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Repetitive NPC dialogue after familiar with the game
I'm communicating
If Skunk is in space, bringing up the Drone Interface (detault 'T') or Action button (default 'F') skips audio & video. <It may skip the whole sequence in v4- needs checking - Snafu>
I'm hiring NPCs
If in space <check whether Skunk only or docked to a capship - Snafu>, 'T' skips audio but drops us out the Sidebar. Can be quicker if using number shortcuts for hiring screen (Return-6), particularly if hiring Teladi .due to their long audio
I'm asking NPCs to work on my ship or station
If doing so while docked, 'Escape' skips the animation sequence and the audio. <'Locked controls' issue ; expand on this; may be fixed in v4 release. Specify where docked if necessary - Snafu>
I'm looking for, or undertaking Smalltalk
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