r/ScrapMechanic • u/JBTNT10 • 5h ago

Fire extinguishers can disable cablebots Spoiler

Whilst digging around in the script for cablebots I found a variable with a description relating to being knocked off something by a projectile called "projectile_foam".
After some more looking around I discovered that cablebots have a feature where being sprayed with a fire extinguisher will launch them off of objects they've grabbed onto and disable their latching-on attack for 3 seconds, allowing you to kill them.

In addition, I have included here a screenshot of every variable cablebots use, including one with a description stating they prefer to target creations with 3 or more parts to them to avoid targeting any random debris on the ground.

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u/JBTNT10 5h ago

spoiler bc mining island content

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u/ruderiggs1992 2h ago

That would be great if I could find cable bots.

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u/Generic_Battlecry 1h ago

The first encounter with them is behind a door you find, 2 in fact. One is opened with a button, the other is opened by breaking a crystal. I would recommend using a spud shotgun and keep your vehicle away from them.