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A common RPG item that typically allows the player to restore the party's health and magic, save progress, or both.
A cloth garment for the upper body.
A roll of parchment or paper inscribed with writing, symbols, pictures, etc.
A source of light that works by incandescence.
A motion transmitter found in various machinery.
A stretchable bag that expands when filled with some kind of gas, if light enough, will float in the air. A favorite of children everywhere.
A brick is a block of ceramic material used in masonry construction, laid using mortar.
As prolific in video games as it is in real life, this iconic Russian workhorse is a mainstay of virtual firepower.
Fluffy looking puffs seen in the atmosphere that are accumilations of moisture. They are used to add detail to Sky boxes in games or just increase realism.
An decorative piece commonly found in cities in many video games.
A nonrigid container with a single opening.
In many games, the player can find notes that contain story information, hints, codes to unlock doors, and so on. Especially common when there are no other characters around for the player to talk to.
A popular Italian food that is often used in games to restore health as well as power up a character's stats.
Armor made from metal plates designed to protect a user from injury. Usually more beneficial than armor made from chain links or leather.
A pack one wears on their back.
A cleaning tool used for sweeping. Can also be flown by witches.
A low woody plant with multiple stems. Shrubs often serve as destructible obstacles in video games. And sometimes (e.g. driving games) indestructible obstacles.
Link uses one. You do it in Animal Crossing. Lakitu uses it in most Mario installments like Mario Kart and Super Mario 64. Loads of games use fishing rods! Reel in that carp!
A length of fabric that blocks out light and prying eyes.
Crowbars are commonly used to open nailed wooden boxes. They are also, however, excellent weapons. Epitomised in the phrase: "Aliens have invaded the Earth. Here's a goddamn crowbar."
If you ever feel the need for speed, you've got to drive one of these fast and furious cars.
A nuclear bomb is a device made up of fissionable materials (ie Uranium) and standard explosives. It creates a nuclear chain reaction, which release large amounts of radiation and a shockwave.
A necktie describes apparel worn snugly around the collar and tied in specific kinds of knots in front of the throat. Typically men's apparel, women can also wear them fashionably.
The banana is a fruit that is commonly seen in video games, particularly those with animals as main characters. It is famous for its sweet taste and affiliation with primates.
Locks are often used to keep people out of areas or storage items. They are also used to keep things secure from being stolen. to get passed them in games you commonly lockpick or shoot them.
Beer is an alcoholic beverage made from water, barley, hops and brewer's yeast. It is the number one cause of hangovers, poor decisions, and one-night stands in human history, but we always manage to forgive it because it loves us.
A mode of transportation that requires the pedaling of the user and no gas. Always has two wheels unless otherwise dismembered.
Cake is a delicious baked good.
Often used as either a weapon or in a weapon and also used often times as a weather effect, lightning is seen in several games. Called "thunder" in some games, even though thunder is the sound that lightning makes.
Belts in games range from magical objects that confer special abilities to decorative adornments.
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