Load-bearing equipment (no ontology)

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Load-bearing equipment (often shortened as LBE) is arguably the most important type of item that is given to the contestant in the beginning of his/her adventure in Mazeworld. LBE gear is what allows the contestant to have an inventory and carry items.

It may be worn by creatures who don't wear clothing and armor, on the conditions that if they can pick up and use firearms, they can wear LBE. Please check individual encounter articles to know if a certain species can do so.

There are 4 different LBE categories:

Load-bearing vests
Backpacks
Belts
Leg rigs

Up to 1 of each (2 for leg rigs) can be worn at the same type by Contestants and any creature capable of carrying weapons.

Capacity

Every piece of load-bearing gear can have two traits: a general carrying capacity, and one or multiple specialized carrying capacities. All of those capacities are expressed in weight units, and show the maximum weight they can carry in items.

General carrying capacity denotes the capability to carry anything; only maximum weight matters. Specialized carrying capacity, on the other hand, denotes the capability to carry only a certain type of item, as well as limits in quantity, max individual weight or max total weight, which is usually described clearly on the LBE event line.

For example, an ammunition pouch described as (8 mags only, max weight per mag 1.6), means that this pouch can only carry up to 8 magazines, and each magazine must not exceed 1.6 units in weight individually, otherwise they cannot be carried in that pouch and must be stored somewhere else.

It must be noted that backpacks all enable the ability to have a money pouch, and belts enable the ability to carry key items other than the Cardinal Amulets. Without a backpack, no money pouch, and without a belt, no key items.

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 It '''may be worn by creatures who don't wear clothing and armor''', on the conditions that '''if they can pick up and use firearms, they can wear LBE'''. Please check individual encounter articles to know if a certain species can do so.
-There are different kinds of LBE in the game:
+There are 4 different LBE categories:
+* '''Load-bearing vests'''
+* '''Backpacks'''
+* '''Belts'''
+* '''Leg rigs'''
-*The standard backpack, a bog standard backpack
+Up to 1 of each (2 for leg rigs) can be worn at the same type by Contestants and any creature capable of carrying weapons.
-*The handbag, a small sack with lighter straps and limited capacity
-*The advanced backpack, an upgrade of the standard one containing more space
-*The combat backpack, a large military-grade rucksack
-*The 72 Pattern LBE, a vest composed of simple, specialized pouches with no "free" space
+== Capacity ==
-*The IIFS LBE, a vest with several specialized pouches with little space for other objects
+Every piece of load-bearing gear can have two traits: a '''general''' carrying capacity, and one or multiple '''specialized''' carrying capacities.
-*The RM22SF LBE, a vest with pouches of all sizes with some space for other objects
+All of those capacities are expressed in weight units, and show the maximum weight they can carry in items.
-*The PLCE LBE/Pack combo, a vest and pack offering a standard backpack-sized bag and specialized pouches
-*The MOLLE LBE/Pack combo, a military-grade vest and pack duo offering an advanced backpack-sized bag and specialized pouches
-*The Il Duce webbing, a specialized vest made to carry several extra handguns plus ammo.
+General carrying capacity denotes the capability to carry anything; only maximum weight matters.
-*The RPG Carrier vest, a specialized vest made to carry rocket launcher or RPG ammunition easily.
+Specialized carrying capacity, on the other hand, denotes the capability to carry only a certain type of item, as well as limits in quantity, max individual weight or max total weight, which is usually described clearly on the LBE event line.
-*The Medic LBE/Pack, a vest and pack made to carry medical supplies easily.
+* For example, an ammunition pouch described as ''(8 mags only, max weight per mag 1.6)'', means that this pouch can only carry up to 8 magazines, and each magazine must not exceed 1.6 units in weight individually, otherwise they cannot be carried in that pouch and must be stored somewhere else.
-*The Eagle Recon backpack, a high-capacity backpack made for alternate weapon configurations.
-*The TIMS Double Pack, a double backpack system with lots of special space for various item types.
-== Weight ==
+It must be noted that '''backpacks''' all enable the ability to have a [[Parallar|money pouch]], and '''belts''' enable the ability to carry [[Key item|key items]] other than the [[Cardinal Amulets]]. Without a backpack, no money pouch, and without a belt, no key items.
-The most important capability of a backpack, other than the fact it enables the contestant's inventory, is that it has a '''limited weight capacity'''. Weight is expressed in &quot;units&quot;, and every kind of backpack has a different maximum capacity. It is impossible to go over this capacity period; if the backpack becomes full, it cannot carry any more. Most items have a weight of '''1''', but there are items with different weights, such as pieces of [[Clothing and armor|clothing, armor]], or [[Weapon|weapons]] as among the heaviest, while other items such as [[Ammunition|ammunition]] or [[Parallar|money]], weighing as little as '''0.01''' unit per item. Rarely, there exists a few '''weightless''' items whose size and weight are insignificant to the backpack.
-Every backpack is equipped with a '''money pouch''', a special container which is made to carry money. It can carry up to 2000 [[Parallar|P$]] before being full, providing the contestant with a safe area to store money in without being concerned about weight.
+== Lists ==
+* [[List of tactical vests]]
-Most articles of the wiki speaking about a specific item that has a weight will list it.
+* [[List of backpacks]]
+* [[List of belts]]
-<span style="color: red">Exceeding the maximum capacity</span> is not recommended, as it will overload the backpack. It gives the '''reduced strength''' [[Secondary effect|secondary effect]] indefinitely, until the total weight of carried objects again goes under or equals the maximum limit.
+* [[List of leg rigs]]
-=== Standard backpack ===
-A standard, frameless backpack made mostly of cloth. The standard backpack has a maximum capacity of '''50''' units, which is good for starting contestants but may, over time, be a bit too limited for the needs of middle or end of game. Like the others, it can be found in a [[clothes shop]] or a [[pawn shop]]. This backpack's straps will rip at '''60''' units.
-=== Handbag ===
-The handbag is an optional &quot;backpack&quot; that is sometimes found in the mazes, at a [[clothes shop]] or a [[pawn shop]]. It is not really a &quot;back&quot; pack per se, but counts as such. In Mazeworld, their maximum capacity of '''20''' units prevent them from carrying too much items. A word of advice though, it is very easy to overload; the straps will rip off starting at '''24''' units.
-=== Advanced backpack ===
-The advanced backpack is an upgraded version of the standard backpack. It is larger, has an internal frame, and more carrying space. A major improvement over its standard cousin, it is a must have for every contestant. Its maximum capacity of '''90''' units allows for a reliable amount of space, which may be used for spare weapons for players who have multiple weapon configurations. It is able to sustain overloading better than its smaller variants, as straps will rip at '''102''' units carried.
-=== Combat backpack ===
-The best backpack of the game, it is a military-grade backpack with an external frame. Even larger than the advanced backpack, its very generous maximum capacity of '''140''' units allows for multiple spare weapons, lots of space for ammunition, and is very suited to carrying [[Crafting|crafting materials]] in bulk. Its overload resistance is very high, as the straps will remain in place until '''168''' units carried.
-=== 72 Pattern load-bearing equipment ===
-The '''72 Pattern''' LBE is a simple webbing system with pouches designed to carry only the necessary - ammunition for the wearer's weapon(s), and a pouch capable of carrying only a small selection of objects - only the strict necessary for one day or two, not designed for endurance or long-distance.
-*It can carry up to '''15''' units of weight.
-*An '''ammo pouch''' (6 units)
-It is not recommended to overload the vest with equipment, as it will rip at '''18''' units carried excluding the ammo pouch.
-*The 72P LBE is standard-issue for [[Maze Soldier|Maze Soldiers and DF Soldiers]] of '''Private''' rank and for [[Maze Guard|Maze Guards]] and '''Guard Sergeants'''.
-=== IIFS load-bearing equipment ===
-The '''Individual Integrated Fighting System''' LBE or IIFS is a lightweight vest offering minimum carrying capacity on top of specialized carrying capability.
-*It can carry up to '''25''' units of weight.
-*An ''' ammo pouch''' (6 units)
-It is not recommended to overload the vest with equipment, as it will rip at '''30''' units carried excluding the ammo pouch.
-*The IIFS LBE is standard issue for [[Maze Soldier|Maze Soldiers and DF Soldiers]] of '''Sergeant''' rank and for [[Maze Guard|Guard chiefs]].
-=== RM22SF load-bearing equipment ===
-The '''RM22SF''' LBE is a tactical vest intended for special forces units. It offers light carrying capacity on top of specialized carrying capability.
-*It can carry up to '''35''' units of weight.
-*An '''ammo pouch''' (10 units)
-It is not recommended to overload the vest with equipment, as it will rip at '''42''' units excluding the ammo pouches.
-*The RM22SF LBE is standard issue for [[Maze Soldier|Maze Soldiers and DF Soldiers]] of '''Lieutenant''' rank.
-=== PLCE load-bearing equipment ===
-The '''Personal Load-Carrying Equipment''' LBE/Pack combo is a tactical vest/backpack combination intended for military personnel. It offers moderate carrying capacity on top of specialized carrying capability.
-*It can carry up to '''50''' units of weight.
-*An '''ammo pouch''' (10 units)
-*A '''consumables pouch''' (6 units)
-The PLCE will rip at '''60''' units excluding the contents of both pouches. It is an interesting replacement for a standard backpack and easily rivals in usefulness an advanced backpack.
-*The PLCE LBE/Pack combo is standard issue for [[Maze Soldier|Maze Soldiers and DF Soldiers]] of '''Captain''' rank.
-=== MOLLE load-bearing equipment ===
-The '''MO'''dular '''L'''ightweight '''L'''oad-carrying '''E'''quipment or '''MOLLE''' (pronounced &quot;Molly&quot;) is a LBE/Pack combo offering a large tactival vest/rucksack combination intended for military personnel on long journeys. It offers large carrying capacity on top of specialized carrying capability.
-*It can carry up to '''85''' units of weight.
-*An '''ammo pouch''' (10 units)
-*A '''consumables pouch''' (6 units)
-*A '''spare weapon rig''' (5 units, one weapon, no Class limitation)
-The MOLLE will rip at '''102''' units excluding the contents of all three pouches. Although it doesn't possess the raw, large carrying capability of a combat backpack, the MOLLE LBE/Pack combo offers plenty of specialized carrying equipment for free, which is tailored to the needs of a seasoned and prepared combatant.
-=== Il Duce webbing ===
-The Il Duce webbing is a specialized webbing that is worn over the upper body. It has several holsters and pouches made to safely carry a lot of extra handguns plus ammunition for them. A must for Class 3 weapon collectors.
-*It can carry up to '''25''' units of weight.
-*4 '''spare weapon holsters''' (Four weapons; 1 per holster, no weight limitation, only Class 3 weapons.)
-*An '''ammo pouch''' (6 units)
-It will rip at '''30''' units excluding the contents of both pouches.
-=== RPG Carrier vest ===
-Intended to help rocket launcher and RPG users, this carrier vest is made specifically to carry spare rockets more easily. It does, however, sacrifice pure backpack space to make up for it.
-*It can carry up to '''25''' units of weight.
-*A '''rocket ammo pouch''' (12 units, but can only be filled with the following: [[83.5mm rocket]], [[85mm RPG]], [[105mm RPG]].)
-It will rip at '''30''' units excluding the pouch's contents.
-=== Medic LBE/Pack ===
-A LBE/backpack combo with decent carrying capacity plus pouches and straps for medical supplies. A great backpack for users concerned about bringing sufficient [[Medical aid|medical aids]] in combat.
-*It can carry up to '''60''' units of weight.
-*A '''first aid pouch''' (4 units, [[First aid kit|FAKs]] and [[Field Surgery Kit|FSKs]] only)
-*A '''meds pouch''' (8 units, [[Medical aid|meds]] only)
-It will rip at '''72''' units, excluding both pouches' contents.
-=== Gunner LBE/Pack ===
-A LBE/backpack combo with decent carrying capacity, plus pouches oriented especially towards carrying ammunition for belt-fed weaponry. The perfect backpack for machine gun users who are concerned about the weight of their ammunition.
-*It can carry up to '''60''' units of weight.
-*A '''belt carrier''' (Ammunition belts only, any 2)
-It will rip at '''72''' units, excluding the contents of the belt carrier.
-=== Grenadier LBE/Pack ===
-A LBE/pack combo with decent carrying capacity, plus a series of loops and rings tailored for carrying grenades - whether of the hand grenade type, or the grenade launcher type. A must-have for any explosives enthusiast.
-*It can carry up to '''60''' units of weight.
-*A set of '''GL grenade loops''' (12 units, only GL ammunition: [[40mm NATO grenade]], [[40mm caseless grenade]], [[43mm VGM-93 grenade]])
-*A set of '''Class 4 grenade loops''' (12 units, only Class 4 weapons)
-It will rip at '''72''' units, excluding the contents of the grenade loops.
-=== Eagle Recon backpack ===
-An excellent backpack for users who have an alternate weapon strategy and want to carry an extra Class 1 or Class 2 weapon without worrying about it taking too much space. It possesses good carrying capacity, an ammunition pouch, and a sling specifically made to attach any Class 1 or Class 2 weapon that isn't unsparable.
-*It can carry up to '''65''' units of weight.
-*A '''spare weapon rig''' (One weapon, no weight limitation, only Class 1 or Class 2 weapons)
-*An '''ammo pouch''' (8 units)
-It will rip at '''76''' units, excluding the ammo pouch's contents.
-=== TIMS double backpack ===
-A double backpack system made to carry all sorts of items. A hoarder's dream backpack, rivaling with the good old Combat Backpack in carrying capacity.
-*It can carry up to '''90''' units of weight.
-*An '''ammo pouch''' (8 units)
-*A '''consumables pouch''' (4 units)
-*A '''spare weapon rig''' (9 units)
-It will rip at '''108''' units, excluding all three pouches' contents.
 == See also ==
 *[[Statistics]]
 *[[Characters]]