;">45</span>Stale || 182,000 || 140,600
 
|-
 
! align=left | [[Snow Barrage]] <sup>2</sup>
 
| 1,450 || Tactical || 20% || 20% || 28 || <span style="display:none;">54</span>Very Fresh || 68,000 || 140,600
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align="left" | [[Swiss Army Mouse Trap]]
 
| 1,200 || Physical || 2% || 2% || 10 || <span style="display:none;">48</span>No Effect || 45,500 || 68,895+
 
|-
 
! align="left" | [[Tacky Glue Trap]]
 
| 70 || Physical || 0% ||  40% || 2 || <span style="display:none;">45</span>Stale || 0 || 550
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align="left" | [[Thorned Venus Mouse Trap]] <sup>1</sup>
 
| 3,400 || Tactical || 5% || 2% || 14 || <span style="display:none;">54</span>Very Fresh || 8,000,000 || 849,650
 
|-
 
! align="left" | [[Venus Mouse Trap]]
 
| 1,900 || Tactical || 0% || 5% || 5 || <span style="display:none;">57</span>Extremely Fresh || 490,500 || 299,650
 
|- bgcolor="#eeeeee"
 
! align="left" | [[Zugzwang's Last Move]]
 
| 2,200 || Tactical || 15% || 0% || 7 || <span style="display:none;">51</span>Fresh || 705,000 || 415,000
 
|}
 
:<sup>1</sup> The listed costs of these crafted weapons are based on the minimum prices of the necessary crafting ingredients; they may cost more depending on where the ingredients are purchased and how much the hunter spends on cheese to catch the mice that drop some of the items.
 
:<sup>2</sup> These weapons were available for sale at [[Ronza's Traveling Shoppe]] for a limited time only and are not currently available for purchase.
 
:<sup>3</sup> The prices of these weapons differ between the Gnawnia and Burroughs trapsmiths; they cost 5% less at the latter.
 
:<sup>4</sup> This weapon was available as loot from a [[Fancy Birthday Gift]] given on 7 March 2009 and from [[Ronza's Traveling Shoppe]] starting on 9 March 2009.
 
:<sup>5</sup> The PartyBot is only available through crafting using a [[Party Hat]] which was available as loot from a [[Birthday Gift]] given on 7 March 2009 and from [[Ronza's Traveling Shoppe]] starting on 9 March 2009. The cost listed is dependent on where the [[Mouse DeathBot]] needed to craft the weapon was purchased.
 
  
== Refunds ==
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'''Limited Edition Weapons''', as with all limited edition items, cannot be obtained once the original opportunity for acquiring them has ended.
All weapons and bases that were bought from a [[Trapsmith]] can be refunded for 18% of the vendor price. A hunter can refund a trap component only if the Trapsmith also sells it at the moment you are at the location. Therefore, crafted traps can never be refunded.
 
  
==External links==
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Many '''weapons''' purchased from a [[Trapsmith]] can be refunded for 18% of the vendor price. A hunter can return a purchased weapon only if the [[Trapsmith]] also sells it.
*[http://furoma.com/mousehunt_log_summarizer.html MouseHunt Log Summarizer]
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*[http://furoma.com/catch_rates_estimates.html Mousehunt Catch Rate Estimator]
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===Obtaining [[Bases]]===
*Guide for ALL traps and bases + Combinations: [http://www.4shared.com/file/128162417/dc371ff9/MouseHunt__Trap_Base_Power__Calculator_-_v309.html Trap/Base/Power Guide - version 3.0.9] <small>(Updated 28/08/2009 - 0045 GMT+8)</small>
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'''Bases''' can be obtained in the following ways (not all bases are available via all methods):
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*Purchased at a variety of [[Trapsmiths]]
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*Crafted using a combination of [[Blueprint]]s, looted '''trap parts''', and other items.
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*Obtained as [[loot]]
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A full list of '''bases''' can be found [[Bases#Table of Bases|here]].
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'''Bases''' cannot be traded with other players or sold on the [[Marketplace]].
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'''Limited Edition Bases''', as with all limited edition items, cannot be obtained once the original opportunity for acquiring them has ended.
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Many '''bases''' purchased from a [[Trapsmith]] can be refunded for 18% of the vendor price. A hunter can return a purchased base only if the [[Trapsmith]] also sells it.
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===Obtaining [[Bait]]===
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'''Bait''' can be obtained in the following ways (not all baits are available via all methods):  
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*Purchased at a variety of [[Cheese Shoppe]]s
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*Crafted using a combination of items.
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*Purchased from the [[Marketplace]]
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*Obtained as [[loot]]
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*Transferred from a friend using the [[Give To Friends]] option
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*Rewarded for completing a [[Library Assignment]]
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*Rewarded in [[Treasure Chest]]s
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A full list of '''all baits''' can be found [[Cheese|here]].<br/>
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A full list of '''crafted baits''' can be found [[Crafted cheese|here]].<br/>
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A full list of '''baits''' created from '''potions''' can be found [[Potion|here]].<br/>
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A list of '''all baits''' in an '''alphabetized''' list can be found [[Cheese (Alphabetized)|here]].
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Some '''bait'''  purchased from a [[Cheese Shoppe]] can be refunded for 100% of the vendor price. A hunter can return purchased cheese only if the [[Cheese Shoppe]] also sells it.
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===Obtaining [[Charms]]===
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'''Charms''' can be obtained in the following ways (not all charms are available via all methods):
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*Purchased in [[Charm Shoppe]]s
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*Crafted using [[orbs]] and [[charmbit]]s
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*Purchased from the [[Marketplace]]
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*Obtained as [[loot]]
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*Transferred from a friend using the [[Give To Friends]] option
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*Rewarded for completing a [[Library Assignment]]
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*Rewarded in [[Treasure Chest]]s
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A full list of '''charms''' can be found [[Charms#Charms Table|here]].
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'''Charms''' that are purchased from a [[Charm Shoppe]] can be refunded for 30% of the original price.
  
  
[[Category:Bases]]
 
[[Category:Weapons]]
 
 
[[Category:Gameplay]]
 
[[Category:Gameplay]]
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[[Category:Inventory]]
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[[Category:Traps]]

Latest revision as of 21:21, 1 September 2022

Overview

The Hunter's Trap consists of several components:

  • Weapon: The part of the trap that (with very few exceptions) determines the Power Type of the Trap.
  • It is not possible to hunt without a weapon.
  • Many weapons can have their appearance changed through the application of trap Skins.
  • Base: The part of the trap that holds the weapon and bait.
  • It is not possible to hunt without a base.
  • Bait: Also called cheese, this is the part of the trap that brings the mice to the Hunter.
  • The type of bait used often determines the mice the Hunter will encounter.
  • It is not possible to hunt without bait.
  • Charm: An optional trinket that can be added to the trap setup to change various trap attributes.
  • Charms can affect trap statistics, the type of loot found, and the type of mice encountered.

A hunter's weapons, bases and charms appear in the Traps Inventory tab. A hunter can select which trap component is armed from the inventory page, from the primary Camp page, and also from a Trapsmith / Charm Shoppe just after purchasing a trap component. Additionally, each Hunter's Profile includes a status of how many trap components a hunter owns, split into lists of weapons and bases (charms are not displayed here) on the Items tab.

A hunter's baits appear in the Cheese Inventory tab. A hunter can select which cheese is armed from the inventory page, from the primary Camp page, and also from a Cheese Shoppe just after purchasing a trap component.

Trap stats

There are a number of factors that contribute to a trap setup's effectiveness when hunting.

The overall strength of the component. Traps with higher power are more likely to catch mice.
Mice have specific weaknesses to certain Power Types. Using the appropriate weapon in the appropriate area is a critical part of any hunter’s strategy.
The power bonus of both weapon and base are added together and then applied to the total power of the trap, increasing its power.
The attraction bonus boosts the attraction power of the bait being used increasing the odds of a mouse approaching a hunter’s trap.
Some components are designed to offer small chances of catching a mouse regardless of the mouse’s strength. It is not uncommon for lucky traps to grant hunters the ability to catch mice that seem far too powerful for their trap.
Any time a mouse is not attracted to a trap during a hunt there is a chance for the cheese to turn stale. Some components are built using harmful chemicals that increase the odds of spoiling bait. Traps with a fresh cheese effect help reduce the likelihood of cheese turning stale.
  • Special Effects
Many traps have special effects when used in certain locations, when specific weapons, bases, bait, and/or charms are combined, or against specific mice or mouse groups.

Obtaining Trap Components

The various trap components have a variety of sources. Hunters will encounter many new components as they progress through the game.

Obtaining Weapons

Weapons can be obtained in the following ways (not all weapons are available via all methods):

  • Purchased at a variety of Trapsmiths
  • Crafted using a combination of Blueprints, looted trap parts, and other items.
  • Obtained as loot

A full list of weapons can be found here.
A full list of weapons sorted by power type can be found here.
A full list of skins for weapons can be found here.

The Creepy Coffin Trap and Shrink Ray Trap can be traded with other players or sold on the Marketplace.

Limited Edition Weapons, as with all limited edition items, cannot be obtained once the original opportunity for acquiring them has ended.

Many weapons purchased from a Trapsmith can be refunded for 18% of the vendor price. A hunter can return a purchased weapon only if the Trapsmith also sells it.

Obtaining Bases

Bases can be obtained in the following ways (not all bases are available via all methods):

  • Purchased at a variety of Trapsmiths
  • Crafted using a combination of Blueprints, looted trap parts, and other items.
  • Obtained as loot

A full list of bases can be found here.

Bases cannot be traded with other players or sold on the Marketplace.

Limited Edition Bases, as with all limited edition items, cannot be obtained once the original opportunity for acquiring them has ended.

Many bases purchased from a Trapsmith can be refunded for 18% of the vendor price. A hunter can return a purchased base only if the Trapsmith also sells it.

Obtaining Bait

Bait can be obtained in the following ways (not all baits are available via all methods):

A full list of all baits can be found here.
A full list of crafted baits can be found here.
A full list of baits created from potions can be found here.
A list of all baits in an alphabetized list can be found here.

Some bait purchased from a Cheese Shoppe can be refunded for 100% of the vendor price. A hunter can return purchased cheese only if the Cheese Shoppe also sells it.

Obtaining Charms

Charms can be obtained in the following ways (not all charms are available via all methods):

A full list of charms can be found here.

Charms that are purchased from a Charm Shoppe can be refunded for 30% of the original price.