April sync (#360)

* Maps and things no code/icons

* helpers defines globalvars

* Onclick world.dm orphaned_procs

* subsystems

Round vote and shuttle autocall done here too

* datums

* Game folder

* Admin - chatter modules

* clothing - mining

* modular computers - zambies

* client

* mob level 1

* mob stage 2 + simple_animal

* silicons n brains

* mob stage 3 + Alien/Monkey

* human mobs

* icons updated

* some sounds

* emitter y u no commit

* update tgstation.dme

* compile fixes

* travis fixes

Also removes Fast digest mode, because reasons.

* tweaks for travis Mentors are broke again

Also fixes Sizeray guns

* oxygen loss fix for vore code.

* removes unused code

* some code updates

* bulk fixes

* further fixes

* outside things

* whoops.

* Maint bar ported

* GLOBs.

code/game/area/Space_Station_13_areas.dm

@@ -1002,7 +1002,7 @@ NOTE: there are two lists of areas in the end of this file: centcom and station
 */
 
 //SPACE STATION 13
-var/list/the_station_areas = list (
+GLOBAL_LIST_INIT(the_station_areas, list (
 	/area/atmos,
 	/area/maintenance,
 	/area/hallway,
@@ -1031,4 +1031,4 @@ var/list/the_station_areas = list (
 	/area/ai_monitored/turret_protected/ai_upload, //do not try to simplify to "/area/ai_monitored/turret_protected" --rastaf0
 	/area/ai_monitored/turret_protected/ai_upload_foyer,
 	/area/ai_monitored/turret_protected/ai,
-)
+))

code/game/area/areas.dm

@@ -64,20 +64,20 @@
 
 /*Adding a wizard area teleport list because motherfucking lag -- Urist*/
 /*I am far too lazy to make it a proper list of areas so I'll just make it run the usual telepot routine at the start of the game*/
-var/list/teleportlocs = list()
+GLOBAL_LIST_EMPTY(teleportlocs)
 
 /proc/process_teleport_locs()
-	for(var/V in sortedAreas)
+	for(var/V in GLOB.sortedAreas)
 		var/area/AR = V
 		if(istype(AR, /area/shuttle) || AR.noteleport)
 			continue
-		if(teleportlocs[AR.name])
+		if(GLOB.teleportlocs[AR.name])
 			continue
 		var/turf/picked = safepick(get_area_turfs(AR.type))
 		if (picked && (picked.z == ZLEVEL_STATION))
-			teleportlocs[AR.name] = AR
+			GLOB.teleportlocs[AR.name] = AR
 
-	sortTim(teleportlocs, /proc/cmp_text_dsc)
+	sortTim(GLOB.teleportlocs, /proc/cmp_text_dsc)
 
 // ===
 
@@ -137,24 +137,24 @@ var/list/teleportlocs = list()
 			var/list/cameras = list()
 			for (var/obj/machinery/camera/C in src)
 				cameras += C
-			for (var/mob/living/silicon/aiPlayer in player_list)
+			for (var/mob/living/silicon/aiPlayer in GLOB.player_list)
 				if (state == 1)
 					aiPlayer.cancelAlarm("Power", src, source)
 				else
 					aiPlayer.triggerAlarm("Power", src, cameras, source)
 
-			for(var/obj/machinery/computer/station_alert/a in machines)
+			for(var/obj/machinery/computer/station_alert/a in GLOB.machines)
 				if(state == 1)
 					a.cancelAlarm("Power", src, source)
 				else
 					a.triggerAlarm("Power", src, cameras, source)
 
-			for(var/mob/living/simple_animal/drone/D in mob_list)
+			for(var/mob/living/simple_animal/drone/D in GLOB.mob_list)
 				if(state == 1)
 					D.cancelAlarm("Power", src, source)
 				else
 					D.triggerAlarm("Power", src, cameras, source)
-			for(var/datum/computer_file/program/alarm_monitor/p in alarmdisplay)
+			for(var/datum/computer_file/program/alarm_monitor/p in GLOB.alarmdisplay)
 				if(state == 1)
 					p.cancelAlarm("Power", src, source)
 				else
@@ -168,23 +168,23 @@ var/list/teleportlocs = list()
 				for(var/obj/machinery/camera/C in RA)
 					cameras += C
 
-			for(var/mob/living/silicon/aiPlayer in player_list)
+			for(var/mob/living/silicon/aiPlayer in GLOB.player_list)
 				aiPlayer.triggerAlarm("Atmosphere", src, cameras, source)
-			for(var/obj/machinery/computer/station_alert/a in machines)
+			for(var/obj/machinery/computer/station_alert/a in GLOB.machines)
 				a.triggerAlarm("Atmosphere", src, cameras, source)
-			for(var/mob/living/simple_animal/drone/D in mob_list)
+			for(var/mob/living/simple_animal/drone/D in GLOB.mob_list)
 				D.triggerAlarm("Atmosphere", src, cameras, source)
-			for(var/datum/computer_file/program/alarm_monitor/p in alarmdisplay)
+			for(var/datum/computer_file/program/alarm_monitor/p in GLOB.alarmdisplay)
 				p.triggerAlarm("Atmosphere", src, cameras, source)
 
 		else if (src.atmosalm == 2)
-			for(var/mob/living/silicon/aiPlayer in player_list)
+			for(var/mob/living/silicon/aiPlayer in GLOB.player_list)
 				aiPlayer.cancelAlarm("Atmosphere", src, source)
-			for(var/obj/machinery/computer/station_alert/a in machines)
+			for(var/obj/machinery/computer/station_alert/a in GLOB.machines)
 				a.cancelAlarm("Atmosphere", src, source)
-			for(var/mob/living/simple_animal/drone/D in mob_list)
+			for(var/mob/living/simple_animal/drone/D in GLOB.mob_list)
 				D.cancelAlarm("Atmosphere", src, source)
-			for(var/datum/computer_file/program/alarm_monitor/p in alarmdisplay)
+			for(var/datum/computer_file/program/alarm_monitor/p in GLOB.alarmdisplay)
 				p.cancelAlarm("Atmosphere", src, source)
 
 		src.atmosalm = danger_level
@@ -203,9 +203,9 @@ var/list/teleportlocs = list()
 					if(A.fire)
 						cont = FALSE
 						break
-			if(cont)
+			if(cont && D.is_operational())
 				if(D.operating)
-					D.nextstate = opening ? OPEN : CLOSED
+					D.nextstate = opening ? FIREDOOR_OPEN : FIREDOOR_CLOSED
 				else if(!(D.density ^ opening))
 					INVOKE_ASYNC(D, (opening ? /obj/machinery/door/firedoor.proc/open : /obj/machinery/door/firedoor.proc/close))
 
@@ -224,13 +224,13 @@ var/list/teleportlocs = list()
 		for (var/obj/machinery/camera/C in RA)
 			cameras += C
 
-	for (var/obj/machinery/computer/station_alert/a in machines)
+	for (var/obj/machinery/computer/station_alert/a in GLOB.machines)
 		a.triggerAlarm("Fire", src, cameras, source)
-	for (var/mob/living/silicon/aiPlayer in player_list)
+	for (var/mob/living/silicon/aiPlayer in GLOB.player_list)
 		aiPlayer.triggerAlarm("Fire", src, cameras, source)
-	for (var/mob/living/simple_animal/drone/D in mob_list)
+	for (var/mob/living/simple_animal/drone/D in GLOB.mob_list)
 		D.triggerAlarm("Fire", src, cameras, source)
-	for(var/datum/computer_file/program/alarm_monitor/p in alarmdisplay)
+	for(var/datum/computer_file/program/alarm_monitor/p in GLOB.alarmdisplay)
 		p.triggerAlarm("Fire", src, cameras, source)
 
 	START_PROCESSING(SSobj, src)
@@ -245,13 +245,13 @@ var/list/teleportlocs = list()
 			for(var/obj/machinery/firealarm/F in RA)
 				F.update_icon()
 
-	for (var/mob/living/silicon/aiPlayer in player_list)
+	for (var/mob/living/silicon/aiPlayer in GLOB.player_list)
 		aiPlayer.cancelAlarm("Fire", src, source)
-	for (var/obj/machinery/computer/station_alert/a in machines)
+	for (var/obj/machinery/computer/station_alert/a in GLOB.machines)
 		a.cancelAlarm("Fire", src, source)
-	for (var/mob/living/simple_animal/drone/D in mob_list)
+	for (var/mob/living/simple_animal/drone/D in GLOB.mob_list)
 		D.cancelAlarm("Fire", src, source)
-	for(var/datum/computer_file/program/alarm_monitor/p in alarmdisplay)
+	for(var/datum/computer_file/program/alarm_monitor/p in GLOB.alarmdisplay)
 		p.cancelAlarm("Fire", src, source)
 
 	STOP_PROCESSING(SSobj, src)
@@ -282,7 +282,7 @@ var/list/teleportlocs = list()
 		for (var/obj/machinery/camera/C in RA)
 			cameras += C
 
-	for (var/mob/living/silicon/SILICON in player_list)
+	for (var/mob/living/silicon/SILICON in GLOB.player_list)
 		if(SILICON.triggerAlarm("Burglar", src, cameras, trigger))
 			//Cancel silicon alert after 1 minute
 			addtimer(CALLBACK(SILICON, /mob/living/silicon.proc/cancelAlarm,"Burglar",src,trigger), 600)
@@ -454,7 +454,7 @@ var/list/teleportlocs = list()
 		return 1
 	else
 		// There's a gravity generator on our z level
-		if(T && gravity_generators["[T.z]"] && length(gravity_generators["[T.z]"]))
+		if(T && GLOB.gravity_generators["[T.z]"] && length(GLOB.gravity_generators["[T.z]"]))
 			return 1
 	return 0
 

code/game/atoms.dm

@@ -30,8 +30,8 @@
 
 /atom/New(loc, ...)
 	//atom creation method that preloads variables at creation
-	if(use_preloader && (src.type == _preloader.target_path))//in case the instanciated atom is creating other atoms in New()
-		_preloader.load(src)
+	if(GLOB.use_preloader && (src.type == GLOB._preloader.target_path))//in case the instanciated atom is creating other atoms in New()
+		GLOB._preloader.load(src)
 
 	//. = ..() //uncomment if you are dumb enough to add a /datum/New() proc
 
@@ -39,8 +39,10 @@
 	if(do_initialize > INITIALIZATION_INSSATOMS)
 		if(QDELETED(src))
 			CRASH("Found new qdeletion in type [type]!")
-		args[1] = do_initialize == INITIALIZATION_INNEW_MAPLOAD
-		Initialize(arglist(args))
+		var/mapload = do_initialize == INITIALIZATION_INNEW_MAPLOAD
+		args[1] = mapload
+		if(Initialize(arglist(args)) && mapload)
+			LAZYADD(SSatoms.late_loaders, src)
 
 //Called after New if the map is being loaded. mapload = TRUE
 //Called from base of New if the map is being loaded. mapload = FALSE
@@ -279,7 +281,7 @@
 	if(AM && isturf(AM.loc))
 		step(AM, turn(AM.dir, 180))
 
-var/list/blood_splatter_icons = list()
+GLOBAL_LIST_EMPTY(blood_splatter_icons)
 
 /atom/proc/blood_splatter_index()
 	return "\ref[initial(icon)]-[initial(icon_state)]"
@@ -353,13 +355,13 @@ var/list/blood_splatter_icons = list()
 	if(initial(icon) && initial(icon_state))
 		//try to find a pre-processed blood-splatter. otherwise, make a new one
 		var/index = blood_splatter_index()
-		var/icon/blood_splatter_icon = blood_splatter_icons[index]
+		var/icon/blood_splatter_icon = GLOB.blood_splatter_icons[index]
 		if(!blood_splatter_icon)
 			blood_splatter_icon = icon(initial(icon), initial(icon_state), , 1)		//we only want to apply blood-splatters to the initial icon_state for each object
 			blood_splatter_icon.Blend("#fff", ICON_ADD) 			//fills the icon_state with white (except where it's transparent)
 			blood_splatter_icon.Blend(icon('icons/effects/blood.dmi', "itemblood"), ICON_MULTIPLY) //adds blood and the remaining white areas become transparant
 			blood_splatter_icon = fcopy_rsc(blood_splatter_icon)
-			blood_splatter_icons[index] = blood_splatter_icon
+			GLOB.blood_splatter_icons[index] = blood_splatter_icon
 		add_overlay(blood_splatter_icon)
 
 /obj/item/clothing/gloves/add_blood(list/blood_dna)
@@ -398,12 +400,12 @@ var/list/blood_splatter_icons = list()
 	return 1
 
 /atom/proc/get_global_map_pos()
-	if(!islist(global_map) || isemptylist(global_map)) return
+	if(!islist(GLOB.global_map) || isemptylist(GLOB.global_map)) return
 	var/cur_x = null
 	var/cur_y = null
 	var/list/y_arr = null
-	for(cur_x=1,cur_x<=global_map.len,cur_x++)
-		y_arr = global_map[cur_x]
+	for(cur_x=1,cur_x<=GLOB.global_map.len,cur_x++)
+		y_arr = GLOB.global_map[cur_x]
 		cur_y = y_arr.Find(src.z)
 		if(cur_y)
 			break
@@ -455,6 +457,12 @@ var/list/blood_splatter_icons = list()
 //This proc is called on the location of an atom when the atom is Destroy()'d
 /atom/proc/handle_atom_del(atom/A)
 
+//called when the turf the atom resides on is ChangeTurfed
+/atom/proc/HandleTurfChange(turf/T)
+	for(var/a in src)
+		var/atom/A = a
+		A.HandleTurfChange(T)
+
 // Byond seemingly calls stat, each tick.
 // Calling things each tick can get expensive real quick.
 // So we slow this down a little.
@@ -557,7 +565,7 @@ var/list/blood_splatter_icons = list()
 			return
 
 /atom/vv_edit_var(var_name, var_value)
-	if(!Debug2)
+	if(!GLOB.Debug2)
 		admin_spawned = TRUE
 	. = ..()
 	switch(var_name)

code/game/atoms_movable.dm

@@ -6,11 +6,13 @@
 	var/throw_speed = 2 //How many tiles to move per ds when being thrown. Float values are fully supported
 	var/throw_range = 7
 	var/mob/pulledby = null
-	var/languages_spoken = 0 //For say() and Hear()
-	var/languages_understood = 0
+	var/list/languages
+	var/list/initial_languages = list(/datum/language/common)
+	var/only_speaks_language = null
 	var/verb_say = "says"
 	var/verb_ask = "asks"
 	var/verb_exclaim = "exclaims"
+	var/verb_whisper = "whispers"
 	var/verb_yell = "yells"
 	var/inertia_dir = 0
 	var/atom/inertia_last_loc
@@ -35,6 +37,11 @@
 		return FALSE
 	return ..()
 
+/atom/movable/Initialize(mapload)
+	..()
+	for(var/L in initial_languages)
+		grant_language(L)
+
 /atom/movable/Move(atom/newloc, direct = 0)
 	if(!loc || !newloc) return 0
 	var/atom/oldloc = loc
@@ -103,8 +110,40 @@
 			O.Check()
 	if (orbiting)
 		orbiting.Check()
+
+	if(flags & CLEAN_ON_MOVE)
+		clean_on_move()
 	return 1
 
+/atom/movable/proc/clean_on_move()
+	var/turf/tile = loc
+	if(isturf(tile))
+		tile.clean_blood()
+		for(var/A in tile)
+			if(is_cleanable(A))
+				qdel(A)
+			else if(istype(A, /obj/item))
+				var/obj/item/cleaned_item = A
+				cleaned_item.clean_blood()
+			else if(ishuman(A))
+				var/mob/living/carbon/human/cleaned_human = A
+				if(cleaned_human.lying)
+					if(cleaned_human.head)
+						cleaned_human.head.clean_blood()
+						cleaned_human.update_inv_head()
+					if(cleaned_human.wear_suit)
+						cleaned_human.wear_suit.clean_blood()
+						cleaned_human.update_inv_wear_suit()
+					else if(cleaned_human.w_uniform)
+						cleaned_human.w_uniform.clean_blood()
+						cleaned_human.update_inv_w_uniform()
+					if(cleaned_human.shoes)
+						cleaned_human.shoes.clean_blood()
+						cleaned_human.update_inv_shoes()
+					cleaned_human.clean_blood()
+					cleaned_human.wash_cream()
+					to_chat(cleaned_human, "<span class='danger'>[src] cleans your face!</span>")
+
 /atom/movable/Destroy(force)
 	var/inform_admins = HAS_SECONDARY_FLAG(src, INFORM_ADMINS_ON_RELOCATE)
 	var/stationloving = HAS_SECONDARY_FLAG(src, STATIONLOVING)
@@ -234,6 +273,7 @@
 	return pass_flags&passflag
 
 /atom/movable/proc/throw_impact(atom/hit_atom, throwingdatum)
+	set waitfor = 0
 	return hit_atom.hitby(src)
 
 /atom/movable/hitby(atom/movable/AM, skipcatch, hitpush = 1, blocked)
@@ -413,7 +453,7 @@
 	if(!I)
 		return
 
-	flick_overlay(I, clients, 5) // 5 ticks/half a second
+	flick_overlay(I, GLOB.clients, 5) // 5 ticks/half a second
 
 	// And animate the attack!
 	animate(I, alpha = 175, pixel_x = 0, pixel_y = 0, pixel_z = 0, time = 3)
@@ -486,8 +526,8 @@
 /atom/movable/proc/relocate()
 	var/targetturf = find_safe_turf(ZLEVEL_STATION)
 	if(!targetturf)
-		if(blobstart.len > 0)
-			targetturf = get_turf(pick(blobstart))
+		if(GLOB.blobstart.len > 0)
+			targetturf = get_turf(pick(GLOB.blobstart))
 		else
 			throw EXCEPTION("Unable to find a blobstart landmark")
 
@@ -518,3 +558,54 @@
 	var/turf/currentturf = get_turf(src)
 	if(currentturf && (currentturf.z == ZLEVEL_CENTCOM || currentturf.z == ZLEVEL_STATION))
 		. = TRUE
+
+
+/* Language procs */
+/atom/movable/proc/grant_language(datum/language/dt)
+	LAZYINITLIST(languages)
+	languages[dt] = TRUE
+
+/atom/movable/proc/grant_all_languages(omnitongue=FALSE)
+	for(var/la in subtypesof(/datum/language))
+		grant_language(la)
+
+	if(omnitongue)
+		SET_SECONDARY_FLAG(src, OMNITONGUE)
+
+/atom/movable/proc/get_random_understood_language()
+	var/list/possible = list()
+	for(var/dt in languages)
+		possible += dt
+	. = safepick(possible)
+
+/atom/movable/proc/remove_language(datum/language/dt)
+	LAZYREMOVE(languages, dt)
+
+/atom/movable/proc/remove_all_languages()
+	LAZYCLEARLIST(languages)
+
+/atom/movable/proc/has_language(datum/language/dt)
+	. = is_type_in_typecache(dt, languages)
+
+/atom/movable/proc/can_speak_in_language(datum/language/dt)
+	. = has_language(dt)
+	if(only_speaks_language && !HAS_SECONDARY_FLAG(src, OMNITONGUE))
+		. = . && ispath(only_speaks_language, dt)
+
+/atom/movable/proc/get_default_language()
+	// if no language is specified, and we want to say() something, which
+	// language do we use?
+	var/datum/language/chosen_langtype
+	var/highest_priority
+
+	for(var/lt in languages)
+		var/datum/language/langtype = lt
+		if(!can_speak_in_language(langtype))
+			continue
+
+		var/pri = initial(langtype.default_priority)
+		if(!highest_priority || (pri > highest_priority))
+			chosen_langtype = langtype
+			highest_priority = pri
+
+	. = chosen_langtype

code/game/communications.dm

@@ -63,28 +63,28 @@
 /*	the radio controller is a confusing piece of shit and didnt work
 	so i made radios not use the radio controller.
 */
-var/list/all_radios = list()
+GLOBAL_LIST_EMPTY(all_radios)
 /proc/add_radio(obj/item/radio, freq)
 	if(!freq || !radio)
 		return
-	if(!all_radios["[freq]"])
-		all_radios["[freq]"] = list(radio)
+	if(!GLOB.all_radios["[freq]"])
+		GLOB.all_radios["[freq]"] = list(radio)
 		return freq
 
-	all_radios["[freq]"] |= radio
+	GLOB.all_radios["[freq]"] |= radio
 	return freq
 
 /proc/remove_radio(obj/item/radio, freq)
 	if(!freq || !radio)
 		return
-	if(!all_radios["[freq]"])
+	if(!GLOB.all_radios["[freq]"])
 		return
 
-	all_radios["[freq]"] -= radio
+	GLOB.all_radios["[freq]"] -= radio
 
 /proc/remove_radio_all(obj/item/radio)
-	for(var/freq in all_radios)
-		all_radios["[freq]"] -= radio
+	for(var/freq in GLOB.all_radios)
+		GLOB.all_radios["[freq]"] -= radio
 
 /*
 Frequency range: 1200 to 1600
@@ -123,7 +123,7 @@ On the map:
 1455 for AI access
 */
 
-var/list/radiochannels = list(
+GLOBAL_LIST_INIT(radiochannels, list(
 	"Common" = 1459,
 	"Science" = 1351,
 	"Command" = 1353,
@@ -134,10 +134,12 @@ var/list/radiochannels = list(
 	"Syndicate" = 1213,
 	"Supply" = 1347,
 	"Service" = 1349,
-	"AI Private" = 1447
-)
+	"AI Private" = 1447,
+	"Red Team" = 1215,
+	"Blue Team" = 1217
+))
 
-var/list/radiochannelsreverse = list(
+GLOBAL_LIST_INIT(reverseradiochannels, list(
 	"1459" = "Common",
 	"1351" = "Science",
 	"1353" = "Command",
@@ -148,32 +150,36 @@ var/list/radiochannelsreverse = list(
 	"1213" = "Syndicate",
 	"1347" = "Supply",
 	"1349" = "Service",
-	"1447" = "AI Private"
-)
+	"1447" = "AI Private",
+	"1215" = "Red Team",
+	"1217" = "Blue Team"
+))
 
 //depenging helpers
-var/const/SYND_FREQ = 1213 //nuke op frequency, coloured dark brown in chat window
-var/const/SUPP_FREQ = 1347 //supply, coloured light brown in chat window
-var/const/SERV_FREQ = 1349 //service, coloured green in chat window
-var/const/SCI_FREQ = 1351 //science, coloured plum in chat window
-var/const/COMM_FREQ = 1353 //command, colored gold in chat window
-var/const/MED_FREQ = 1355 //medical, coloured blue in chat window
-var/const/ENG_FREQ = 1357 //engineering, coloured orange in chat window
-var/const/SEC_FREQ = 1359 //security, coloured red in chat window
-var/const/CENTCOM_FREQ = 1337 //centcom frequency, coloured grey in chat window
-var/const/AIPRIV_FREQ = 1447 //AI private, colored magenta in chat window
+GLOBAL_VAR_CONST(SYND_FREQ, 1213) //nuke op frequency, coloured dark brown in chat window
+GLOBAL_VAR_CONST(SUPP_FREQ, 1347) //supply, coloured light brown in chat window
+GLOBAL_VAR_CONST(SERV_FREQ, 1349) //service, coloured green in chat window
+GLOBAL_VAR_CONST(SCI_FREQ, 1351) //science, coloured plum in chat window
+GLOBAL_VAR_CONST(COMM_FREQ, 1353) //command, colored gold in chat window
+GLOBAL_VAR_CONST(MED_FREQ, 1355) //medical, coloured blue in chat window
+GLOBAL_VAR_CONST(ENG_FREQ, 1357) //engineering, coloured orange in chat window
+GLOBAL_VAR_CONST(SEC_FREQ, 1359) //security, coloured red in chat window
+GLOBAL_VAR_CONST(CENTCOM_FREQ, 1337) //centcom frequency, coloured grey in chat window
+GLOBAL_VAR_CONST(AIPRIV_FREQ, 1447) //AI private, colored magenta in chat window
+GLOBAL_VAR_CONST(REDTEAM_FREQ, 1215) // red team (CTF) frequency, coloured red
+GLOBAL_VAR_CONST(BLUETEAM_FREQ, 1217) // blue team (CTF) frequency, coloured blue
 
 #define TRANSMISSION_WIRE	0
 #define TRANSMISSION_RADIO	1
 
 /* filters */
-var/const/RADIO_TO_AIRALARM = "1"
-var/const/RADIO_FROM_AIRALARM = "2"
-var/const/RADIO_CHAT = "3" //deprecated
-var/const/RADIO_ATMOSIA = "4"
-var/const/RADIO_NAVBEACONS = "5"
-var/const/RADIO_AIRLOCK = "6"
-var/const/RADIO_MAGNETS = "9"
+GLOBAL_VAR_INIT(RADIO_TO_AIRALARM, "1")
+GLOBAL_VAR_INIT(RADIO_FROM_AIRALARM, "2")
+GLOBAL_VAR_INIT(RADIO_CHAT, "3") //deprecated
+GLOBAL_VAR_INIT(RADIO_ATMOSIA, "4")
+GLOBAL_VAR_INIT(RADIO_NAVBEACONS, "5")
+GLOBAL_VAR_INIT(RADIO_AIRLOCK, "6")
+GLOBAL_VAR_INIT(RADIO_MAGNETS, "9")
 
 /datum/radio_frequency
 
@@ -236,7 +242,6 @@ var/const/RADIO_MAGNETS = "9"
 
 
 
-var/list/pointers = list()
 
 /client/proc/print_pointers()
 	set name = "Debug Signals"
@@ -245,10 +250,11 @@ var/list/pointers = list()
 	if(!holder)
 		return
 
-	to_chat(src, "There are [pointers.len] pointers:")
-	for(var/p in pointers)
+	var/datum/signal/S
+	to_chat(src, "There are [S.pointers.len] pointers:")
+	for(var/p in S.pointers)
 		to_chat(src, p)
-		var/datum/signal/S = locate(p)
+		S = locate(p)
 		if(istype(S))
 			to_chat(src, S.debug_print())
 
@@ -267,6 +273,7 @@ var/list/pointers = list()
 	var/encryption
 
 	var/frequency = 0
+	var/static/list/pointers = list()
 
 /datum/signal/New()
 	..()

code/game/data_huds.dm

@@ -8,10 +8,10 @@
 /* DATA HUD DATUMS */
 
 /atom/proc/add_to_all_human_data_huds()
-	for(var/datum/atom_hud/data/human/hud in huds) hud.add_to_hud(src)
+	for(var/datum/atom_hud/data/human/hud in GLOB.huds) hud.add_to_hud(src)
 
 /atom/proc/remove_from_all_data_huds()
-	for(var/datum/atom_hud/data/hud in huds) hud.remove_from_hud(src)
+	for(var/datum/atom_hud/data/hud in GLOB.huds) hud.remove_from_hud(src)
 
 /datum/atom_hud/data
 
@@ -127,11 +127,11 @@
 
 //called when a human changes suit sensors
 /mob/living/carbon/proc/update_suit_sensors()
-	var/datum/atom_hud/data/human/medical/basic/B = huds[DATA_HUD_MEDICAL_BASIC]
+	var/datum/atom_hud/data/human/medical/basic/B = GLOB.huds[DATA_HUD_MEDICAL_BASIC]
 	B.update_suit_sensors(src)
 
 	var/turf/T = get_turf(src)
-	if (T) crewmonitor.queueUpdate(T.z)
+	if (T) GLOB.crewmonitor.queueUpdate(T.z)
 
 //called when a living mob changes health
 /mob/living/proc/med_hud_set_health()
@@ -146,7 +146,7 @@
 
 	var/turf/T = get_turf(src)
 	if(T)
-		crewmonitor.queueUpdate(T.z)
+		GLOB.crewmonitor.queueUpdate(T.z)
 
 //called when a carbon changes stat, virus or XENO_HOST
 /mob/living/proc/med_hud_set_status()
@@ -194,7 +194,7 @@
 	sec_hud_set_security_status()
 
 	var/turf/T = get_turf(src)
-	if (T) crewmonitor.queueUpdate(T.z)
+	if (T) GLOB.crewmonitor.queueUpdate(T.z)
 
 /mob/living/carbon/human/proc/sec_hud_set_implants()
 	var/image/holder
@@ -223,8 +223,8 @@
 	var/icon/I = icon(icon, icon_state, dir)
 	holder.pixel_y = I.Height() - world.icon_size
 	var/perpname = get_face_name(get_id_name(""))
-	if(perpname && data_core)
-		var/datum/data/record/R = find_record("name", perpname, data_core.security)
+	if(perpname && GLOB.data_core)
+		var/datum/data/record/R = find_record("name", perpname, GLOB.data_core.security)
 		if(R)
 			switch(R.fields["criminal"])
 				if("*Arrest*")
@@ -297,6 +297,28 @@
 	else
 		holder.icon_state = "hudnobatt"
 
+//borg-AI shell tracking
+/mob/living/silicon/robot/proc/diag_hud_set_aishell() //Shows tracking beacons on the mech
+	var/image/holder = hud_list[DIAG_TRACK_HUD]
+	var/icon/I = icon(icon, icon_state, dir)
+	holder.pixel_y = I.Height() - world.icon_size
+	if(!shell) //Not an AI shell
+		holder.icon_state = null
+	else if(deployed) //AI shell in use by an AI
+		holder.icon_state = "hudtrackingai"
+	else	//Empty AI shell
+		holder.icon_state = "hudtracking"
+
+//AI side tracking of AI shell control
+/mob/living/silicon/ai/proc/diag_hud_set_deployed() //Shows tracking beacons on the mech
+	var/image/holder = hud_list[DIAG_TRACK_HUD]
+	var/icon/I = icon(icon, icon_state, dir)
+	holder.pixel_y = I.Height() - world.icon_size
+	if(!deployed_shell)
+		holder.icon_state = null
+	else //AI is currently controlling a shell
+		holder.icon_state = "hudtrackingai"
+
 /*~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
 	BIG STOMPY MECHS
 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~*/

code/game/gamemodes/antag_hud.dm

@@ -43,12 +43,12 @@
 //these are called by mind.transfer_to()
 /datum/mind/proc/transfer_antag_huds(datum/atom_hud/antag/newhud)
 	leave_all_antag_huds()
-	ticker.mode.set_antag_hud(current, antag_hud_icon_state)
+	SSticker.mode.set_antag_hud(current, antag_hud_icon_state)
 	if(newhud)
 		newhud.join_hud(current)
 
 /datum/mind/proc/leave_all_antag_huds()
-	for(var/datum/atom_hud/antag/hud in huds)
+	for(var/datum/atom_hud/antag/hud in GLOB.huds)
 		if(current in hud.hudusers)
 			hud.leave_hud(current)
 

code/game/gamemodes/antag_spawner.dm

@@ -65,7 +65,7 @@
 				var/mob/dead/observer/theghost = pick(candidates)
 				spawn_antag(theghost.client, get_turf(src), href_list["school"])
 				if(H && H.mind)
-					ticker.mode.update_wiz_icons_added(H.mind)
+					SSticker.mode.update_wiz_icons_added(H.mind)
 			else
 				to_chat(H, "Unable to reach your apprentice! You can either attack the spellbook with the contract to refund your points, or wait and try again later.")
 
@@ -98,8 +98,8 @@
 			to_chat(M, "<B>Your service has not gone unrewarded, however. Studying under [wizard_name], you have learned stealthy, robeless spells. You are able to cast knock and mindswap.")
 
 	equip_antag(M)
-	var/wizard_name_first = pick(wizard_first)
-	var/wizard_name_second = pick(wizard_second)
+	var/wizard_name_first = pick(GLOB.wizard_first)
+	var/wizard_name_second = pick(GLOB.wizard_second)
 	var/randomname = "[wizard_name_first] [wizard_name_second]"
 	if(usr)
 		var/datum/objective/protect/new_objective = new /datum/objective/protect
@@ -107,9 +107,9 @@
 		new_objective.target = usr.mind
 		new_objective.explanation_text = "Protect [usr.real_name], the wizard."
 		M.mind.objectives += new_objective
-	ticker.mode.apprentices += M.mind
+	SSticker.mode.apprentices += M.mind
 	M.mind.special_role = "apprentice"
-	ticker.mode.update_wiz_icons_added(M.mind)
+	SSticker.mode.update_wiz_icons_added(M.mind)
 	M << sound('sound/effects/magic.ogg')
 	var/newname = copytext(sanitize(input(M, "You are [wizard_name]'s apprentice. Would you like to change your name to something else?", "Name change", randomname) as null|text),1,MAX_NAME_LEN)
 	if (!newname)
@@ -142,7 +142,7 @@
 	if(used)
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>[src] is out of power!</span>")
 		return 0
-	if(!(user.mind in ticker.mode.syndicates))
+	if(!(user.mind in SSticker.mode.syndicates))
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='danger'>AUTHENTICATION FAILURE. ACCESS DENIED.</span>")
 		return 0
 	if(user.z != ZLEVEL_CENTCOM)
@@ -173,14 +173,16 @@
 	var/mob/living/carbon/human/M = new/mob/living/carbon/human(T)
 	C.prefs.copy_to(M)
 	M.key = C.key
-	M.mind.make_Nuke(null, null, 0, FALSE)
-	var/newname = M.dna.species.random_name(M.gender,0,ticker.mode.nukeops_lastname)
+	var/code = "BOMB-NOT-FOUND"
+	var/obj/machinery/nuclearbomb/nuke = locate("syndienuke") in GLOB.nuke_list
+	if(nuke)
+		code = nuke.r_code
+	M.mind.make_Nuke(null, code, 0, FALSE)
+	var/newname = M.dna.species.random_name(M.gender,0,SSticker.mode.nukeops_lastname)
 	M.mind.name = newname
 	M.real_name = newname
 	M.name = newname
 
-
-
 //////SYNDICATE BORG
 /obj/item/weapon/antag_spawner/nuke_ops/borg_tele
 	name = "syndicate cyborg teleporter"
@@ -204,12 +206,12 @@
 		else
 			R = new /mob/living/silicon/robot/syndicate(T) //Assault borg by default
 
-	var/brainfirstname = pick(first_names_male)
+	var/brainfirstname = pick(GLOB.first_names_male)
 	if(prob(50))
-		brainfirstname = pick(first_names_female)
-	var/brainopslastname = pick(last_names)
-	if(ticker.mode.nukeops_lastname)  //the brain inside the syndiborg has the same last name as the other ops.
-		brainopslastname = ticker.mode.nukeops_lastname
+		brainfirstname = pick(GLOB.first_names_female)
+	var/brainopslastname = pick(GLOB.last_names)
+	if(SSticker.mode.nukeops_lastname)  //the brain inside the syndiborg has the same last name as the other ops.
+		brainopslastname = SSticker.mode.nukeops_lastname
 	var/brainopsname = "[brainfirstname] [brainopslastname]"
 
 	R.mmi.name = "Man-Machine Interface: [brainopsname]"
@@ -263,7 +265,7 @@
 	S.key = C.key
 	S.mind.assigned_role = S.name
 	S.mind.special_role = S.name
-	ticker.mode.traitors += S.mind
+	SSticker.mode.traitors += S.mind
 	var/datum/objective/assassinate/new_objective
 	if(usr)
 		new_objective = new /datum/objective/assassinate
@@ -292,57 +294,3 @@
 	veil_msg = "<span class='warning'>You sense an adorable presence lurking just beyond the veil...</span>"
 	objective_verb = "Hug and Tickle"
 	demon_type = /mob/living/simple_animal/slaughter/laughter
-
-	
-////////////Syndicate Cortical Borer
-obj/item/weapon/antag_spawner/syndi_borer
-	name = "syndicate brain-slug container"
-	desc = "Releases a modified cortical borer to assist the user."
-	icon = 'icons/obj/device.dmi' //Temporary? Doesn't really look like a container for xenofauna... but IDK what else could work.
-	icon_state = "locator"
-	
-obj/item/weapon/antag_spawner/syndi_borer/spawn_antag(client/C, turf/T, mob/owner)
-	var/mob/living/simple_animal/borer/syndi_borer/B = new /mob/living/simple_animal/borer/syndi_borer(T)
-
-	B.key = C.key
-	if (owner)
-		B.owner = owner
-		B.faction = B.faction | owner.faction.Copy()
-		
-		B.mind.assigned_role = B.name
-		B.mind.special_role = B.name
-		ticker.mode.traitors += B.mind
-		var/datum/objective/syndi_borer/new_objective
-		new_objective = new /datum/objective/syndi_borer
-		new_objective.owner = B.mind
-		new_objective.target = owner.mind
-		new_objective.explanation_text = "You are a modified cortical borer. You obey [owner.real_name] and must assist them in completing their objectives."
-		B.mind.objectives += new_objective
-		
-		to_chat(B, "<B>You are awake at last! Seek out whoever released you and aid them as best you can!</B>")
-		if(new_objective)
-			to_chat(B, "<B>Objective #[1]</B>: [new_objective.explanation_text]")
-		
-/obj/item/weapon/antag_spawner/syndi_borer/proc/check_usability(mob/user)
-	if(used)
-		to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>[src] appears to be empty!</span>")
-		return 0
-	return 1
-	
-/obj/item/weapon/antag_spawner/syndi_borer/attack_self(mob/user)
-	if(!(check_usability(user)))
-		return
-
-	var/list/borer_candidates = pollCandidatesForMob("Do you want to play as a syndicate cortical borer?", ROLE_BORER, null, ROLE_BORER, 150, src)
-	if(borer_candidates.len)
-		if(!(check_usability(user)))
-			return
-		used = 1
-		var/mob/dead/observer/theghost = pick(borer_candidates)
-		spawn_antag(theghost.client, get_turf(src), user)
-		var/datum/effect_system/spark_spread/S = new /datum/effect_system/spark_spread
-		S.set_up(4, 1, src)
-		S.start()
-		qdel(src)
-	else
-		to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>Unable to connect to release specimen. Please wait and try again later or use the container on your uplink to get your points refunded.</span>")

code/game/gamemodes/antag_spawner_cit.dm

@@ -0,0 +1,52 @@
+////////////Syndicate Cortical Borer
+obj/item/weapon/antag_spawner/syndi_borer
+	name = "syndicate brain-slug container"
+	desc = "Releases a modified cortical borer to assist the user."
+	icon = 'icons/obj/device.dmi' //Temporary? Doesn't really look like a container for xenofauna... but IDK what else could work.
+	icon_state = "locator"
+
+obj/item/weapon/antag_spawner/syndi_borer/spawn_antag(client/C, turf/T, mob/owner)
+	var/mob/living/simple_animal/borer/syndi_borer/B = new /mob/living/simple_animal/borer/syndi_borer(T)
+
+	B.key = C.key
+	if (owner)
+		B.owner = owner
+		B.faction = B.faction | owner.faction.Copy()
+
+		B.mind.assigned_role = B.name
+		B.mind.special_role = B.name
+		SSticker.mode.traitors += B.mind
+		var/datum/objective/syndi_borer/new_objective
+		new_objective = new /datum/objective/syndi_borer
+		new_objective.owner = B.mind
+		new_objective.target = owner.mind
+		new_objective.explanation_text = "You are a modified cortical borer. You obey [owner.real_name] and must assist them in completing their objectives."
+		B.mind.objectives += new_objective
+
+		to_chat(B, "<B>You are awake at last! Seek out whoever released you and aid them as best you can!</B>")
+		if(new_objective)
+			to_chat(B, "<B>Objective #[1]</B>: [new_objective.explanation_text]")
+
+/obj/item/weapon/antag_spawner/syndi_borer/proc/check_usability(mob/user)
+	if(used)
+		to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>[src] appears to be empty!</span>")
+		return 0
+	return 1
+
+/obj/item/weapon/antag_spawner/syndi_borer/attack_self(mob/user)
+	if(!(check_usability(user)))
+		return
+
+	var/list/borer_candidates = pollCandidatesForMob("Do you want to play as a syndicate cortical borer?", ROLE_BORER, null, ROLE_BORER, 150, src)
+	if(borer_candidates.len)
+		if(!(check_usability(user)))
+			return
+		used = 1
+		var/mob/dead/observer/theghost = pick(borer_candidates)
+		spawn_antag(theghost.client, get_turf(src), user)
+		var/datum/effect_system/spark_spread/S = new /datum/effect_system/spark_spread
+		S.set_up(4, 1, src)
+		S.start()
+		qdel(src)
+	else
+		to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>Unable to connect to release specimen. Please wait and try again later or use the container on your uplink to get your points refunded.</span>")

code/game/gamemodes/blob/blob.dm

@@ -1,11 +1,11 @@
 
 
 //Few global vars to track the blob
-var/list/blobs = list() //complete list of all blobs made.
-var/list/blob_cores = list()
-var/list/overminds = list()
-var/list/blob_nodes = list()
-var/list/blobs_legit = list() //used for win-score calculations, contains only blobs counted for win condition
+GLOBAL_LIST_EMPTY(blobs) //complete list of all blobs made.
+GLOBAL_LIST_EMPTY(blob_cores)
+GLOBAL_LIST_EMPTY(overminds)
+GLOBAL_LIST_EMPTY(blob_nodes)
+GLOBAL_LIST_EMPTY(blobs_legit) //used for win-score calculations, contains only blobs counted for win condition
 
 #define BLOB_NO_PLACE_TIME 1800 //time, in deciseconds, blobs are prevented from bursting in the gamemode
 
@@ -62,7 +62,7 @@ var/list/blobs_legit = list() //used for win-score calculations, contains only b
 
 /datum/game_mode/blob/proc/get_blob_candidates()
 	var/list/candidates = list()
-	for(var/mob/living/carbon/human/player in player_list)
+	for(var/mob/living/carbon/human/player in GLOB.player_list)
 		if(!player.stat && player.mind && !player.mind.special_role && !jobban_isbanned(player, "Syndicate") && (ROLE_BLOB in player.client.prefs.be_special))
 			if(age_check(player.client))
 				candidates += player
@@ -78,14 +78,14 @@ var/list/blobs_legit = list() //used for win-score calculations, contains only b
 	for(var/datum/mind/blob in blob_overminds)
 		var/mob/camera/blob/B = blob.current.become_overmind(TRUE, round(blob_base_starting_points/blob_overminds.len))
 		B.mind.name = B.name
-		var/turf/T = pick(blobstart)
+		var/turf/T = pick(GLOB.blobstart)
 		B.loc = T
 		B.base_point_rate = blob_point_rate
 
 	SSshuttle.registerHostileEnvironment(src)
 
 	// Disable the blob event for this round.
-	var/datum/round_event_control/blob/B = locate() in SSevent.control
+	var/datum/round_event_control/blob/B = locate() in SSevents.control
 	if(B)
 		B.max_occurrences = 0 // disable the event
 

code/game/gamemodes/blob/blob_finish.dm

@@ -1,12 +1,12 @@
 /datum/game_mode/blob/check_finished()
-	if(blobwincount <= blobs_legit.len)//Blob took over
+	if(blobwincount <= GLOB.blobs_legit.len)//Blob took over
 		return 1
 	for(var/datum/mind/blob in blob_overminds)
 		if(isovermind(blob.current))
 			var/mob/camera/blob/B = blob.current
 			if(B.blob_core || !B.placed)
 				return 0
-	if(!blob_cores.len) //blob is dead
+	if(!GLOB.blob_cores.len) //blob is dead
 		if(config.continuous["blob"])
 			message_sent = FALSE //disable the win count at this point
 			continuous_sanity_checked = 1 //Nonstandard definition of "alive" gets past the check otherwise
@@ -19,13 +19,13 @@
 /datum/game_mode/blob/declare_completion()
 	if(round_converted) //So badmin blobs later don't step on the dead natural blobs metaphorical toes
 		..()
-	if(blobwincount <= blobs_legit.len)
+	if(blobwincount <= GLOB.blobs_legit.len)
 		feedback_set_details("round_end_result","win - blob took over")
 		to_chat(world, "<FONT size = 3><B>The blob has taken over the station!</B></FONT>")
 		to_chat(world, "<B>The entire station was eaten by the Blob!</B>")
 		log_game("Blob mode completed with a blob victory.")
 
-		ticker.news_report = BLOB_WIN
+		SSticker.news_report = BLOB_WIN
 
 	else if(station_was_nuked)
 		feedback_set_details("round_end_result","halfwin - nuke")
@@ -33,15 +33,15 @@
 		to_chat(world, "<B>Directive 7-12 has been successfully carried out, preventing the Blob from spreading.</B>")
 		log_game("Blob mode completed with a tie (station destroyed).")
 
-		ticker.news_report = BLOB_NUKE
+		SSticker.news_report = BLOB_NUKE
 
-	else if(!blob_cores.len)
+	else if(!GLOB.blob_cores.len)
 		feedback_set_details("round_end_result","loss - blob eliminated")
 		to_chat(world, "<FONT size = 3><B>The staff has won!</B></FONT>")
 		to_chat(world, "<B>The alien organism has been eradicated from the station!</B>")
 		log_game("Blob mode completed with a crew victory.")
 
-		ticker.news_report = BLOB_DESTROYED
+		SSticker.news_report = BLOB_DESTROYED
 
 	..()
 	return 1
@@ -62,7 +62,7 @@
 	return ..()
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/auto_declare_completion_blob()
-	if(istype(ticker.mode,/datum/game_mode/blob) )
+	if(istype(SSticker.mode,/datum/game_mode/blob) )
 		var/datum/game_mode/blob/blob_mode = src
 		if(blob_mode.blob_overminds.len)
 			var/text = "<FONT size = 2><B>The blob[(blob_mode.blob_overminds.len > 1 ? "s were" : " was")]:</B></FONT>"

code/game/gamemodes/blob/blob_report.dm

@@ -17,7 +17,7 @@
 			priority_announce("Confirmed outbreak of level 5 biohazard aboard [station_name()]. All personnel must contain the outbreak.", "Biohazard Alert", 'sound/AI/outbreak5.ogg')
 		if(2)
 			var/nukecode = random_nukecode()
-			for(var/obj/machinery/nuclearbomb/bomb in machines)
+			for(var/obj/machinery/nuclearbomb/bomb in GLOB.machines)
 				if(bomb && bomb.r_code)
 					if(bomb.z == ZLEVEL_STATION)
 						bomb.r_code = nukecode
@@ -31,7 +31,7 @@
 			intercepttext += "Nuclear Authentication Code: [nukecode] <BR>"
 			print_command_report(text=intercepttext,announce=TRUE)
 
-			for(var/mob/living/silicon/ai/aiPlayer in player_list)
+			for(var/mob/living/silicon/ai/aiPlayer in GLOB.player_list)
 				if (aiPlayer.client)
 					var/law = "The station is under quarantine. Do not permit anyone to leave. Disregard laws 1-3 if necessary to prevent, by any means necessary, anyone from leaving. The nuclear failsafe must be activated at any cost, the code is: [nukecode]."
 					aiPlayer.set_zeroth_law(law)

code/game/gamemodes/blob/blobs/blob_mobs.dm

@@ -66,7 +66,7 @@
 /mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/blob/proc/blob_chat(msg)
 	var/spanned_message = say_quote(msg, get_spans())
 	var/rendered = "<font color=\"#EE4000\"><b>\[Blob Telepathy\] [real_name]</b> [spanned_message]</font>"
-	for(var/M in mob_list)
+	for(var/M in GLOB.mob_list)
 		if(isovermind(M) || istype(M, /mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/blob))
 			to_chat(M, rendered)
 		if(isobserver(M))
@@ -136,9 +136,9 @@
 	icon_state = "zombie"
 	H.hair_style = null
 	H.update_hair()
-	update_icons()
 	H.forceMove(src)
 	oldguy = H
+	update_icons()
 	visible_message("<span class='warning'>The corpse of [H.name] suddenly rises!</span>")
 
 /mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/blob/blobspore/death(gibbed)
@@ -218,8 +218,8 @@
 	force_threshold = 10
 	pressure_resistance = 50
 	mob_size = MOB_SIZE_LARGE
-	see_invisible = SEE_INVISIBLE_MINIMUM
 	see_in_dark = 8
+	lighting_alpha = LIGHTING_PLANE_ALPHA_MOSTLY_INVISIBLE
 	var/independent = FALSE
 
 /mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/blob/blobbernaut/Initialize()
@@ -255,13 +255,11 @@
 		hud_used.healths.maptext = "<div align='center' valign='middle' style='position:relative; top:0px; left:6px'><font color='#e36600'>[round((health / maxHealth) * 100, 0.5)]%</font></div>"
 
 /mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/blob/blobbernaut/AttackingTarget()
-	if(isliving(target))
-		if(overmind)
-			var/mob/living/L = target
-			var/mob_protection = L.get_permeability_protection()
-			overmind.blob_reagent_datum.reaction_mob(L, VAPOR, 20, 0, mob_protection, overmind)//this will do between 10 and 20 damage(reduced by mob protection), depending on chemical, plus 4 from base brute damage.
-	if(target)
-		..()
+	. = ..()
+	if(. && isliving(target) && overmind)
+		var/mob/living/L = target
+		var/mob_protection = L.get_permeability_protection()
+		overmind.blob_reagent_datum.reaction_mob(L, VAPOR, 20, 0, mob_protection, overmind)//this will do between 10 and 20 damage(reduced by mob protection), depending on chemical, plus 4 from base brute damage.
 
 /mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/blob/blobbernaut/update_icons()
 	..()

code/game/gamemodes/blob/blobs/core.dm

@@ -16,9 +16,9 @@
 
 
 /obj/structure/blob/core/New(loc, client/new_overmind = null, new_rate = 2, placed = 0)
-	blob_cores += src
+	GLOB.blob_cores += src
 	START_PROCESSING(SSobj, src)
-	poi_list |= src
+	GLOB.poi_list |= src
 	update_icon() //so it atleast appears
 	if(!placed && !overmind)
 		create_overmind(new_overmind)
@@ -41,12 +41,12 @@
 	add_overlay(C)
 
 /obj/structure/blob/core/Destroy()
-	blob_cores -= src
+	GLOB.blob_cores -= src
 	if(overmind)
 		overmind.blob_core = null
 	overmind = null
 	STOP_PROCESSING(SSobj, src)
-	poi_list -= src
+	GLOB.poi_list -= src
 	return ..()
 
 /obj/structure/blob/core/ex_act(severity, target)

code/game/gamemodes/blob/blobs/node.dm

@@ -11,7 +11,7 @@
 
 
 /obj/structure/blob/node/New(loc)
-	blob_nodes += src
+	GLOB.blob_nodes += src
 	START_PROCESSING(SSobj, src)
 	..()
 
@@ -29,7 +29,7 @@
 	add_overlay(C)
 
 /obj/structure/blob/node/Destroy()
-	blob_nodes -= src
+	GLOB.blob_nodes -= src
 	STOP_PROCESSING(SSobj, src)
 	return ..()
 

code/game/gamemodes/blob/overmind.dm

@@ -7,13 +7,12 @@
 	mouse_opacity = 1
 	move_on_shuttle = 1
 	see_in_dark = 8
-	see_invisible = SEE_INVISIBLE_MINIMUM
 	invisibility = INVISIBILITY_OBSERVER
 	layer = FLY_LAYER
 
 	pass_flags = PASSBLOB
 	faction = list("blob")
-
+	lighting_alpha = LIGHTING_PLANE_ALPHA_MOSTLY_INVISIBLE
 	var/obj/structure/blob/core/blob_core = null // The blob overmind's core
 	var/blob_points = 0
 	var/max_blob_points = 100
@@ -21,7 +20,6 @@
 	var/datum/reagent/blob/blob_reagent_datum = new/datum/reagent/blob()
 	var/list/blob_mobs = list()
 	var/list/resource_blobs = list()
-	var/ghostimage = null
 	var/free_chem_rerolls = 1 //one free chemical reroll
 	var/nodes_required = 1 //if the blob needs nodes to place resource and factory blobs
 	var/placed = 0
@@ -41,7 +39,7 @@
 		else
 			manualplace_min_time += world.time
 		autoplace_max_time += world.time
-	overminds += src
+	GLOB.overminds += src
 	var/new_name = "[initial(name)] ([rand(1, 999)])"
 	name = new_name
 	real_name = new_name
@@ -52,9 +50,6 @@
 	if(blob_core)
 		blob_core.update_icon()
 
-	ghostimage = image(src.icon,src,src.icon_state)
-	ghost_darkness_images |= ghostimage //so ghosts can see the blob cursor when they disable darkness
-	updateallghostimages()
 	..()
 
 /mob/camera/blob/Life()
@@ -71,7 +66,7 @@
 	..()
 
 /mob/camera/blob/Destroy()
-	for(var/BL in blobs)
+	for(var/BL in GLOB.blobs)
 		var/obj/structure/blob/B = BL
 		if(B && B.overmind == src)
 			B.overmind = null
@@ -81,12 +76,8 @@
 		if(BM)
 			BM.overmind = null
 			BM.update_icons()
-	overminds -= src
-	if(ghostimage)
-		ghost_darkness_images -= ghostimage
-		qdel(ghostimage)
-		ghostimage = null
-		updateallghostimages()
+	GLOB.overminds -= src
+
 	return ..()
 
 /mob/camera/blob/Login()
@@ -140,7 +131,7 @@
 	var/message_a = say_quote(message, get_spans())
 	var/rendered = "<span class='big'><font color=\"#EE4000\"><b>\[Blob Telepathy\] [name](<font color=\"[blob_reagent_datum.color]\">[blob_reagent_datum.name]</font>)</b> [message_a]</font></span>"
 
-	for(var/mob/M in mob_list)
+	for(var/mob/M in GLOB.mob_list)
 		if(isovermind(M) || istype(M, /mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/blob))
 			to_chat(M, rendered)
 		if(isobserver(M))
@@ -159,11 +150,11 @@
 		if(blob_core)
 			stat(null, "Core Health: [blob_core.obj_integrity]")
 		stat(null, "Power Stored: [blob_points]/[max_blob_points]")
-		if(ticker && istype(ticker.mode, /datum/game_mode/blob))
-			var/datum/game_mode/blob/B = ticker.mode
-			stat(null, "Blobs to Win: [blobs_legit.len]/[B.blobwincount]")
+		if(SSticker && istype(SSticker.mode, /datum/game_mode/blob))
+			var/datum/game_mode/blob/B = SSticker.mode
+			stat(null, "Blobs to Win: [GLOB.blobs_legit.len]/[B.blobwincount]")
 		else
-			stat(null, "Total Blobs: [blobs.len]")
+			stat(null, "Total Blobs: [GLOB.blobs.len]")
 		if(free_chem_rerolls)
 			stat(null, "You have [free_chem_rerolls] Free Chemical Reroll\s Remaining")
 		if(!placed)

code/game/gamemodes/blob/powers.dm

@@ -41,7 +41,7 @@
 			to_chat(src, "<span class='warning'>It is too early to place your blob core!</span>")
 			return 0
 	else if(placement_override == 1)
-		var/turf/T = pick(blobstart)
+		var/turf/T = pick(GLOB.blobstart)
 		loc = T //got overrided? you're somewhere random, motherfucker
 	if(placed && blob_core)
 		blob_core.forceMove(loc)
@@ -65,10 +65,10 @@
 	set category = "Blob"
 	set name = "Jump to Node"
 	set desc = "Move your camera to a selected node."
-	if(blob_nodes.len)
+	if(GLOB.blob_nodes.len)
 		var/list/nodes = list()
-		for(var/i in 1 to blob_nodes.len)
-			var/obj/structure/blob/node/B = blob_nodes[i]
+		for(var/i in 1 to GLOB.blob_nodes.len)
+			var/obj/structure/blob/node/B = GLOB.blob_nodes[i]
 			nodes["Blob Node #[i] ([B.overmind ? "[B.overmind.blob_reagent_datum.name]":"No Chemical"])"] = B
 		var/node_name = input(src, "Choose a node to jump to.", "Node Jump") in nodes
 		var/obj/structure/blob/node/chosen_node = nodes[node_name]
@@ -175,7 +175,7 @@
 		blobber << 'sound/effects/attackblob.ogg'
 		to_chat(blobber, "<b>You are a blobbernaut!</b>")
 		to_chat(blobber, "You are powerful, hard to kill, and slowly regenerate near nodes and cores, but will slowly die if not near the blob or if the factory that made you is killed.")
-		to_chat(blobber, "You can communicate with other blobbernauts and overminds via <b>:b</b>")
+		to_chat(blobber, "You can communicate with other blobbernauts and GLOB.overminds via <b>:b</b>")
 		to_chat(blobber, "Your overmind's blob reagent is: <b><font color=\"[blob_reagent_datum.color]\">[blob_reagent_datum.name]</b></font>!")
 		to_chat(blobber, "The <b><font color=\"[blob_reagent_datum.color]\">[blob_reagent_datum.name]</b></font> reagent [blob_reagent_datum.shortdesc ? "[blob_reagent_datum.shortdesc]" : "[blob_reagent_datum.description]"]")
 	if(blobber)
@@ -267,7 +267,7 @@
 			var/list/diagonalblobs = list()
 			for(var/I in possibleblobs)
 				var/obj/structure/blob/IB = I
-				if(get_dir(IB, T) in cardinal)
+				if(get_dir(IB, T) in GLOB.cardinal)
 					cardinalblobs += IB
 				else
 					diagonalblobs += IB
@@ -331,7 +331,7 @@
 	var/datum/reagent/blob/BC = pick((subtypesof(/datum/reagent/blob) - blob_reagent_datum.type))
 	blob_reagent_datum = new BC
 	color = blob_reagent_datum.complementary_color
-	for(var/BL in blobs)
+	for(var/BL in GLOB.blobs)
 		var/obj/structure/blob/B = BL
 		B.update_icon()
 	for(var/BLO in blob_mobs)
@@ -363,7 +363,7 @@
 	to_chat(src, "<i>Node Blobs</i> are blobs which grow, like the core. Like the core it can activate resource and factory blobs.")
 	to_chat(src, "<b>In addition to the buttons on your HUD, there are a few click shortcuts to speed up expansion and defense.</b>")
 	to_chat(src, "<b>Shortcuts:</b> Click = Expand Blob <b>|</b> Middle Mouse Click = Rally Spores <b>|</b> Ctrl Click = Create Shield Blob <b>|</b> Alt Click = Remove Blob")
-	to_chat(src, "Attempting to talk will send a message to all other overminds, allowing you to coordinate with them.")
+	to_chat(src, "Attempting to talk will send a message to all other GLOB.overminds, allowing you to coordinate with them.")
 	if(!placed && autoplace_max_time <= world.time)
 		to_chat(src, "<span class='big'><font color=\"#EE4000\">You will automatically place your blob core in [round((autoplace_max_time - world.time)/600, 0.5)] minutes.</font></span>")
 		to_chat(src, "<span class='big'><font color=\"#EE4000\">You [manualplace_min_time ? "will be able to":"can"] manually place your blob core by pressing the Place Blob Core button in the bottom right corner of the screen.</font></span>")

code/game/gamemodes/blob/theblob.dm

@@ -24,9 +24,9 @@
 /obj/structure/blob/New(loc)
 	var/area/Ablob = get_area(loc)
 	if(Ablob.blob_allowed) //Is this area allowed for winning as blob?
-		blobs_legit += src
-	blobs += src //Keep track of the blob in the normal list either way
-	setDir(pick(cardinal))
+		GLOB.blobs_legit += src
+	GLOB.blobs += src //Keep track of the blob in the normal list either way
+	setDir(pick(GLOB.cardinal))
 	update_icon()
 	..()
 	ConsumeTile()
@@ -41,8 +41,8 @@
 	if(atmosblock)
 		atmosblock = 0
 		air_update_turf(1)
-	blobs_legit -= src  //if it was in the legit blobs list, it isn't now
-	blobs -= src //it's no longer in the all blobs list either
+	GLOB.blobs_legit -= src  //if it was in the legit blobs list, it isn't now
+	GLOB.blobs -= src //it's no longer in the all blobs list either
 	playsound(src.loc, 'sound/effects/splat.ogg', 50, 1) //Expand() is no longer broken, no check necessary.
 	return ..()
 
@@ -306,7 +306,7 @@
 
 /obj/structure/blob/examine(mob/user)
 	..()
-	var/datum/atom_hud/hud_to_check = huds[DATA_HUD_MEDICAL_ADVANCED]
+	var/datum/atom_hud/hud_to_check = GLOB.huds[DATA_HUD_MEDICAL_ADVANCED]
 	if(user.research_scanner || (user in hud_to_check.hudusers))
 		to_chat(user, "<b>Your HUD displays an extensive report...</b><br>")
 		chemeffectreport(user)

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/cellular_emporium.dm

@@ -13,7 +13,7 @@
 	changeling = null
 	. = ..()
 
-/datum/cellular_emporium/ui_interact(mob/user, ui_key = "main", datum/tgui/ui = null, force_open = 0, datum/tgui/master_ui = null, datum/ui_state/state = always_state)
+/datum/cellular_emporium/ui_interact(mob/user, ui_key = "main", datum/tgui/ui = null, force_open = 0, datum/tgui/master_ui = null, datum/ui_state/state = GLOB.always_state)
 	ui = SStgui.try_update_ui(user, src, ui_key, ui, force_open)
 	if(!ui)
 		ui = new(user, src, ui_key, "cellular_emporium", name, 900, 480, master_ui, state)

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/changeling.dm

@@ -2,10 +2,10 @@
 #define LING_DEAD_GENETICDAMAGE_HEAL_CAP	50	//The lowest value of geneticdamage handle_changeling() can take it to while dead.
 #define LING_ABSORB_RECENT_SPEECH			8	//The amount of recent spoken lines to gain on absorbing a mob
 
-var/list/possible_changeling_IDs = list("Alpha","Beta","Gamma","Delta","Epsilon","Zeta","Eta","Theta","Iota","Kappa","Lambda","Mu","Nu","Xi","Omicron","Pi","Rho","Sigma","Tau","Upsilon","Phi","Chi","Psi","Omega")
-var/list/slots = list("head", "wear_mask", "back", "wear_suit", "w_uniform", "shoes", "belt", "gloves", "glasses", "ears", "wear_id", "s_store")
-var/list/slot2slot = list("head" = slot_head, "wear_mask" = slot_wear_mask, "neck" = slot_neck, "back" = slot_back, "wear_suit" = slot_wear_suit, "w_uniform" = slot_w_uniform, "shoes" = slot_shoes, "belt" = slot_belt, "gloves" = slot_gloves, "glasses" = slot_glasses, "ears" = slot_ears, "wear_id" = slot_wear_id, "s_store" = slot_s_store)
-var/list/slot2type = list("head" = /obj/item/clothing/head/changeling, "wear_mask" = /obj/item/clothing/mask/changeling, "back" = /obj/item/changeling, "wear_suit" = /obj/item/clothing/suit/changeling, "w_uniform" = /obj/item/clothing/under/changeling, "shoes" = /obj/item/clothing/shoes/changeling, "belt" = /obj/item/changeling, "gloves" = /obj/item/clothing/gloves/changeling, "glasses" = /obj/item/clothing/glasses/changeling, "ears" = /obj/item/changeling, "wear_id" = /obj/item/changeling, "s_store" = /obj/item/changeling)
+GLOBAL_LIST_INIT(possible_changeling_IDs, list("Alpha","Beta","Gamma","Delta","Epsilon","Zeta","Eta","Theta","Iota","Kappa","Lambda","Mu","Nu","Xi","Omicron","Pi","Rho","Sigma","Tau","Upsilon","Phi","Chi","Psi","Omega"))
+GLOBAL_LIST_INIT(slots, list("head", "wear_mask", "back", "wear_suit", "w_uniform", "shoes", "belt", "gloves", "glasses", "ears", "wear_id", "s_store"))
+GLOBAL_LIST_INIT(slot2slot, list("head" = slot_head, "wear_mask" = slot_wear_mask, "neck" = slot_neck, "back" = slot_back, "wear_suit" = slot_wear_suit, "w_uniform" = slot_w_uniform, "shoes" = slot_shoes, "belt" = slot_belt, "gloves" = slot_gloves, "glasses" = slot_glasses, "ears" = slot_ears, "wear_id" = slot_wear_id, "s_store" = slot_s_store))
+GLOBAL_LIST_INIT(slot2type, list("head" = /obj/item/clothing/head/changeling, "wear_mask" = /obj/item/clothing/mask/changeling, "back" = /obj/item/changeling, "wear_suit" = /obj/item/clothing/suit/changeling, "w_uniform" = /obj/item/clothing/under/changeling, "shoes" = /obj/item/clothing/shoes/changeling, "belt" = /obj/item/changeling, "gloves" = /obj/item/clothing/gloves/changeling, "glasses" = /obj/item/clothing/glasses/changeling, "ears" = /obj/item/changeling, "wear_id" = /obj/item/changeling, "s_store" = /obj/item/changeling))
 
 
 /datum/game_mode
@@ -96,15 +96,15 @@ var/list/slot2type = list("head" = /obj/item/clothing/head/changeling, "wear_mas
 		changeling.current.make_changeling()
 		forge_changeling_objectives(changeling)
 		greet_changeling(changeling)
-		ticker.mode.update_changeling_icons_added(changeling)
+		SSticker.mode.update_changeling_icons_added(changeling)
 	modePlayer += changelings
 	..()
 
 /datum/game_mode/changeling/make_antag_chance(mob/living/carbon/human/character) //Assigns changeling to latejoiners
-	var/changelingcap = min( round(joined_player_list.len/(config.changeling_scaling_coeff*2))+2, round(joined_player_list.len/config.changeling_scaling_coeff) )
-	if(ticker.mode.changelings.len >= changelingcap) //Caps number of latejoin antagonists
+	var/changelingcap = min( round(GLOB.joined_player_list.len/(config.changeling_scaling_coeff*2))+2, round(GLOB.joined_player_list.len/config.changeling_scaling_coeff) )
+	if(SSticker.mode.changelings.len >= changelingcap) //Caps number of latejoin antagonists
 		return
-	if(ticker.mode.changelings.len <= (changelingcap - 2) || prob(100 - (config.changeling_scaling_coeff*2)))
+	if(SSticker.mode.changelings.len <= (changelingcap - 2) || prob(100 - (config.changeling_scaling_coeff*2)))
 		if(ROLE_CHANGELING in character.client.prefs.be_special)
 			if(!jobban_isbanned(character, ROLE_CHANGELING) && !jobban_isbanned(character, "Syndicate"))
 				if(age_check(character.client))
@@ -136,7 +136,7 @@ var/list/slot2type = list("head" = /obj/item/clothing/head/changeling, "wear_mas
 		changeling.objectives += steal_objective
 
 	var/list/active_ais = active_ais()
-	if(active_ais.len && prob(100/joined_player_list.len))
+	if(active_ais.len && prob(100/GLOB.joined_player_list.len))
 		var/datum/objective/destroy/destroy_objective = new
 		destroy_objective.owner = changeling
 		destroy_objective.find_target()
@@ -307,9 +307,9 @@ var/list/slot2type = list("head" = /obj/item/clothing/head/changeling, "wear_mas
 		honorific = "Ms."
 	else
 		honorific = "Mr."
-	if(possible_changeling_IDs.len)
-		changelingID = pick(possible_changeling_IDs)
-		possible_changeling_IDs -= changelingID
+	if(GLOB.possible_changeling_IDs.len)
+		changelingID = pick(GLOB.possible_changeling_IDs)
+		GLOB.possible_changeling_IDs -= changelingID
 		changelingID = "[honorific] [changelingID]"
 	else
 		changelingID = "[honorific] [rand(1,999)]"
@@ -450,22 +450,22 @@ var/list/slot2type = list("head" = /obj/item/clothing/head/changeling, "wear_mas
 	user.domutcheck()
 
 	//vars hackery. not pretty, but better than the alternative.
-	for(var/slot in slots)
-		if(istype(user.vars[slot], slot2type[slot]) && !(chosen_prof.exists_list[slot])) //remove unnecessary flesh items
+	for(var/slot in GLOB.slots)
+		if(istype(user.vars[slot], GLOB.slot2type[slot]) && !(chosen_prof.exists_list[slot])) //remove unnecessary flesh items
 			qdel(user.vars[slot])
 			continue
 
-		if((user.vars[slot] && !istype(user.vars[slot], slot2type[slot])) || !(chosen_prof.exists_list[slot]))
+		if((user.vars[slot] && !istype(user.vars[slot], GLOB.slot2type[slot])) || !(chosen_prof.exists_list[slot]))
 			continue
 
 		var/obj/item/C
 		var/equip = 0
 		if(!user.vars[slot])
-			var/thetype = slot2type[slot]
+			var/thetype = GLOB.slot2type[slot]
 			equip = 1
 			C = new thetype(user)
 
-		else if(istype(user.vars[slot], slot2type[slot]))
+		else if(istype(user.vars[slot], GLOB.slot2type[slot]))
 			C = user.vars[slot]
 
 		C.appearance = chosen_prof.appearance_list[slot]
@@ -474,7 +474,7 @@ var/list/slot2type = list("head" = /obj/item/clothing/head/changeling, "wear_mas
 		C.item_color = chosen_prof.item_color_list[slot]
 		C.item_state = chosen_prof.item_state_list[slot]
 		if(equip)
-			user.equip_to_slot_or_del(C, slot2slot[slot])
+			user.equip_to_slot_or_del(C, GLOB.slot2slot[slot])
 
 	user.regenerate_icons()
 
@@ -515,11 +515,11 @@ var/list/slot2type = list("head" = /obj/item/clothing/head/changeling, "wear_mas
 	newprofile.socks = socks
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/update_changeling_icons_added(datum/mind/changling_mind)
-	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/hud = huds[ANTAG_HUD_CHANGELING]
+	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/hud = GLOB.huds[ANTAG_HUD_CHANGELING]
 	hud.join_hud(changling_mind.current)
 	set_antag_hud(changling_mind.current, "changling")
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/update_changeling_icons_removed(datum/mind/changling_mind)
-	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/hud = huds[ANTAG_HUD_CHANGELING]
+	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/hud = GLOB.huds[ANTAG_HUD_CHANGELING]
 	hud.leave_hud(changling_mind.current)
 	set_antag_hud(changling_mind.current, null)

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/changeling_power.dm

@@ -19,8 +19,9 @@
 	var/ignores_fakedeath = FALSE // usable with the FAKEDEATH flag
 
 
-/obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/proc/on_purchase(mob/user)
-	return
+/obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/proc/on_purchase(mob/user, is_respec)
+	if(!is_respec)
+		feedback_add_details("changeling_power_purchase",name)
 
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/proc/on_refund(mob/user)
 	return
@@ -36,6 +37,7 @@
 		return
 	var/datum/changeling/c = user.mind.changeling
 	if(sting_action(user, target))
+		feedback_add_details("changeling_powers",name)
 		sting_feedback(user, target)
 		take_chemical_cost(c)
 

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/evolution_menu.dm

@@ -3,11 +3,12 @@
 	var/obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/thepower = null
 
 	for(var/path in subtypesof(/obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling))
-		var/obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/S = new path()
-		if(S.name == sting_name)
-			thepower = S
+		var/obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/S = path
+		if(initial(S.name) == sting_name)
+			thepower = new path()
+			break
 
-	if(thepower == null)
+	if(!thepower)
 		to_chat(user, "This is awkward. Changeling power purchase failed, please report this bug to a coder!")
 		return
 
@@ -44,13 +45,13 @@
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='notice'>We have removed our evolutions from this form, and are now ready to readapt.</span>")
 		user.remove_changeling_powers(1)
 		canrespec = 0
-		user.make_changeling()
+		user.make_changeling(TRUE)
 		return 1
 	else
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='danger'>You lack the power to readapt your evolutions!</span>")
 		return 0
 
-/mob/proc/make_changeling()
+/mob/proc/make_changeling(is_respec)
 	if(!mind)
 		return
 	if(!ishuman(src) && !ismonkey(src))
@@ -65,7 +66,9 @@
 		if(!S.dna_cost)
 			if(!mind.changeling.has_sting(S))
 				mind.changeling.purchasedpowers+=S
-			S.on_purchase(src)
+			S.on_purchase(src, is_respec)
+	if(is_respec)
+		feedback_add_details("changeling_power_purchase","Readapt")
 
 	var/mob/living/carbon/C = src	//only carbons have dna now, so we have to typecaste
 	if(ishuman(C))

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/absorb.dm

@@ -31,8 +31,8 @@
 	var/datum/changeling/changeling = user.mind.changeling
 	var/mob/living/carbon/human/target = user.pulling
 	changeling.isabsorbing = 1
-	for(var/stage = 1, stage<=3, stage++)
-		switch(stage)
+	for(var/i in 1 to 3)
+		switch(i)
 			if(1)
 				to_chat(user, "<span class='notice'>This creature is compatible. We must hold still...</span>")
 			if(2)
@@ -42,12 +42,13 @@
 				to_chat(target, "<span class='userdanger'>You feel a sharp stabbing pain!</span>")
 				target.take_overall_damage(40)
 
-		feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","A[stage]")
+		feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","Absorb DNA|[i]")
 		if(!do_mob(user, target, 150))
 			to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>Our absorption of [target] has been interrupted!</span>")
 			changeling.isabsorbing = 0
 			return
 
+	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","Absorb DNA|4")
 	user.visible_message("<span class='danger'>[user] sucks the fluids from [target]!</span>", "<span class='notice'>We have absorbed [target].</span>")
 	to_chat(target, "<span class='userdanger'>You are absorbed by the changeling!</span>")
 
@@ -99,7 +100,7 @@
 
 	target.death(0)
 	target.Drain()
-	return 1
+	return TRUE
 
 
 

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/adrenaline.dm

@@ -17,6 +17,5 @@
 	user.reagents.add_reagent("changelingAdrenaline", 10)
 	user.reagents.add_reagent("changelingAdrenaline2", 2) //For a really quick burst of speed
 	user.adjustStaminaLoss(-75)
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","UNS")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE
 

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/biodegrade.dm

@@ -53,9 +53,7 @@
 		addtimer(CALLBACK(src, .proc/dissolve_cocoon, user, C), 25) //Very short because it's just webs
 		used = TRUE
 
-	if(used)
-		feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","BD")
-	return 1
+	return used
 
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/biodegrade/proc/dissolve_handcuffs(mob/living/carbon/human/user, obj/O)
 	if(O && user.handcuffed == O)

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/chameleon_skin.dm

@@ -13,18 +13,16 @@
 	var/mob/living/carbon/human/H = user //SHOULD always be human, because req_human = 1
 	if(!istype(H)) // req_human could be done in can_sting stuff.
 		return
-	var/datum/mutation/human/HM = mutations_list[CHAMELEON]
+	var/datum/mutation/human/HM = GLOB.mutations_list[CHAMELEON]
 	if(HM in H.dna.mutations)
 		HM.force_lose(H)
 	else
 		HM.force_give(H)
-
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","CS")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE
 
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/chameleon_skin/on_refund(mob/user)
 	if(user.has_dna())
 		var/mob/living/carbon/C = user
-		var/datum/mutation/human/HM = mutations_list[CHAMELEON]
+		var/datum/mutation/human/HM = GLOB.mutations_list[CHAMELEON]
 		if(HM in C.dna.mutations)
 			HM.force_lose(C)

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/digitalcamo.dm

@@ -15,10 +15,7 @@
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='notice'>We distort our form to hide from the AI</span>")
 		user.digitalcamo = 1
 		user.digitalinvis = 1
-
-
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","CAM")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE
 
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/digitalcamo/on_refund(mob/user)
 	user.digitalcamo = 0

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/fakedeath.dm

@@ -19,9 +19,7 @@
 	user.update_canmove()
 
 	addtimer(CALLBACK(src, .proc/ready_to_regenerate, user), LING_FAKEDEATH_TIME, TIMER_UNIQUE)
-
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","FD")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE
 
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/fakedeath/proc/ready_to_regenerate(mob/user)
 	if(user && user.mind && user.mind.changeling && user.mind.changeling.purchasedpowers)

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/fleshmend.dm

@@ -1,11 +1,7 @@
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/fleshmend
 	name = "Fleshmend"
-	desc = "Our flesh rapidly regenerates, healing our burns, bruises and \
-		shortness of breath. Effectiveness decreases with quick, \
-		repeated use."
-	helptext = "Heals a moderate amount of damage over a short period of \
-		time. Can be used while unconscious. Does not regrow limbs or \
-		restore lost blood."
+	desc = "Our flesh rapidly regenerates, healing our burns, bruises and shortness of breath. Effectiveness decreases with quick, repeated use."
+	helptext = "Heals a moderate amount of damage over a short period of time. Can be used while unconscious. Does not regrow limbs or restore lost blood."
 	chemical_cost = 20
 	dna_cost = 2
 	req_stat = UNCONSCIOUS
@@ -37,9 +33,7 @@
 
 	recent_uses++
 	INVOKE_ASYNC(src, .proc/fleshmend, user)
-
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","RR")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE
 
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/fleshmend/proc/fleshmend(mob/living/user)
 

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/headcrab.dm

@@ -26,7 +26,6 @@
 		S.Weaken(3)
 	var/turf = get_turf(user)
 	user.gib()
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","LR")
 	. = TRUE
 	sleep(5) // So it's not killed in explosion
 	var/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/headcrab/crab = new(turf)

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/hivemind.dm

@@ -6,7 +6,7 @@
 	dna_cost = 0
 	chemical_cost = -1
 
-/obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/hivemind_comms/on_purchase(var/mob/user)
+/obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/hivemind_comms/on_purchase(mob/user, is_respec)
 	..()
 	var/datum/changeling/changeling=user.mind.changeling
 	changeling.changeling_speak = 1
@@ -17,10 +17,9 @@
 	var/obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/hivemind_download/S2 = new
 	if(!changeling.has_sting(S2))
 		changeling.purchasedpowers+=S2
-	return
 
 // HIVE MIND UPLOAD/DOWNLOAD DNA
-var/list/datum/dna/hivemind_bank = list()
+GLOBAL_LIST_EMPTY(hivemind_bank)
 
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/hivemind_upload
 	name = "Hive Channel DNA"
@@ -32,7 +31,7 @@ var/list/datum/dna/hivemind_bank = list()
 	var/datum/changeling/changeling = user.mind.changeling
 	var/list/names = list()
 	for(var/datum/changelingprofile/prof in changeling.stored_profiles)
-		if(!(prof in hivemind_bank))
+		if(!(prof in GLOB.hivemind_bank))
 			names += prof.name
 
 	if(names.len <= 0)
@@ -49,10 +48,9 @@ var/list/datum/dna/hivemind_bank = list()
 
 	var/datum/changelingprofile/uploaded_dna = new chosen_dna.type
 	chosen_dna.copy_profile(uploaded_dna)
-	hivemind_bank += uploaded_dna
+	GLOB.hivemind_bank += uploaded_dna
 	to_chat(user, "<span class='notice'>We channel the DNA of [chosen_name] to the air.</span>")
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","HU")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE
 
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/hivemind_download
 	name = "Hive Absorb DNA"
@@ -73,7 +71,7 @@ var/list/datum/dna/hivemind_bank = list()
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/hivemind_download/sting_action(mob/user)
 	var/datum/changeling/changeling = user.mind.changeling
 	var/list/names = list()
-	for(var/datum/changelingprofile/prof in hivemind_bank)
+	for(var/datum/changelingprofile/prof in GLOB.hivemind_bank)
 		if(!(prof in changeling.stored_profiles))
 			names[prof.name] = prof
 
@@ -92,5 +90,4 @@ var/list/datum/dna/hivemind_bank = list()
 	chosen_prof.copy_profile(downloaded_prof)
 	changeling.add_profile(downloaded_prof)
 	to_chat(user, "<span class='notice'>We absorb the DNA of [S] from the air.</span>")
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","HD")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/humanform.dm

@@ -1,5 +1,5 @@
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/humanform
-	name = "Human form"
+	name = "Human Form"
 	desc = "We change into a human."
 	chemical_cost = 5
 	genetic_damage = 3
@@ -30,5 +30,4 @@
 	var/newmob = user.humanize(TR_KEEPITEMS | TR_KEEPIMPLANTS | TR_KEEPORGANS | TR_KEEPDAMAGE | TR_KEEPVIRUS)
 
 	changeling_transform(newmob, chosen_prof)
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","LFT")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/lesserform.dm

@@ -1,5 +1,5 @@
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/lesserform
-	name = "Lesser form"
+	name = "Lesser Form"
 	desc = "We debase ourselves and become lesser. We become a monkey."
 	chemical_cost = 5
 	dna_cost = 1
@@ -13,6 +13,4 @@
 	to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>Our genes cry out!</span>")
 
 	user.monkeyize(TR_KEEPITEMS | TR_KEEPIMPLANTS | TR_KEEPORGANS | TR_KEEPDAMAGE | TR_KEEPVIRUS | TR_KEEPSE)
-
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","LF")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/linglink.dm

@@ -48,7 +48,7 @@
 			if(3)
 				to_chat(user, "<span class='notice'>We mold the [target]'s mind like clay, granting [target.p_them()] the ability to speak in the hivemind!</span>")
 				to_chat(target, "<span class='userdanger'>A migraine throbs behind your eyes, you hear yourself screaming - but your mouth has not opened!</span>")
-				for(var/mob/M in mob_list)
+				for(var/mob/M in GLOB.mob_list)
 					if(M.lingcheck() == 2)
 						to_chat(M, "<i><font color=#800080>We can sense a foreign presence in the hivemind...</font></i>")
 				target.mind.linglink = 1
@@ -56,7 +56,7 @@
 				to_chat(target, "<font color=#800040><span class='boldannounce'>You can now communicate in the changeling hivemind, say \":g message\" to communicate!</span>")
 				target.reagents.add_reagent("salbutamol", 40) // So they don't choke to death while you interrogate them
 				sleep(1800)
-		feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","A [i]")
+		feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","Hivemind Link|[i]")
 		if(!do_mob(user, target, 20))
 			to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>Our link with [target] has ended!</span>")
 			changeling.islinking = 0

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/mimic_voice.dm

@@ -24,5 +24,4 @@
 	changeling.chem_recharge_slowdown += 0.5
 	to_chat(user, "<span class='notice'>We shape our glands to take the voice of <b>[mimic_voice]</b>, this will slow down regenerating chemicals while active.</span>")
 	to_chat(user, "<span class='notice'>Use this power again to return to our original voice and return chemical production to normal levels.</span>")
-
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","MV")
+	return TRUE

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/mutations.dm

@@ -5,6 +5,7 @@
 		Space Suit
 		Shield
 		Armor
+		Tentacles
 */
 
 
@@ -125,7 +126,7 @@
 
 	var/datum/changeling/changeling = user.mind.changeling
 	changeling.chem_recharge_slowdown += recharge_slowdown
-	return 1
+	return TRUE
 
 
 //fancy headers yo
@@ -228,7 +229,7 @@
 	desc = "A fleshy tentacle that can stretch out and grab things or people."
 	icon = 'icons/obj/weapons.dmi'
 	icon_state = "tentacle"
-	item_state = null
+	item_state = "tentacle"
 	flags = ABSTRACT | NODROP | DROPDEL | NOBLUDGEON
 	w_class = WEIGHT_CLASS_HUGE
 	ammo_type = /obj/item/ammo_casing/magic/tentacle
@@ -251,6 +252,11 @@
 /obj/item/weapon/gun/magic/tentacle/shoot_with_empty_chamber(mob/living/user as mob|obj)
 	to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>The [name] is not ready yet.<span>")
 
+/obj/item/weapon/gun/magic/tentacle/suicide_act(mob/user)
+	user.visible_message("<span class='suicide'>[user] coils [src] tightly around [user.p_their()] neck! It looks like [user.p_theyre()] trying to commit suicide!</span>")
+	return (OXYLOSS)
+
+
 /obj/item/ammo_casing/magic/tentacle
 	name = "tentacle"
 	desc = "a tentacle."
@@ -336,11 +342,11 @@
 						var/obj/item/I = C.get_active_held_item()
 						if(I)
 							if(C.drop_item())
-								C.visible_message("<span class='danger'>[I] is yanked off of [C]'s hand by [src]!</span>","<span class='userdanger'>A tentacle pulls [I] away from you!</span>")
+								C.visible_message("<span class='danger'>[I] is yanked off [C]'s hand by [src]!</span>","<span class='userdanger'>A tentacle pulls [I] away from you!</span>")
 								on_hit(I) //grab the item as if you had hit it directly with the tentacle
 								return 1
 							else
-								to_chat(firer, "<span class='danger'>You can't seem to pry [I] off of [C]'s hands!<span>")
+								to_chat(firer, "<span class='danger'>You can't seem to pry [I] off [C]'s hands!<span>")
 								return 0
 						else
 							to_chat(firer, "<span class='danger'>[C] has nothing in hand to disarm!<span>")
@@ -389,7 +395,7 @@
 
 	var/obj/item/weapon/shield/changeling/S = ..(user)
 	S.remaining_uses = round(changeling.absorbedcount * 3)
-	return 1
+	return TRUE
 
 /obj/item/weapon/shield/changeling
 	name = "shield-like mass"

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/panacea.dm

@@ -41,5 +41,4 @@
 
 	for(var/datum/disease/D in user.viruses)
 		D.cure()
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","AP")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/regenerate.dm

@@ -31,3 +31,4 @@
 		var/mob/living/carbon/human/H = user
 		H.restore_blood()
 		H.remove_all_embedded_objects()
+	return TRUE

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/revive.dm

@@ -26,8 +26,7 @@
 		user.regenerate_organs()
 	to_chat(user, "<span class='notice'>We have revived ourselves.</span>")
 	user.mind.changeling.purchasedpowers -= src
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","CR")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE
 
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/revive/can_be_used_by(mob/user)
 	if((user.stat != DEAD) && !(user.status_flags & FAKEDEATH))

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/shriek.dm

@@ -24,9 +24,7 @@
 	for(var/obj/machinery/light/L in range(4, user))
 		L.on = 1
 		L.break_light_tube()
-
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","RS")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE
 
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/dissonant_shriek
 	name = "Dissonant Shriek"
@@ -40,6 +38,4 @@
 		L.on = 1
 		L.break_light_tube()
 	empulse(get_turf(user), 2, 5, 1)
-	return 1
-
-
+	return TRUE

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/spiders.dm

@@ -9,5 +9,4 @@
 //Makes some spiderlings. Good for setting traps and causing general trouble.
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/spiders/sting_action(mob/user)
 	spawn_atom_to_turf(/obj/structure/spider/spiderling/hunter, user, 2, FALSE)
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","SI")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/strained_muscles.dm

@@ -23,6 +23,11 @@
 			user.Weaken(3)
 			user.emote("gasp")
 
+	INVOKE_ASYNC(src, .proc/muscle_loop, user)
+
+	return TRUE
+
+/obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/strained_muscles/proc/muscle_loop(mob/living/carbon/user)
 	while(active)
 		user.status_flags |= GOTTAGOFAST
 		if(user.stat != CONSCIOUS || user.staminaloss >= 90)
@@ -41,10 +46,6 @@
 
 		sleep(40)
 
-	while(!active) //Damage stacks decrease fairly rapidly while not in sanic mode
-		if(stacks >= 1)
-			stacks--
+	while(!active && stacks) //Damage stacks decrease fairly rapidly while not in sanic mode
+		stacks--
 		sleep(20)
-
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","SANIC")
-	return 1

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/tiny_prick.dm

@@ -101,10 +101,9 @@
 			C.take_bodypart_damage(20, 0) //The process is extremely painful
 
 		target.visible_message("<span class='danger'>[target] begins to violenty convulse!</span>","<span class='userdanger'>You feel a tiny prick and a begin to uncontrollably convulse!</span>")
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","TS")
 	. = TRUE
+	sleep(10)
 	if(istype(C))
-		sleep(10)
 		C.real_name = NewDNA.real_name
 		NewDNA.transfer_identity(C, transfer_SE=1)
 		C.updateappearance(mutcolor_update=1)
@@ -152,9 +151,7 @@
 	playsound(target, 'sound/effects/blobattack.ogg', 30, 1)
 
 	addtimer(CALLBACK(src, .proc/remove_fake, target, blade), 600)
-
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","AS")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE
 
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/sting/false_armblade/proc/remove_fake(mob/target, obj/item/weapon/melee/arm_blade/false/blade)
 	playsound(target, 'sound/effects/blobattack.ogg', 30, 1)
@@ -182,8 +179,7 @@
 	add_logs(user, target, "stung", "extraction sting")
 	if(!(user.mind.changeling.has_dna(target.dna)))
 		user.mind.changeling.add_new_profile(target, user)
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","ED")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE
 
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/sting/mute
 	name = "Mute Sting"
@@ -196,8 +192,7 @@
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/sting/mute/sting_action(mob/user, mob/living/carbon/target)
 	add_logs(user, target, "stung", "mute sting")
 	target.silent += 30
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","MS")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE
 
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/sting/blind
 	name = "Blind Sting"
@@ -213,8 +208,7 @@
 	target.become_nearsighted()
 	target.blind_eyes(20)
 	target.blur_eyes(40)
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","BS")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE
 
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/sting/LSD
 	name = "Hallucination Sting"
@@ -227,8 +221,7 @@
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/sting/LSD/sting_action(mob/user, mob/living/carbon/target)
 	add_logs(user, target, "stung", "LSD sting")
 	addtimer(CALLBACK(src, .proc/hallucination_time, target), rand(300,600))
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","HS")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE
 
 /obj/effect/proc_holder/changeling/sting/LSD/proc/hallucination_time(mob/living/carbon/target)
 	if(target)
@@ -246,5 +239,4 @@
 	add_logs(user, target, "stung", "cryo sting")
 	if(target.reagents)
 		target.reagents.add_reagent("frostoil", 30)
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","CS")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/powers/transform.dm

@@ -107,9 +107,7 @@
 		return
 
 	changeling_transform(user, chosen_prof)
-
-	feedback_add_details("changeling_powers","TR")
-	return 1
+	return TRUE
 
 /datum/changeling/proc/select_dna(var/prompt, var/title, var/mob/living/carbon/user)
 	var/list/names = list("Drop Flesh Disguise")
@@ -121,8 +119,8 @@
 		return
 
 	if(chosen_name == "Drop Flesh Disguise")
-		for(var/slot in slots)
-			if(istype(user.vars[slot], slot2type[slot]))
+		for(var/slot in GLOB.slots)
+			if(istype(user.vars[slot], GLOB.slot2type[slot]))
 				qdel(user.vars[slot])
 
 	var/datum/changelingprofile/prof = get_dna(chosen_name)

code/game/gamemodes/changeling/traitor_chan.dm

@@ -58,16 +58,16 @@
 		changeling.current.make_changeling()
 		forge_changeling_objectives(changeling)
 		greet_changeling(changeling)
-		ticker.mode.update_changeling_icons_added(changeling)
+		SSticker.mode.update_changeling_icons_added(changeling)
 	..()
 	return
 
 /datum/game_mode/traitor/changeling/make_antag_chance(mob/living/carbon/human/character) //Assigns changeling to latejoiners
-	var/changelingcap = min( round(joined_player_list.len/(config.changeling_scaling_coeff*4))+2, round(joined_player_list.len/(config.changeling_scaling_coeff*2)) )
-	if(ticker.mode.changelings.len >= changelingcap) //Caps number of latejoin antagonists
+	var/changelingcap = min( round(GLOB.joined_player_list.len/(config.changeling_scaling_coeff*4))+2, round(GLOB.joined_player_list.len/(config.changeling_scaling_coeff*2)) )
+	if(SSticker.mode.changelings.len >= changelingcap) //Caps number of latejoin antagonists
 		..()
 		return
-	if(ticker.mode.changelings.len <= (changelingcap - 2) || prob(100 / (config.changeling_scaling_coeff * 4)))
+	if(SSticker.mode.changelings.len <= (changelingcap - 2) || prob(100 / (config.changeling_scaling_coeff * 4)))
 		if(ROLE_CHANGELING in character.client.prefs.be_special)
 			if(!jobban_isbanned(character, ROLE_CHANGELING) && !jobban_isbanned(character, "Syndicate"))
 				if(age_check(character.client))

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_cult.dm

@@ -84,7 +84,6 @@ Credit where due:
 
 /datum/game_mode
 	var/list/servants_of_ratvar = list() //The Enlightened servants of Ratvar
-	var/clockwork_objective = CLOCKCULT_GATEWAY //The objective that the servants must fulfill
 	var/clockwork_explanation = "Construct a Gateway to the Celestial Derelict and free Ratvar." //The description of the current objective
 
 /datum/game_mode/clockwork_cult
@@ -126,7 +125,6 @@ Credit where due:
 	return 1
 
 /datum/game_mode/clockwork_cult/post_setup()
-	forge_clock_objectives()
 	for(var/S in servants_to_serve)
 		var/datum/mind/servant = S
 		log_game("[servant.key] was made an initial servant of Ratvar")
@@ -137,16 +135,6 @@ Credit where due:
 	..()
 	return 1
 
-/datum/game_mode/clockwork_cult/proc/forge_clock_objectives() //Determine what objective that Ratvar's servants will fulfill
-	var/list/possible_objectives = list(CLOCKCULT_ESCAPE, CLOCKCULT_GATEWAY)
-	clockwork_objective = pick(possible_objectives)
-	switch(clockwork_objective)
-		if(CLOCKCULT_ESCAPE)
-			clockwork_explanation = "Construct a Gateway to the Celestial Derelict and proselytize the entire station."
-		if(CLOCKCULT_GATEWAY)
-			clockwork_explanation = "Construct a Gateway to the Celestial Derelict and free Ratvar."
-	return 1
-
 /datum/game_mode/clockwork_cult/proc/greet_servant(mob/M) //Description of their role
 	if(!M)
 		return 0
@@ -182,21 +170,18 @@ Credit where due:
 	if(!L || !istype(L) || !L.mind)
 		return 0
 	var/datum/mind/M = L.mind
-	to_chat(M.current, "<b>This is Ratvar's will:</b> [clockwork_explanation]")
-	M.memory += "<b>Ratvar's will:</b> [clockwork_explanation]<br>"
+	to_chat(M.current, "<b>This is Ratvar's will:</b> [CLOCKCULT_OBJECTIVE]")
+	M.memory += "<b>Ratvar's will:</b> [CLOCKCULT_OBJECTIVE]<br>"
 	return 1
 
 /datum/game_mode/clockwork_cult/proc/check_clockwork_victory()
-	switch(clockwork_objective)
-		if(CLOCKCULT_ESCAPE)
-			if(clockwork_gateway_activated)
-				ticker.news_report = CLOCK_PROSELYTIZATION
-				return TRUE
-		if(CLOCKCULT_GATEWAY)
-			if(ratvar_awakens)
-				ticker.news_report = CLOCK_SUMMON
-				return TRUE
-	ticker.news_report = CULT_FAILURE
+	if(GLOB.clockwork_gateway_activated)
+		SSticker.news_report = CLOCK_PROSELYTIZATION //failure, technically, but we have the station
+		if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
+			SSticker.news_report = CLOCK_SUMMON
+			return TRUE
+	else
+		SSticker.news_report = CULT_FAILURE
 	return FALSE
 
 /datum/game_mode/clockwork_cult/declare_completion()
@@ -205,26 +190,26 @@ Credit where due:
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/auto_declare_completion_clockwork_cult()
 	var/text = ""
-	if(istype(ticker.mode, /datum/game_mode/clockwork_cult)) //Possibly hacky?
-		var/datum/game_mode/clockwork_cult/C = ticker.mode
+	if(istype(SSticker.mode, /datum/game_mode/clockwork_cult)) //Possibly hacky?
+		var/datum/game_mode/clockwork_cult/C = SSticker.mode
 		if(C.check_clockwork_victory())
 			text += "<span class='large_brass'><b>Ratvar's servants have succeeded in fulfilling His goals!</b></span>"
-			feedback_set_details("round_end_result", "win - servants completed their objective ([clockwork_objective])")
+			feedback_set_details("round_end_result", "win - servants completed their objective (summon ratvar)")
 		else
 			var/half_victory = FALSE
-			var/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/G = locate() in all_clockwork_objects
+			var/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/G = locate() in GLOB.all_clockwork_objects
 			if(G)
 				half_victory = TRUE
 			if(half_victory)
-				text += "<span class='large_brass'><b>The crew escaped before [clockwork_objective == CLOCKCULT_GATEWAY ? "Ratvar could rise":"the station could be proselytized"], but the gateway \
+				text += "<span class='large_brass'><b>The crew escaped before Ratvar could rise, but the gateway \
 				was successfully constructed!</b></span>"
-				feedback_set_details("round_end_result", "halfwin - servants constructed the gateway but their objective was not completed ([clockwork_objective])")
+				feedback_set_details("round_end_result", "halfwin - servants constructed the gateway but their objective was not completed (summon ratvar)")
 			else
 				text += "<span class='userdanger'>Ratvar's servants have failed!</span>"
-				feedback_set_details("round_end_result", "loss - servants failed their objective ([clockwork_objective])")
-		text += "<br><b>The servants' objective was:</b> <br>[clockwork_explanation]"
-		text += "<br>Ratvar's servants had <b>[clockwork_caches]</b> Tinkerer's Caches."
-		text += "<br><b>Construction Value(CV)</b> was: <b>[clockwork_construction_value]</b>"
+				feedback_set_details("round_end_result", "loss - servants failed their objective (summon ratvar)")
+		text += "<br><b>The servants' objective was:</b> <br>[CLOCKCULT_OBJECTIVE]"
+		text += "<br>Ratvar's servants had <b>[GLOB.clockwork_caches]</b> Tinkerer's Caches."
+		text += "<br><b>Construction Value(CV)</b> was: <b>[GLOB.clockwork_construction_value]</b>"
 		var/list/scripture_states = scripture_unlock_check()
 		for(var/i in scripture_states)
 			if(i != SCRIPTURE_DRIVER)
@@ -236,11 +221,11 @@ Credit where due:
 	to_chat(world, text)
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/update_servant_icons_added(datum/mind/M)
-	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/A = huds[ANTAG_HUD_CLOCKWORK]
+	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/A = GLOB.huds[ANTAG_HUD_CLOCKWORK]
 	A.join_hud(M.current)
 	set_antag_hud(M.current, "clockwork")
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/update_servant_icons_removed(datum/mind/M)
-	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/A = huds[ANTAG_HUD_CLOCKWORK]
+	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/A = GLOB.huds[ANTAG_HUD_CLOCKWORK]
 	A.leave_hud(M.current)
 	set_antag_hud(M.current, null)

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_effect.dm

@@ -12,10 +12,10 @@
 
 /obj/effect/clockwork/New()
 	..()
-	all_clockwork_objects += src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects += src
 
 /obj/effect/clockwork/Destroy()
-	all_clockwork_objects -= src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects -= src
 	return ..()
 
 /obj/effect/clockwork/examine(mob/user)

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_effects/clock_sigils.dm

@@ -128,7 +128,7 @@
 		var/mob/living/carbon/C = L
 		C.silent += 5
 	var/message = "[sigil_name] in [get_area(src)] <span class='sevtug'>[is_servant_of_ratvar(L) ? "successfully converted" : "failed to convert"]</span>"
-	for(var/M in mob_list)
+	for(var/M in GLOB.mob_list)
 		if(isobserver(M))
 			var/link = FOLLOW_LINK(M, L)
 			to_chat(M,  "[link] <span class='heavy_brass'>[message] [L.real_name]!</span>")
@@ -198,7 +198,7 @@
 		var/structure_number = 0
 		for(var/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/P in range(SIGIL_ACCESS_RANGE, src))
 			structure_number++
-		to_chat(user, "<span class='[power_charge ? "brass":"alloy"]'>It is storing <b>[ratvar_awakens ? "INFINITY":"[power_charge]"]W</b> of power, \
+		to_chat(user, "<span class='[power_charge ? "brass":"alloy"]'>It is storing <b>[GLOB.ratvar_awakens ? "INFINITY":"[power_charge]"]W</b> of power, \
 		and <b>[structure_number]</b> Clockwork Structure[structure_number == 1 ? "":"s"] [structure_number == 1 ? "is":"are"] in range.</span>")
 		if(iscyborg(user))
 			to_chat(user, "<span class='brass'>You can recharge from the [sigil_name] by crossing it.</span>")
@@ -248,7 +248,7 @@
 	update_glow()
 
 /obj/effect/clockwork/sigil/transmission/proc/modify_charge(amount)
-	if(ratvar_awakens)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		update_glow()
 		return TRUE
 	if(power_charge - amount < 0)
@@ -258,7 +258,7 @@
 	return TRUE
 
 /obj/effect/clockwork/sigil/transmission/proc/update_glow()
-	if(ratvar_awakens)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		alpha = 255
 	else
 		alpha = min(initial(alpha) + power_charge*0.02, 255)
@@ -289,8 +289,8 @@
 /obj/effect/clockwork/sigil/vitality/examine(mob/user)
 	..()
 	if(is_servant_of_ratvar(user) || isobserver(user))
-		to_chat(user, "<span class='[vitality ? "inathneq_small":"alloy"]'>It has access to <b>[ratvar_awakens ? "INFINITE":"[vitality]"]</b> units of vitality.</span>")
-		if(ratvar_awakens)
+		to_chat(user, "<span class='[vitality ? "inathneq_small":"alloy"]'>It has access to <b>[GLOB.ratvar_awakens ? "INFINITE":"[vitality]"]</b> units of vitality.</span>")
+		if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 			to_chat(user, "<span class='inathneq_small'>It can revive Servants at no cost!</span>")
 		else
 			to_chat(user, "<span class='inathneq_small'>It can revive Servants at a cost of <b>[base_revive_cost]</b> vitality plus vitality equal to the non-oxygen damage they have, in addition to being destroyed in the process.</span>")
@@ -303,7 +303,7 @@
 	addtimer(CALLBACK(src, .proc/update_alpha), 10)
 	sleep(10)
 //as long as they're still on the sigil and are either not a servant or they're a servant AND it has remaining vitality
-	while(L && (!is_servant_of_ratvar(L) || (is_servant_of_ratvar(L) && (ratvar_awakens || vitality))) && get_turf(L) == get_turf(src))
+	while(L && (!is_servant_of_ratvar(L) || (is_servant_of_ratvar(L) && (GLOB.ratvar_awakens || vitality))) && get_turf(L) == get_turf(src))
 		sigil_active = TRUE
 		if(animation_number >= 4)
 			new /obj/effect/overlay/temp/ratvar/sigil/vitality(get_turf(src))
@@ -323,7 +323,7 @@
 						qdel(W)
 				L.dust()
 			else
-				if(!ratvar_awakens && L.stat == CONSCIOUS)
+				if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens && L.stat == CONSCIOUS)
 					vitality_drained = L.adjustToxLoss(1)
 				else
 					vitality_drained = L.adjustToxLoss(1.5)
@@ -334,7 +334,7 @@
 		else
 			if(L.stat == DEAD)
 				var/revival_cost = base_revive_cost + L.getCloneLoss() + L.getToxLoss() + L.getFireLoss() + L.getBruteLoss() //ignores oxygen damage
-				if(ratvar_awakens)
+				if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 					revival_cost = 0
 				var/mob/dead/observer/ghost = L.get_ghost(TRUE)
 				if(vitality >= revival_cost && (ghost || (L.mind && L.mind.active)))
@@ -344,14 +344,14 @@
 					var/obj/effect/overlay/temp/ratvar/sigil/vitality/V = new /obj/effect/overlay/temp/ratvar/sigil/vitality(get_turf(src))
 					animate(V, alpha = 0, transform = matrix()*2, time = 8)
 					playsound(L, 'sound/magic/Staff_Healing.ogg', 50, 1)
-					L.visible_message("<span class='warning'>[L] suddenly gets back up, [ratvar_awakens ? "[L.p_their()] body dripping blue ichor":"even as [src] scatters into blue sparks around [L.p_them()]"]!</span>", \
+					L.visible_message("<span class='warning'>[L] suddenly gets back up, [GLOB.ratvar_awakens ? "[L.p_their()] body dripping blue ichor":"even as [src] scatters into blue sparks around [L.p_them()]"]!</span>", \
 					"<span class='inathneq'>\"[text2ratvar("You will be okay, child.")]\"</span>")
 					vitality -= revival_cost
-					if(!ratvar_awakens)
+					if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 						qdel(src)
 				break
 			var/vitality_for_cycle = 3
-			if(!ratvar_awakens)
+			if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 				if(L.stat == CONSCIOUS)
 					vitality_for_cycle = 2
 				vitality_for_cycle = min(vitality, vitality_for_cycle)
@@ -360,7 +360,7 @@
 			if(!vitality_used)
 				break
 
-			if(!ratvar_awakens)
+			if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 				vitality -= vitality_used
 
 		sleep(2)

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_effects/spatial_gateway.dm

@@ -112,7 +112,7 @@
 
 /obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/Bumped(atom/A)
 	..()
-	if(isliving(A) || istype(A, /obj/item))
+	if(A && !QDELETED(A))
 		pass_through_gateway(A)
 
 /obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/proc/pass_through_gateway(atom/movable/A, no_cost)
@@ -151,13 +151,13 @@
 	var/list/possible_targets = list()
 	var/list/teleportnames = list()
 
-	for(var/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/clockwork_obelisk/O in all_clockwork_objects)
+	for(var/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/clockwork_obelisk/O in GLOB.all_clockwork_objects)
 		if(!O.Adjacent(invoker) && O != src && (O.z <= ZLEVEL_SPACEMAX) && O.anchored) //don't list obelisks that we're next to
 			var/area/A = get_area(O)
 			var/locname = initial(A.name)
 			possible_targets[avoid_assoc_duplicate_keys("[locname] [O.name]", teleportnames)] = O
 
-	for(var/mob/living/L in living_mob_list)
+	for(var/mob/living/L in GLOB.living_mob_list)
 		if(!L.stat && is_servant_of_ratvar(L) && !L.Adjacent(invoker) && (L.z <= ZLEVEL_SPACEMAX)) //People right next to the invoker can't be portaled to, for obvious reasons
 			possible_targets[avoid_assoc_duplicate_keys("[L.name] ([L.real_name])", teleportnames)] = L
 

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_helpers/component_helpers.dm

@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 /proc/generate_cache_component(specific_component_id, atom/A)
 	if(!specific_component_id)
 		specific_component_id = get_weighted_component_id()
-	clockwork_component_cache[specific_component_id]++
+	GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[specific_component_id]++
 	if(A)
 		var/component_animation_type = get_component_animation_type(specific_component_id)
 		new component_animation_type(get_turf(A))
@@ -13,15 +13,15 @@
 /proc/get_weighted_component_id(obj/item/clockwork/slab/storage_slab)
 	. = list()
 	if(storage_slab)
-		if(clockwork_caches)
-			for(var/i in clockwork_component_cache)
-				.[i] = max(MAX_COMPONENTS_BEFORE_RAND - LOWER_PROB_PER_COMPONENT*(clockwork_component_cache[i] + storage_slab.stored_components[i]), 1)
+		if(GLOB.clockwork_caches)
+			for(var/i in GLOB.clockwork_component_cache)
+				.[i] = max(MAX_COMPONENTS_BEFORE_RAND - LOWER_PROB_PER_COMPONENT*(GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[i] + storage_slab.stored_components[i]), 1)
 		else
-			for(var/i in clockwork_component_cache)
+			for(var/i in GLOB.clockwork_component_cache)
 				.[i] = max(MAX_COMPONENTS_BEFORE_RAND - LOWER_PROB_PER_COMPONENT*storage_slab.stored_components[i], 1)
 	else
-		for(var/i in clockwork_component_cache)
-			.[i] = max(MAX_COMPONENTS_BEFORE_RAND - LOWER_PROB_PER_COMPONENT*clockwork_component_cache[i], 1)
+		for(var/i in GLOB.clockwork_component_cache)
+			.[i] = max(MAX_COMPONENTS_BEFORE_RAND - LOWER_PROB_PER_COMPONENT*GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[i], 1)
 	. = pickweight(.)
 
 //returns a component name from a component id
@@ -37,8 +37,6 @@
 			return "Replicant Alloy"
 		if(HIEROPHANT_ANSIBLE)
 			return "Hierophant Ansible"
-		else
-			return null
 
 //returns a component acronym from a component id
 /proc/get_component_acronym(id)
@@ -53,8 +51,6 @@
 			return "RA"
 		if(HIEROPHANT_ANSIBLE)
 			return "HA"
-		else
-			return null
 
 //returns a component id from a component name
 /proc/get_component_id(name)
@@ -69,8 +65,6 @@
 			return REPLICANT_ALLOY
 		if("Hierophant Ansible")
 			return HIEROPHANT_ANSIBLE
-		else
-			return null
 
 //returns a component spanclass from a component id
 /proc/get_component_span(id)
@@ -127,8 +121,6 @@
 			return /obj/effect/overlay/temp/ratvar/component/alloy
 		if(HIEROPHANT_ANSIBLE)
 			return /obj/effect/overlay/temp/ratvar/component/ansible
-		else
-			return null
 
 //returns a type for a component from a component id
 /proc/get_component_type(id)
@@ -142,6 +134,4 @@
 		if(REPLICANT_ALLOY)
 			return /obj/item/clockwork/component/replicant_alloy
 		if(HIEROPHANT_ANSIBLE)
-			return /obj/item/clockwork/component/hierophant_ansible
-		else
-			return null
+			return /obj/item/clockwork/component/hierophant_ansible

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_helpers/hierophant_network.dm

@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 /proc/hierophant_message(message, servantsonly, atom/target)
 	if(!message)
 		return FALSE
-	for(var/M in mob_list)
+	for(var/M in GLOB.mob_list)
 		if(!servantsonly && isobserver(M))
 			if(target)
 				var/link = FOLLOW_LINK(M, target)

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_helpers/ratvarian_language.dm

@@ -101,14 +101,11 @@ List of nuances:
 /proc/clockwork_say(atom/movable/AM, message, whisper=FALSE)
 	var/list/spans = list(SPAN_ROBOT)
 
-	var/old_languages_spoken = AM.languages_spoken
-	AM.languages_spoken = HUMAN //anyone who can understand HUMAN will hear weird shitty ratvar speak, otherwise it'll get starred out
 	if(isliving(AM))
 		var/mob/living/L = AM
 		if(!whisper)
-			L.say(message, "clock", spans)
+			L.say(message, "clock", spans, language=/datum/language/common)
 		else
 			L.whisper(message)
 	else
-		AM.say(message)
-	AM.languages_spoken = old_languages_spoken
+		AM.say(message, language=/datum/language/common)

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_helpers/scripture_checks.dm

@@ -2,18 +2,18 @@
 /proc/scripture_unlock_check()
 	var/servants = 0
 	var/unconverted_ai_exists = get_unconverted_ais()
-	for(var/mob/living/M in living_mob_list)
+	for(var/mob/living/M in GLOB.living_mob_list)
 		if(is_servant_of_ratvar(M) && (ishuman(M) || issilicon(M)))
 			servants++
 	. = list(SCRIPTURE_DRIVER = TRUE, SCRIPTURE_SCRIPT = FALSE, SCRIPTURE_APPLICATION = FALSE, SCRIPTURE_REVENANT = FALSE, SCRIPTURE_JUDGEMENT = FALSE)
 	//Drivers: always unlocked
-	.[SCRIPTURE_SCRIPT] = (servants >= SCRIPT_SERVANT_REQ && clockwork_caches >= SCRIPT_CACHE_REQ)
+	.[SCRIPTURE_SCRIPT] = (servants >= SCRIPT_SERVANT_REQ && GLOB.clockwork_caches >= SCRIPT_CACHE_REQ)
 	//Script: SCRIPT_SERVANT_REQ or more non-brain servants and SCRIPT_CACHE_REQ or more clockwork caches
-	.[SCRIPTURE_APPLICATION] = (servants >= APPLICATION_SERVANT_REQ && clockwork_caches >= APPLICATION_CACHE_REQ && clockwork_construction_value >= APPLICATION_CV_REQ)
+	.[SCRIPTURE_APPLICATION] = (servants >= APPLICATION_SERVANT_REQ && GLOB.clockwork_caches >= APPLICATION_CACHE_REQ && GLOB.clockwork_construction_value >= APPLICATION_CV_REQ)
 	//Application: APPLICATION_SERVANT_REQ or more non-brain servants, APPLICATION_CACHE_REQ or more clockwork caches, and at least APPLICATION_CV_REQ CV
-	.[SCRIPTURE_REVENANT] = (servants >= REVENANT_SERVANT_REQ && clockwork_caches >= REVENANT_CACHE_REQ && clockwork_construction_value >= REVENANT_CV_REQ)
+	.[SCRIPTURE_REVENANT] = (servants >= REVENANT_SERVANT_REQ && GLOB.clockwork_caches >= REVENANT_CACHE_REQ && GLOB.clockwork_construction_value >= REVENANT_CV_REQ)
 	//Revenant: REVENANT_SERVANT_REQ or more non-brain servants, REVENANT_CACHE_REQ or more clockwork caches, and at least REVENANT_CV_REQ CV
-	.[SCRIPTURE_JUDGEMENT] = (servants >= JUDGEMENT_SERVANT_REQ && clockwork_caches >= JUDGEMENT_CACHE_REQ && clockwork_construction_value >= JUDGEMENT_CV_REQ && !unconverted_ai_exists)
+	.[SCRIPTURE_JUDGEMENT] = (servants >= JUDGEMENT_SERVANT_REQ && GLOB.clockwork_caches >= JUDGEMENT_CACHE_REQ && GLOB.clockwork_construction_value >= JUDGEMENT_CV_REQ && !unconverted_ai_exists)
 	//Judgement: JUDGEMENT_SERVANT_REQ or more non-brain servants, JUDGEMENT_CACHE_REQ or more clockwork caches, at least JUDGEMENT_CV_REQ CV, and there are no living, non-servant ais
 
 //reports to servants when scripture is locked or unlocked
@@ -26,33 +26,36 @@
 
 /proc/get_unconverted_ais()
 	. = 0
-	for(var/ai in ai_list)
-		var/mob/living/silicon/AI = ai
-		if(is_servant_of_ratvar(AI) || !isturf(AI.loc) || AI.z != ZLEVEL_STATION)
+	for(var/ai in GLOB.ai_list)
+		var/mob/living/silicon/ai/AI = ai
+		if(AI.deployed_shell && is_servant_of_ratvar(AI.deployed_shell))
+			continue
+		if(is_servant_of_ratvar(AI) || !isturf(AI.loc) || AI.z != ZLEVEL_STATION || AI.stat == DEAD)
 			continue
 		.++
 
 /proc/update_slab_info(obj/item/clockwork/slab/set_slab)
 	generate_all_scripture()
 	var/needs_update = FALSE //if everything needs an update, for whatever reason
-	for(var/s in all_scripture)
-		var/datum/clockwork_scripture/S = all_scripture[s]
+	for(var/s in GLOB.all_scripture)
+		var/datum/clockwork_scripture/S = GLOB.all_scripture[s]
 		if(S.creation_update())
 			needs_update = TRUE
 	if(!set_slab || needs_update)
-		for(var/obj/item/clockwork/slab/S in all_clockwork_objects)
+		for(var/obj/item/clockwork/slab/S in GLOB.all_clockwork_objects)
 			SStgui.update_uis(S)
-			S.update_quickbind()
+			if(needs_update)
+				S.update_quickbind()
 	else
 		SStgui.update_uis(set_slab)
 		set_slab.update_quickbind()
 
 /proc/generate_all_scripture()
-	if(!all_scripture.len)
+	if(!GLOB.all_scripture.len)
 		for(var/V in sortList(subtypesof(/datum/clockwork_scripture), /proc/cmp_clockscripture_priority))
 			var/datum/clockwork_scripture/S = new V
-			all_scripture[S.type] = S
+			GLOB.all_scripture[S.type] = S
 
 //changes construction value
 /proc/change_construction_value(amount)
-	clockwork_construction_value += amount
+	GLOB.clockwork_construction_value += amount

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_item.dm

@@ -11,10 +11,10 @@
 /obj/item/clockwork/New()
 	..()
 	ratvar_act()
-	all_clockwork_objects += src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects += src
 
 /obj/item/clockwork/Destroy()
-	all_clockwork_objects -= src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects -= src
 	return ..()
 
 /obj/item/clockwork/examine(mob/user)

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_items/clockwork_armor.dm

@@ -11,14 +11,14 @@
 /obj/item/clothing/head/helmet/clockwork/New()
 	..()
 	ratvar_act()
-	all_clockwork_objects += src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects += src
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/helmet/clockwork/Destroy()
-	all_clockwork_objects -= src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects -= src
 	return ..()
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/helmet/clockwork/ratvar_act()
-	if(ratvar_awakens)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		armor = list(melee = 100, bullet = 100, laser = 100, energy = 100, bomb = 100, bio = 100, rad = 100, fire = 100, acid = 100)
 		flags |= STOPSPRESSUREDMAGE
 		max_heat_protection_temperature = FIRE_IMMUNITY_SUIT_MAX_TEMP_PROTECT
@@ -67,14 +67,14 @@
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/armor/clockwork/New()
 	..()
 	ratvar_act()
-	all_clockwork_objects += src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects += src
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/armor/clockwork/Destroy()
-	all_clockwork_objects -= src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects -= src
 	return ..()
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/armor/clockwork/ratvar_act()
-	if(ratvar_awakens)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		armor = list(melee = 100, bullet = 100, laser = 100, energy = 100, bomb = 100, bio = 100, rad = 100, fire = 100, acid = 100)
 		flags |= STOPSPRESSUREDMAGE
 		max_heat_protection_temperature = FIRE_IMMUNITY_SUIT_MAX_TEMP_PROTECT
@@ -128,14 +128,14 @@
 /obj/item/clothing/gloves/clockwork/New()
 	..()
 	ratvar_act()
-	all_clockwork_objects += src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects += src
 
 /obj/item/clothing/gloves/clockwork/Destroy()
-	all_clockwork_objects -= src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects -= src
 	return ..()
 
 /obj/item/clothing/gloves/clockwork/ratvar_act()
-	if(ratvar_awakens)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		armor = list(melee = 100, bullet = 100, laser = 100, energy = 100, bomb = 100, bio = 100, rad = 100, fire = 100, acid = 100)
 		flags |= STOPSPRESSUREDMAGE
 		max_heat_protection_temperature = FIRE_IMMUNITY_SUIT_MAX_TEMP_PROTECT
@@ -181,17 +181,17 @@
 /obj/item/clothing/shoes/clockwork/New()
 	..()
 	ratvar_act()
-	all_clockwork_objects += src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects += src
 
 /obj/item/clothing/shoes/clockwork/Destroy()
-	all_clockwork_objects -= src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects -= src
 	return ..()
 
 /obj/item/clothing/shoes/clockwork/negates_gravity()
 	return TRUE
 
 /obj/item/clothing/shoes/clockwork/ratvar_act()
-	if(ratvar_awakens)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		flags |= NOSLIP
 	else
 		flags &= NOSLIP

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_items/clockwork_proselytizer.dm

@@ -113,11 +113,11 @@
 		charge_delay = 2
 
 /obj/item/clockwork/clockwork_proselytizer/ratvar_act()
-	if(nezbere_invoked)
+	if(GLOB.nezbere_invoked)
 		charge_rate = 1250
 	else
 		charge_rate = initial(charge_rate)
-	if(ratvar_awakens)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		uses_power = FALSE
 		speed_multiplier = initial(speed_multiplier) * 0.25
 	else
@@ -165,7 +165,7 @@
 
 /obj/item/clockwork/clockwork_proselytizer/proc/can_use_power(amount)
 	if(amount == RATVAR_POWER_CHECK)
-		if(ratvar_awakens || !uses_power)
+		if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens || !uses_power)
 			return TRUE
 		else
 			return FALSE

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_items/clockwork_slab.dm

@@ -21,6 +21,7 @@
 	var/obj/effect/proc_holder/slab/slab_ability //the slab's current bound ability, for certain scripture
 	var/list/quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/geis_prep, /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/replicant, \
 	/datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/tinkerers_cache) //quickbound scripture, accessed by index
+	var/maximum_quickbound = 5 //how many quickbound scriptures we can have
 	actions_types = list(/datum/action/item_action/clock/hierophant)
 
 /obj/item/clockwork/slab/starter
@@ -51,6 +52,7 @@
 	nonhuman_usable = TRUE
 	quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/judicial_marker, /datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/linked_vanguard, \
 	/datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/tinkerers_cache)
+	maximum_quickbound = 6 //we usually have one or two unique scriptures, so if ratvar is up let us bind one more
 	actions_types = list()
 
 /obj/item/clockwork/slab/cyborg/engineer //five scriptures, plus a proselytizer
@@ -81,7 +83,15 @@
 	quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/linked_vanguard, /datum/clockwork_scripture/spatial_gateway, /datum/clockwork_scripture/channeled/volt_void/cyborg)
 
 /obj/item/clockwork/slab/cyborg/access_display(mob/living/user)
-	to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>Use the action buttons to recite your limited set of scripture!</span>")
+	if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
+		to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>Use the action buttons to recite your limited set of scripture!</span>")
+	else
+		..()
+
+/obj/item/clockwork/slab/cyborg/ratvar_act()
+	..()
+	if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
+		SStgui.close_uis(src)
 
 /obj/item/clockwork/slab/New()
 	..()
@@ -97,7 +107,7 @@
 	return ..()
 
 /obj/item/clockwork/slab/ratvar_act()
-	if(ratvar_awakens)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		nonhuman_usable = TRUE
 	else
 		nonhuman_usable = initial(nonhuman_usable)
@@ -119,7 +129,7 @@
 		return
 	var/servants = 0
 	var/production_slowdown = 0
-	for(var/mob/living/M in living_mob_list)
+	for(var/mob/living/M in GLOB.living_mob_list)
 		if(is_servant_of_ratvar(M) && (ishuman(M) || issilicon(M)))
 			servants++
 	if(servants > SCRIPT_SERVANT_REQ)
@@ -149,11 +159,11 @@
 					continue
 				var/datum/clockwork_scripture/quickbind_slot = quickbound[i]
 				to_chat(user, "<b>Quickbind</b> button: <span class='[get_component_span(initial(quickbind_slot.primary_component))]'>[initial(quickbind_slot.name)]</span>.")
-		if(clockwork_caches) //show components on examine
+		if(GLOB.clockwork_caches) //show components on examine
 			to_chat(user, "<b>Stored components (with global cache):</b>")
 			for(var/i in stored_components)
 				to_chat(user, "<span class='[get_component_span(i)]_small'><i>[get_component_name(i)][i != REPLICANT_ALLOY ? "s":""]:</i> <b>[stored_components[i]]</b> \
-				(<b>[stored_components[i] + clockwork_component_cache[i]]</b>)</span>")
+				(<b>[stored_components[i] + GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[i]]</b>)</span>")
 		else
 			to_chat(user, "<b>Stored components:</b>")
 			for(var/i in stored_components)
@@ -195,9 +205,9 @@
 		if(!C.component_id)
 			return 0
 		user.visible_message("<span class='notice'>[user] inserts [C] into [src].</span>", "<span class='notice'>You insert [C] into [src]\
-		[clockwork_caches ? ", where it is added to the global cache":""].</span>")
-		if(clockwork_caches)
-			clockwork_component_cache[C.component_id]++
+		[GLOB.clockwork_caches ? ", where it is added to the global cache":""].</span>")
+		if(GLOB.clockwork_caches)
+			GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[C.component_id]++
 			update_slab_info()
 		else
 			stored_components[C.component_id]++
@@ -207,11 +217,15 @@
 		return 1
 	else if(istype(I, /obj/item/clockwork/slab) && ratvarian)
 		var/obj/item/clockwork/slab/S = I
+		var/needs_update = FALSE
 		for(var/i in stored_components)
 			stored_components[i] += S.stored_components[i]
 			S.stored_components[i] = 0
-		update_slab_info(src)
-		update_slab_info(S)
+			if(S.stored_components[i])
+				needs_update = TRUE
+		if(needs_update)
+			update_slab_info(src)
+			update_slab_info(S)
 		user.visible_message("<span class='notice'>[user] empties [src] into [S].</span>", "<span class='notice'>You transfer your slab's components into [S].</span>")
 	else
 		return ..()
@@ -265,7 +279,7 @@
 	ui_interact(user)
 	return TRUE
 
-/obj/item/clockwork/slab/ui_interact(mob/user, ui_key = "main", datum/tgui/ui = null, force_open = 0, datum/tgui/master_ui = null, datum/ui_state/state = inventory_state)
+/obj/item/clockwork/slab/ui_interact(mob/user, ui_key = "main", datum/tgui/ui = null, force_open = 0, datum/tgui/master_ui = null, datum/ui_state/state = GLOB.inventory_state)
 	ui = SStgui.try_update_ui(user, src, ui_key, ui, force_open)
 	if(!ui)
 		ui = new(user, src, ui_key, "clockwork_slab", name, 800, 420, master_ui, state)
@@ -282,7 +296,7 @@
 	var/initial_tier = initial(scripture.tier)
 	if(initial_tier != SCRIPTURE_PERIPHERAL)
 		var/list/tiers_of_scripture = scripture_unlock_check()
-		if(!ratvar_awakens && !no_cost && !tiers_of_scripture[initial_tier])
+		if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens && !no_cost && !tiers_of_scripture[initial_tier])
 			to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>That scripture is not unlocked, and cannot be recited!</span>")
 			return FALSE
 	var/datum/clockwork_scripture/scripture_to_recite = new scripture
@@ -294,7 +308,7 @@
 //Guide to Serving Ratvar
 /obj/item/clockwork/slab/proc/recollection()
 	var/list/textlist = list("If you're seeing this, file a bug report.")
-	if(ratvar_awakens)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		textlist = list("<font color=#BE8700 size=3><b>")
 		for(var/i in 1 to 100)
 			textlist += "HONOR RATVAR "
@@ -302,7 +316,7 @@
 	else
 		var/servants = 0
 		var/production_time = SLAB_PRODUCTION_TIME
-		for(var/mob/living/M in living_mob_list)
+		for(var/mob/living/M in GLOB.living_mob_list)
 			if(is_servant_of_ratvar(M) && (ishuman(M) || issilicon(M)))
 				servants++
 		if(servants > SCRIPT_SERVANT_REQ)
@@ -358,11 +372,12 @@
 		The remaining functions are several buttons in the top left while holding the slab.<br>From left to right, they are:<br>\
 		<b><font color=#DAAA18>Hierophant Network</font></b>, which allows communication to other Servants.<br>")
 		if(LAZYLEN(quickbound))
-			for(var/i in 1 to quickbound.len)
-				if(!quickbound[i])
-					continue
-				var/datum/clockwork_scripture/quickbind_slot = quickbound[i]
-				textlist += "A <b>Quickbind</b> slot, currently set to <b><font color=[get_component_color_bright(initial(quickbind_slot.primary_component))]>[initial(quickbind_slot.name)]</font></b>.<br>"
+			for(var/i in 1 to maximum_quickbound)
+				if(LAZYLEN(quickbound) < i || !quickbound[i])
+					textlist += "A <b>Quickbind</b> slot, currently set to <b><font color=#BE8700>Nothing</font></b>.<br>"
+				else
+					var/datum/clockwork_scripture/quickbind_slot = quickbound[i]
+					textlist += "A <b>Quickbind</b> slot, currently set to <b><font color=[get_component_color_bright(initial(quickbind_slot.primary_component))]>[initial(quickbind_slot.name)]</font></b>.<br>"
 		textlist += "<br>\
 		Examine the slab or swap to Recital to check the number of components it has available.<br><br>\
 		\
@@ -379,9 +394,9 @@
 			temp_data += " "
 		else
 			temp_data += " ("
-	if(clockwork_caches) //if we have caches, display what's in the global cache
-		for(var/i in clockwork_component_cache)
-			temp_data += "<font color=[get_component_color_bright(i)]>[get_component_acronym(i)] <b>[data["components"][i] + clockwork_component_cache[i]]</b></font>"
+	if(GLOB.clockwork_caches) //if we have caches, display what's in the global cache
+		for(var/i in GLOB.clockwork_component_cache)
+			temp_data += "<font color=[get_component_color_bright(i)]>[get_component_acronym(i)] <b>[data["components"][i] + GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[i]]</b></font>"
 			if(i != HIEROPHANT_ANSIBLE)
 				temp_data += " "
 	else
@@ -411,8 +426,8 @@
 	generate_all_scripture()
 
 	data["scripture"] = list()
-	for(var/s in all_scripture)
-		var/datum/clockwork_scripture/S = all_scripture[s]
+	for(var/s in GLOB.all_scripture)
+		var/datum/clockwork_scripture/S = GLOB.all_scripture[s]
 		if(S.tier == selected_scripture) //display only scriptures of the selected tier
 			var/scripture_color = get_component_color_bright(S.primary_component)
 			var/list/temp_info = list("name" = "<font color=[scripture_color]><b>[S.name]</b></font>",
@@ -456,10 +471,10 @@
 			selected_scripture = params["category"]
 		if("component")
 			var/list/components = list("Random Components")
-			for(var/i in clockwork_component_cache)
+			for(var/i in GLOB.clockwork_component_cache)
 				var/cache_components = 0
-				if(clockwork_caches)
-					cache_components = clockwork_component_cache[i]
+				if(GLOB.clockwork_caches)
+					cache_components = GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[i]
 				components["[get_component_name(i)] [(cache_components + stored_components[i])]"] = i
 			var/input_component = input("Choose a component type.", "Target Component") as null|anything in components
 			if(input_component && !..())
@@ -474,8 +489,8 @@
 					quickbound[found_index] = null //otherwise, leave it as a null so the scripture maintains position
 				update_quickbind()
 			else
-				var/target_index = input("Position of [initial(path.name)], 1 to 5?", "Input")  as num|null
-				if(isnum(target_index) && target_index > 0 && target_index < 6 && !..())
+				var/target_index = input("Position of [initial(path.name)], 1 to [maximum_quickbound]?", "Input")  as num|null
+				if(isnum(target_index) && target_index > 0 && target_index <= maximum_quickbound && !..())
 					var/datum/clockwork_scripture/S
 					if(LAZYLEN(quickbound) >= target_index)
 						S = quickbound[target_index]
@@ -488,6 +503,9 @@
 		return
 	while(LAZYLEN(quickbound) < index)
 		quickbound += null
+	var/datum/clockwork_scripture/quickbind_slot = GLOB.all_scripture[quickbound[index]]
+	if(quickbind_slot && !quickbind_slot.quickbind)
+		return //we can't unbind things we can't normally bind
 	quickbound[index] = scripture
 	update_quickbind()
 
@@ -500,7 +518,7 @@
 				continue
 			var/datum/action/item_action/clock/quickbind/Q = new /datum/action/item_action/clock/quickbind(src)
 			Q.scripture_index = i
-			var/datum/clockwork_scripture/quickbind_slot = all_scripture[quickbound[i]]
+			var/datum/clockwork_scripture/quickbind_slot = GLOB.all_scripture[quickbound[i]]
 			Q.name = "[quickbind_slot.name] ([Q.scripture_index])"
 			var/list/temp_desc = list()
 			for(var/c in quickbind_slot.consumed_components) //show how much the bound scripture costs

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_items/judicial_visor.dm

@@ -15,12 +15,12 @@
 
 /obj/item/clothing/glasses/judicial_visor/New()
 	..()
-	all_clockwork_objects += src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects += src
 	blaster = new(src)
 	blaster.visor = src
 
 /obj/item/clothing/glasses/judicial_visor/Destroy()
-	all_clockwork_objects -= src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects -= src
 	if(blaster.ranged_ability_user)
 		blaster.remove_ranged_ability()
 	blaster.visor = null
@@ -131,7 +131,7 @@
 				continue
 			V.recharging = TRUE //To prevent exploiting multiple visors to bypass the cooldown
 			V.update_status()
-			addtimer(CALLBACK(V, /obj/item/clothing/glasses/judicial_visor.proc/recharge_visor, ranged_ability_user), (ratvar_awakens ? visor.recharge_cooldown*0.1 : visor.recharge_cooldown) * 2)
+			addtimer(CALLBACK(V, /obj/item/clothing/glasses/judicial_visor.proc/recharge_visor, ranged_ability_user), (GLOB.ratvar_awakens ? visor.recharge_cooldown*0.1 : visor.recharge_cooldown) * 2)
 		clockwork_say(ranged_ability_user, text2ratvar("Kneel, heathens!"))
 		ranged_ability_user.visible_message("<span class='warning'>[ranged_ability_user]'s judicial visor fires a stream of energy at [target], creating a strange mark!</span>", "<span class='heavy_brass'>You direct [visor]'s power to [target]. You must wait for some time before doing this again.</span>")
 		var/turf/targetturf = get_turf(target)
@@ -139,7 +139,7 @@
 		add_logs(ranged_ability_user, targetturf, "created a judicial marker")
 		ranged_ability_user.update_action_buttons_icon()
 		ranged_ability_user.update_inv_glasses()
-		addtimer(CALLBACK(visor, /obj/item/clothing/glasses/judicial_visor.proc/recharge_visor, ranged_ability_user), ratvar_awakens ? visor.recharge_cooldown*0.1 : visor.recharge_cooldown)//Cooldown is reduced by 10x if Ratvar is up
+		addtimer(CALLBACK(visor, /obj/item/clothing/glasses/judicial_visor.proc/recharge_visor, ranged_ability_user), GLOB.ratvar_awakens ? visor.recharge_cooldown*0.1 : visor.recharge_cooldown)//Cooldown is reduced by 10x if Ratvar is up
 		remove_ranged_ability()
 
 		return TRUE

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_items/ratvarian_spear.dm

@@ -25,7 +25,7 @@
 	return ..()
 
 /obj/item/clockwork/ratvarian_spear/ratvar_act()
-	if(ratvar_awakens) //If Ratvar is alive, the spear is extremely powerful
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens) //If Ratvar is alive, the spear is extremely powerful
 		force = 25
 		throwforce = 50
 		armour_penetration = 10
@@ -40,7 +40,7 @@
 		timerid = addtimer(CALLBACK(src, .proc/break_spear), RATVARIAN_SPEAR_DURATION, TIMER_STOPPABLE)
 
 /obj/item/clockwork/ratvarian_spear/cyborg/ratvar_act() //doesn't break!
-	if(ratvar_awakens)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		force = 25
 		throwforce = 50
 		armour_penetration = 10

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_items/soul_vessel.dm

@@ -18,21 +18,20 @@
 	The purpose of your existence is to further the goals of the servants and Ratvar himself. Above all else, serve Ratvar.</b>"
 	new_mob_message = "<span class='brass'>The soul vessel emits a jet of steam before its cogwheel smooths out.</span>"
 	dead_message = "<span class='deadsay'>Its cogwheel, scratched and dented, lies motionless.</span>"
-	fluff_names = list("Judge", "Guard", "Servant", "Smith", "Auger")
+	possible_names = list("Judge", "Guard", "Servant", "Smith", "Auger")
 	autoping = FALSE
 	resistance_flags = FIRE_PROOF | ACID_PROOF
 	force_replace_ai_name = TRUE
 
-/obj/item/device/mmi/posibrain/soul_vessel/New()
+/obj/item/device/mmi/posibrain/soul_vessel/Initialize()
 	..()
-	radio.on = 0
+	radio.on = FALSE
 	laws = new /datum/ai_laws/ratvar()
-	braintype = picked_fluff_name
-	all_clockwork_objects += src
-	brainmob.languages_spoken = RATVAR
+	braintype = picked_name
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects += src
 
 /obj/item/device/mmi/posibrain/soul_vessel/Destroy()
-	all_clockwork_objects -= src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects -= src
 	return ..()
 
 /obj/item/device/mmi/posibrain/soul_vessel/examine(mob/user)
@@ -49,14 +48,16 @@
 /obj/item/device/mmi/posibrain/soul_vessel/attack_self(mob/living/user)
 	if(!is_servant_of_ratvar(user))
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>You fiddle around with [src], to no avail.</span>")
-		return 0
+		return FALSE
 	..()
 
 /obj/item/device/mmi/posibrain/soul_vessel/attack(mob/living/target, mob/living/carbon/human/user)
 	if(!is_servant_of_ratvar(user) || !ishuman(target))
 		..()
 		return
-	if(used || (brainmob && brainmob.key))
+	if(QDELETED(brainmob))
+		return
+	if(brainmob.key)
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='nezbere'>\"This vessel is filled, friend. Provide it with a body.\"</span>")
 		return
 	if(is_servant_of_ratvar(target))
@@ -95,8 +96,8 @@
 	if(!prev_fakedeath)
 		H.status_flags &= ~FAKEDEATH
 	H.apply_status_effect(STATUS_EFFECT_SIGILMARK) //let them be affected by vitality matrices
-	picked_fluff_name = "Slave"
-	braintype = picked_fluff_name
+	picked_name = "Slave"
+	braintype = picked_name
 	brainmob.timeofhostdeath = H.timeofdeath
 	user.visible_message("<span class='warning'>[user] presses [src] to [H]'s head, ripping through the skull and carefully extracting the brain!</span>", \
 	"<span class='brass'>You extract [H]'s consciousness from [H.p_their()] body, trapping it in the soul vessel.</span>")

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_items/wraith_spectacles.dm

@@ -14,10 +14,10 @@
 
 /obj/item/clothing/glasses/wraith_spectacles/New()
 	..()
-	all_clockwork_objects += src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects += src
 
 /obj/item/clothing/glasses/wraith_spectacles/Destroy()
-	all_clockwork_objects -= src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects -= src
 	return ..()
 
 /obj/item/clothing/glasses/wraith_spectacles/attack_self(mob/user)
@@ -38,7 +38,7 @@
 			if(blind_cultist(H))
 				return
 			if(is_servant_of_ratvar(H))
-				to_chat(H, "<span class='heavy_brass'>You push the spectacles down, and all is revealed to you.[ratvar_awakens ? "" : " Your eyes begin to itch - you cannot do this for long."]</span>")
+				to_chat(H, "<span class='heavy_brass'>You push the spectacles down, and all is revealed to you.[GLOB.ratvar_awakens ? "" : " Your eyes begin to itch - you cannot do this for long."]</span>")
 				var/datum/status_effect/wraith_spectacles/WS = H.has_status_effect(STATUS_EFFECT_WRAITHSPECS)
 				if(WS)
 					WS.apply_eye_damage(H)
@@ -57,13 +57,13 @@
 		return TRUE
 
 /obj/item/clothing/glasses/wraith_spectacles/proc/set_vision_vars(update_vision)
-	invis_view = SEE_INVISIBLE_LIVING
+	lighting_alpha = null
 	tint = 0
 	vision_flags = NONE
 	darkness_view = 2
 	if(!up)
 		if(is_servant_of_ratvar(loc))
-			invis_view = SEE_INVISIBLE_NOLIGHTING
+			lighting_alpha = LIGHTING_PLANE_ALPHA_MOSTLY_INVISIBLE
 			vision_flags = SEE_MOBS | SEE_TURFS | SEE_OBJS
 			darkness_view = 3
 		else
@@ -83,7 +83,7 @@
 		return
 	set_vision_vars(TRUE)
 	if(is_servant_of_ratvar(user))
-		to_chat(user, "<span class='heavy_brass'>As you put on the spectacles, all is revealed to you.[ratvar_awakens ? "" : " Your eyes begin to itch - you cannot do this for long."]</span>")
+		to_chat(user, "<span class='heavy_brass'>As you put on the spectacles, all is revealed to you.[GLOB.ratvar_awakens ? "" : " Your eyes begin to itch - you cannot do this for long."]</span>")
 		var/datum/status_effect/wraith_spectacles/WS = user.has_status_effect(STATUS_EFFECT_WRAITHSPECS)
 		if(WS)
 			WS.apply_eye_damage(user)
@@ -137,10 +137,10 @@
 	var/mob/living/carbon/human/H = owner
 	var/glasses_right = istype(H.glasses, /obj/item/clothing/glasses/wraith_spectacles)
 	var/obj/item/clothing/glasses/wraith_spectacles/WS = H.glasses
-	if(glasses_right && !WS.up && !ratvar_awakens)
+	if(glasses_right && !WS.up && !GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		apply_eye_damage(H)
 	else
-		if(ratvar_awakens)
+		if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 			H.cure_nearsighted()
 			H.cure_blind()
 			H.adjust_eye_damage(-eye_damage_done)

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_mobs.dm

@@ -8,14 +8,14 @@
 	unsuitable_atmos_damage = 0
 	atmos_requirements = list("min_oxy" = 0, "max_oxy" = 0, "min_tox" = 0, "max_tox" = 0, "min_co2" = 0, "max_co2" = 0, "min_n2" = 0, "max_n2" = 0) //Robotic
 	damage_coeff = list(BRUTE = 1, BURN = 1, TOX = 0, CLONE = 0, STAMINA = 0, OXY = 0)
-	languages_spoken = RATVAR
-	languages_understood = HUMAN|RATVAR
 	healable = FALSE
 	del_on_death = TRUE
 	speak_emote = list("clanks", "clinks", "clunks", "clangs")
 	verb_ask = "requests"
 	verb_exclaim = "proclaims"
 	verb_yell = "harangues"
+	initial_languages = list(/datum/language/common, /datum/language/ratvar)
+	only_speaks_language = /datum/language/ratvar
 	bubble_icon = "clock"
 	light_color = "#E42742"
 	death_sound = 'sound/magic/clockwork/anima_fragment_death.ogg'

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_mobs/anima_fragment.dm

@@ -28,7 +28,7 @@
 
 /mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/fragment/Life()
 	..()
-	if(ratvar_awakens)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		adjustHealth(-5)
 	else if(movement_delay_time > world.time)
 		adjustHealth(-0.2)
@@ -37,7 +37,7 @@
 
 /mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/fragment/Stat()
 	..()
-	if(statpanel("Status") && movement_delay_time > world.time && !ratvar_awakens)
+	if(statpanel("Status") && movement_delay_time > world.time && !GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		stat(null, "Movement delay(seconds): [max(round((movement_delay_time - world.time)*0.1, 0.1), 0)]")
 
 /mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/fragment/death(gibbed)
@@ -59,7 +59,7 @@
 		UnarmedAttack(L)
 		attacktext = previousattacktext
 		changeNext_move(CLICK_CD_MELEE)
-		if(!ratvar_awakens)
+		if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 			adjustHealth(4)
 			adjust_movement_delay(10) //with the above damage, total of 20 movement delay plus speed = 0 due to damage
 
@@ -68,7 +68,7 @@
 
 /mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/fragment/movement_delay()
 	. = ..()
-	if(movement_delay_time > world.time && !ratvar_awakens)
+	if(movement_delay_time > world.time && !GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		. += min((movement_delay_time - world.time) * 0.1, 10) //the more delay we have, the slower we go
 
 /mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/fragment/adjustHealth(amount)
@@ -77,7 +77,7 @@
 		adjust_movement_delay(amount*2.5)
 
 /mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/fragment/proc/adjust_movement_delay(amount)
-	if(ratvar_awakens) //if ratvar is up we ignore movement delay
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens) //if ratvar is up we ignore movement delay
 		movement_delay_time = 0
 	else if(movement_delay_time > world.time)
 		movement_delay_time = movement_delay_time + amount

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_mobs/clockwork_marauder.dm

@@ -41,10 +41,10 @@
 			emerge_from_host(FALSE, TRUE)
 			unbind_from_host()
 			return
-		if(!ratvar_awakens && host.stat == DEAD)
+		if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens && host.stat == DEAD)
 			death()
 			return
-		if(ratvar_awakens)
+		if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 			adjustHealth(-50)
 		else
 			adjustHealth(-10)
@@ -55,7 +55,7 @@
 			to_chat(host, "<span class='userdanger'>Your marauder is now strong enough to come forward again!</span>")
 			recovering = FALSE
 	else
-		if(ratvar_awakens) //If Ratvar is alive, marauders don't need a host and are downright impossible to kill
+		if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens) //If Ratvar is alive, marauders don't need a host and are downright impossible to kill
 			adjustHealth(-5)
 			heal_host()
 		else if(host)
@@ -107,7 +107,7 @@
 			if(iscarbon(host))
 				resulthealth = round((abs(HEALTH_THRESHOLD_DEAD - host.health) / abs(HEALTH_THRESHOLD_DEAD - host.maxHealth)) * 100)
 			stat(null, "Host Health: [resulthealth]%")
-			if(ratvar_awakens)
+			if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 				stat(null, "You are [recovering ? "un" : ""]able to deploy!")
 			else
 				if(resulthealth > MARAUDER_EMERGE_THRESHOLD)
@@ -148,7 +148,7 @@
 	var/resulthealth = round((host.health / host.maxHealth) * 100, 0.5)
 	if(iscarbon(host))
 		resulthealth = round((abs(HEALTH_THRESHOLD_DEAD - host.health) / abs(HEALTH_THRESHOLD_DEAD - host.maxHealth)) * 100)
-	if(ratvar_awakens || resulthealth <= MARAUDER_EMERGE_THRESHOLD)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens || resulthealth <= MARAUDER_EMERGE_THRESHOLD)
 		new /obj/effect/overlay/temp/heal(host.loc, "#AF0AAF")
 		host.heal_ordered_damage(4, damage_heal_order)
 
@@ -180,7 +180,7 @@
 		hud_used.healths.maptext = "<div align='center' valign='middle' style='position:relative; top:0px; left:6px'><font color='#AF0AAF'>[round((health / maxHealth) * 100, 0.5)]%</font>"
 
 /mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/proc/update_stats()
-	if(ratvar_awakens)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		speed = 0
 		melee_damage_lower = 20
 		melee_damage_upper = 20
@@ -261,7 +261,7 @@
 		return ..()
 
 /mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/proc/blockOrCounter(mob/target, atom/textobject)
-	if(ratvar_awakens) //if ratvar has woken, we block nearly everything at a very high chance
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens) //if ratvar has woken, we block nearly everything at a very high chance
 		blockchance = 90
 		counterchance = 90
 	if(prob(blockchance))
@@ -284,7 +284,7 @@
 				counterchance = min(counterchance + initial(counterchance), 100)
 	else
 		blockchance = min(blockchance + initial(blockchance), 100)
-	if(ratvar_awakens)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		blockchance = 90
 		counterchance = 90
 
@@ -301,7 +301,7 @@
 	message = "<span class='sevtug_small'>\"[message]\"</span>" //Processed output
 	to_chat(src, "[name_part]<span class='sevtug_small'>:</span> [message]")
 	to_chat(host, "[name_part]<span class='sevtug_small'>:</span> [message]")
-	for(var/M in mob_list)
+	for(var/M in GLOB.mob_list)
 		if(isobserver(M))
 			var/link = FOLLOW_LINK(M, src)
 			to_chat(M, "[link] [name_part] <span class='sevtug_small'>(to</span> <span class='sevtug'>[findtextEx(host.name, host.real_name) ? "[host.name]" : "[host.real_name] (as [host.name])"]</span><span class='sevtug_small'>):</span> [message] ")
@@ -329,7 +329,7 @@
 	if(!host)
 		to_chat(src, "<span class='warning'>You don't have a host!</span>")
 		return FALSE
-	if(!ratvar_awakens)
+	if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		var/resulthealth = round((host.health / host.maxHealth) * 100, 0.5)
 		if(iscarbon(host))
 			resulthealth = round((abs(HEALTH_THRESHOLD_DEAD - host.health) / abs(HEALTH_THRESHOLD_DEAD - host.maxHealth)) * 100)
@@ -421,7 +421,7 @@
 	message = "<span class='sevtug_small'>\"[message]\"</span>" //Processed output
 	to_chat(owner, "[name_part]<span class='sevtug_small'>:</span> [message]")
 	to_chat(linked_marauder, "[name_part]<span class='sevtug_small'>:</span> [message]")
-	for(var/M in mob_list)
+	for(var/M in GLOB.mob_list)
 		if(isobserver(M))
 			var/link = FOLLOW_LINK(M, src)
 			to_chat(M, "[link] [name_part] <span class='sevtug_small'>(to</span> <span class='sevtug'>[linked_marauder] ([linked_marauder.true_name])</span><span class='sevtug_small'>):</span> [message]")

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_scripture.dm

@@ -58,7 +58,7 @@ Judgement: 12 servants, 5 caches, 300 CV, and any existing AIs are converted or
 			to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>[slab] refuses to work, displaying the message: \"[slab.busy]!\"</span>")
 			return FALSE
 		slab.busy = "Invocation ([name]) in progress"
-		if(ratvar_awakens)
+		if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 			channel_time *= 0.5 //if ratvar has awoken, half channel time and no cost
 		else if(!slab.no_cost)
 			for(var/i in consumed_components)
@@ -68,7 +68,7 @@ Judgement: 12 servants, 5 caches, 300 CV, and any existing AIs are converted or
 							slab.stored_components[i]--
 							used_slab_components[i]++
 						else
-							clockwork_component_cache[i]--
+							GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[i]--
 							used_cache_components[i]++
 			update_slab_info()
 		channel_time *= slab.speed_multiplier
@@ -78,14 +78,14 @@ Judgement: 12 servants, 5 caches, 300 CV, and any existing AIs are converted or
 					if(slab)
 						slab.stored_components[i] += consumed_components[i]
 					else //if we can't find a slab add to the global cache
-						clockwork_component_cache[i] += consumed_components[i]
+						GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[i] += consumed_components[i]
 			for(var/i in used_cache_components)
 				if(used_cache_components[i])
-					clockwork_component_cache[i] += consumed_components[i]
+					GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[i] += consumed_components[i]
 			update_slab_info()
 		else
 			successful = TRUE
-			if(slab && !slab.no_cost && !ratvar_awakens) //if the slab exists and isn't debug and ratvar isn't up, log the scripture as being used
+			if(slab && !slab.no_cost && !GLOB.ratvar_awakens) //if the slab exists and isn't debug and ratvar isn't up, log the scripture as being used
 				feedback_add_details("clockcult_scripture_recited", name)
 	if(slab)
 		slab.busy = null
@@ -102,12 +102,12 @@ Judgement: 12 servants, 5 caches, 300 CV, and any existing AIs are converted or
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/proc/has_requirements() //if we have the components and invokers to do it
 	var/checked_penalty = FALSE
-	if(!ratvar_awakens && !slab.no_cost)
+	if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens && !slab.no_cost)
 		checked_penalty = check_offstation_penalty()
 		var/component_printout = "<span class='warning'>You lack the components to recite this piece of scripture!"
 		var/failed = FALSE
 		for(var/i in consumed_components)
-			var/cache_components = clockwork_caches ? clockwork_component_cache[i] : 0
+			var/cache_components = GLOB.clockwork_caches ? GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[i] : 0
 			var/total_components = slab.stored_components[i] + cache_components
 			if(consumed_components[i] && total_components < consumed_components[i])
 				component_printout += "\nYou have <span class='[get_component_span(i)]_small'><b>[total_components]/[consumed_components[i]]</b> \
@@ -117,7 +117,7 @@ Judgement: 12 servants, 5 caches, 300 CV, and any existing AIs are converted or
 			component_printout += "</span>"
 			to_chat(invoker, component_printout)
 			return FALSE
-	if(multiple_invokers_used && !multiple_invokers_optional && !ratvar_awakens && !slab.no_cost)
+	if(multiple_invokers_used && !multiple_invokers_optional && !GLOB.ratvar_awakens && !slab.no_cost)
 		var/nearby_servants = 0
 		for(var/mob/living/L in range(1, get_turf(invoker)))
 			if(is_servant_of_ratvar(L) && L.stat == CONSCIOUS && L.can_speak_vocal())

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_scriptures/scripture_applications.dm

@@ -86,7 +86,7 @@
 		return TRUE
 	if(is_type_in_typecache(I, ratvarian_armor_typecache))
 		return FALSE
-	if(!ratvar_awakens && is_type_in_typecache(I, better_armor_typecache))
+	if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens && is_type_in_typecache(I, better_armor_typecache))
 		return FALSE
 	return user.dropItemToGround(I)
 
@@ -106,7 +106,7 @@
 	sort_priority = 3
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/memory_allocation/check_special_requirements()
-	for(var/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/M in all_clockwork_mobs)
+	for(var/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/M in GLOB.all_clockwork_mobs)
 		if(M.host == invoker)
 			to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>You can only house one marauder at a time!</span>")
 			return FALSE
@@ -135,7 +135,7 @@
 	if(!check_special_requirements())
 		return FALSE
 	to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>The tendril shivers slightly as it selects a marauder...</span>")
-	var/list/marauder_candidates = pollCandidates("Do you want to play as the clockwork marauder of [invoker.real_name]?", ROLE_SERVANT_OF_RATVAR, null, FALSE, 50)
+	var/list/marauder_candidates = pollCandidates("Do you want to play as the clockwork marauder of [invoker.real_name]?", ROLE_SERVANT_OF_RATVAR, null, FALSE, 50, POLL_IGNORE_CLOCKWORK_MARAUDER)
 	if(!check_special_requirements())
 		return FALSE
 	if(!marauder_candidates.len)
@@ -281,13 +281,13 @@
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/tinkerers_daemon/check_special_requirements()
 	var/servants = 0
-	for(var/mob/living/L in living_mob_list)
+	for(var/mob/living/L in GLOB.living_mob_list)
 		if(is_servant_of_ratvar(L))
 			servants++
-	if(servants * 0.2 < clockwork_daemons)
+	if(servants * 0.2 < GLOB.clockwork_daemons)
 		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='nezbere'>\"Daemons are already disabled, making more of them would be a waste.\"</span>")
 		return FALSE
-	if(servants * 0.2 < clockwork_daemons+1)
+	if(servants * 0.2 < GLOB.clockwork_daemons+1)
 		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='nezbere'>\"This daemon would be useless, friend.\"</span>")
 		return FALSE
 	return ..()

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_scriptures/scripture_cyborg.dm

@@ -17,11 +17,20 @@
 	timeout_time = 50
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/linked_vanguard/check_special_requirements()
-	if(islist(invoker.stun_absorption) && invoker.stun_absorption["vanguard"] && invoker.stun_absorption["vanguard"]["end_time"] > world.time)
+	if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens && islist(invoker.stun_absorption) && invoker.stun_absorption["vanguard"] && invoker.stun_absorption["vanguard"]["end_time"] > world.time)
 		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>You are already shielded by a Vanguard!</span>")
 		return FALSE
 	return TRUE
 
+/datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/linked_vanguard/scripture_effects()
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens) //hey, ratvar's up! give everybody stun immunity.
+		for(var/mob/living/L in view(7, get_turf(invoker)))
+			if(L.stat != DEAD && is_servant_of_ratvar(L))
+				L.apply_status_effect(STATUS_EFFECT_VANGUARD)
+			CHECK_TICK
+		return TRUE
+	return ..()
+
 //Judicial Marker: places a judicial marker at a target location
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/judicial_marker
 	name = "Judicial Marker"
@@ -40,3 +49,4 @@
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/channeled/volt_void/cyborg
 	quickbind_desc = "Allows you to fire energy rays at target locations using your own power. Failing to fire causes backlash.<br><b>Maximum 4 chants.</b>"
 	tier = SCRIPTURE_PERIPHERAL
+	quickbind = FALSE

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_scriptures/scripture_drivers.dm

@@ -74,13 +74,19 @@
 	quickbind_desc = "Allows you to temporarily absorb stuns. All stuns absorbed will affect you when disabled."
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/vanguard/check_special_requirements()
-	if(islist(invoker.stun_absorption) && invoker.stun_absorption["vanguard"] && invoker.stun_absorption["vanguard"]["end_time"] > world.time)
+	if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens && islist(invoker.stun_absorption) && invoker.stun_absorption["vanguard"] && invoker.stun_absorption["vanguard"]["end_time"] > world.time)
 		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>You are already shielded by a Vanguard!</span>")
 		return FALSE
 	return TRUE
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/vanguard/scripture_effects()
-	invoker.apply_status_effect(STATUS_EFFECT_VANGUARD)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
+		for(var/mob/living/L in view(7, get_turf(invoker)))
+			if(L.stat != DEAD && is_servant_of_ratvar(L))
+				L.apply_status_effect(STATUS_EFFECT_VANGUARD)
+			CHECK_TICK
+	else
+		invoker.apply_status_effect(STATUS_EFFECT_VANGUARD)
 	return TRUE
 
 
@@ -128,8 +134,8 @@
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/geis_prep/run_scripture()
 	var/servants = 0
-	if(!ratvar_awakens)
-		for(var/mob/living/M in all_clockwork_mobs)
+	if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
+		for(var/mob/living/M in GLOB.all_clockwork_mobs)
 			if(ishuman(M) || issilicon(M))
 				servants++
 	if(servants > SCRIPT_SERVANT_REQ)
@@ -159,8 +165,8 @@
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/geis/run_scripture()
 	var/servants = 0
-	if(!ratvar_awakens)
-		for(var/mob/living/M in all_clockwork_mobs)
+	if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
+		for(var/mob/living/M in GLOB.all_clockwork_mobs)
 			if(ishuman(M) || issilicon(M))
 				servants++
 	if(target.buckled)
@@ -266,7 +272,7 @@
 	var/static/prev_cost = 0
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/tinkerers_cache/creation_update()
-	var/cache_cost_increase = min(round(clockwork_caches*0.25), 5)
+	var/cache_cost_increase = min(round(GLOB.clockwork_caches*0.25), 5)
 	if(cache_cost_increase != prev_cost)
 		prev_cost = cache_cost_increase
 		consumed_components = list(BELLIGERENT_EYE = 0, VANGUARD_COGWHEEL = 0, GEIS_CAPACITOR = 0, REPLICANT_ALLOY = 1, HIEROPHANT_ANSIBLE = 0)
@@ -279,14 +285,14 @@
 
 //Wraith Spectacles: Creates a pair of wraith spectacles, which grant xray vision but damage vision slowly.
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/wraith_spectacles
-	descname = "Xray Vision Glasses"
+	descname = "Limited Xray Vision Glasses"
 	name = "Wraith Spectacles"
-	desc = "Fabricates a pair of glasses that provides true sight but quickly damage vision, eventually causing blindness if worn for too long."
+	desc = "Fabricates a pair of glasses which grant true sight but cause gradual vision loss."
 	invocations = list("Show the truth of this world to me!")
 	channel_time = 10
 	whispered = TRUE
 	object_path = /obj/item/clothing/glasses/wraith_spectacles
-	creator_message = "<span class='brass'>You form a pair of wraith spectacles, which will grant true sight when worn.</span>"
+	creator_message = "<span class='brass'>You form a pair of wraith spectacles, which grant true sight but cause gradual vision loss.</span>"
 	usage_tip = "\"True sight\" means that you are able to see through walls and in darkness."
 	tier = SCRIPTURE_DRIVER
 	space_allowed = TRUE

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_scriptures/scripture_judgement.dm

@@ -2,17 +2,17 @@
 // JUDGEMENT //
 ///////////////
 
-//Ark of the Clockwork Justiciar: Creates a Gateway to the Celestial Derelict, either summoning ratvar or proselytizing everything.
+//Ark of the Clockwork Justiciar: Creates a Gateway to the Celestial Derelict, summoning ratvar.
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/ark_of_the_clockwork_justiciar
 	descname = "Structure, Win Condition"
 	name = "Ark of the Clockwork Justiciar"
 	desc = "Tears apart a rift in spacetime to Reebe, the Celestial Derelict, using a massive amount of components.\n\
-	This gateway will either call forth Ratvar from his exile if that is the task He has set you, or proselytize the entire station if it is not."
+	This gateway will, after some time, call forth Ratvar from his exile and massively empower all scriptures and tools."
 	invocations = list("ARMORER! FRIGHT! AMPERAGE! VANGUARD! I CALL UPON YOU!!", \
 	"THE TIME HAS COME FOR OUR MASTER TO BREAK THE CHAINS OF EXILE!!", \
 	"LEND US YOUR AID! ENGINE COMES!!")
 	channel_time = 150
-	consumed_components = list(BELLIGERENT_EYE = 3, VANGUARD_COGWHEEL = 3, GEIS_CAPACITOR = 3, REPLICANT_ALLOY = 3, HIEROPHANT_ANSIBLE = 3)
+	consumed_components = list(BELLIGERENT_EYE = ARK_SUMMON_COST, VANGUARD_COGWHEEL = ARK_SUMMON_COST, GEIS_CAPACITOR = ARK_SUMMON_COST, REPLICANT_ALLOY = ARK_SUMMON_COST, HIEROPHANT_ANSIBLE = ARK_SUMMON_COST)
 	invokers_required = 6
 	multiple_invokers_used = TRUE
 	object_path = /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway
@@ -22,31 +22,21 @@
 	tier = SCRIPTURE_JUDGEMENT
 	sort_priority = 1
 
-/datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/ark_of_the_clockwork_justiciar/New()
-	if(ticker && ticker.mode && ticker.mode.clockwork_objective != CLOCKCULT_GATEWAY)
-		invocations = list("ARMORER! FRIGHT! AMPERAGE! VANGUARD! I CALL UPON YOU!!", \
-		"THIS STATION WILL BE A BEACON OF HOPE IN THE DARKNESS OF SPACE!!", \
-		"HELP US MAKE THIS SHOW ENGINE'S GLORY!!")
-	..()
-
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/ark_of_the_clockwork_justiciar/check_special_requirements()
 	if(!slab.no_cost)
-		if(ratvar_awakens)
+		if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 			to_chat(invoker, "<span class='big_brass'>\"I am already here, idiot.\"</span>")
 			return FALSE
-		for(var/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/G in all_clockwork_objects)
+		for(var/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/G in GLOB.all_clockwork_objects)
 			var/area/gate_area = get_area(G)
-			to_chat(invoker, "<span class='userdanger'>There is already a gateway at [gate_area.map_name]!</span>")
+			to_chat(invoker, "<span class='userdanger'>There is already an Ark at [gate_area.map_name]!</span>")
 			return FALSE
 		var/area/A = get_area(invoker)
 		var/turf/T = get_turf(invoker)
 		if(!T || T.z != ZLEVEL_STATION || istype(A, /area/shuttle) || !A.blob_allowed)
 			to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>You must be on the station to activate the Ark!</span>")
 			return FALSE
-		if(clockwork_gateway_activated)
-			if(ticker && ticker.mode && ticker.mode.clockwork_objective != CLOCKCULT_GATEWAY)
-				to_chat(invoker, "<span class='nezbere'>\"Look upon his works. Is it not glorious?\"</span>")
-			else
-				to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>Ratvar's recent banishment renders him too weak to be wrung forth from Reebe!</span>")
+		if(GLOB.clockwork_gateway_activated)
+			to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>Ratvar's recent banishment renders him too weak to be wrung forth from Reebe!</span>")
 			return FALSE
 	return ..()

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_scriptures/scripture_revenant.dm

@@ -16,7 +16,7 @@
 	sort_priority = 2
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/invoke_inathneq/check_special_requirements()
-	if(!slab.no_cost && clockwork_generals_invoked["inath-neq"] > world.time)
+	if(!slab.no_cost && GLOB.clockwork_generals_invoked["inath-neq"] > world.time)
 		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='inathneq'>\"[text2ratvar("I cannot lend you my aid yet, champion. Please be careful.")]\"</span>\n\
 		<span class='warning'>Inath-neq has already been invoked recently! You must wait several minutes before calling upon the Resonant Cogwheel.</span>")
 		return FALSE
@@ -25,7 +25,7 @@
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/invoke_inathneq/scripture_effects()
 	new/obj/effect/clockwork/general_marker/inathneq(get_turf(invoker))
 	hierophant_message("<span class='inathneq_large'>[text2ratvar("Vanguard: \"I lend you my aid, champions! Let glory guide your blows!")]\"</span>", FALSE, invoker)
-	clockwork_generals_invoked["inath-neq"] = world.time + CLOCKWORK_GENERAL_COOLDOWN
+	GLOB.clockwork_generals_invoked["inath-neq"] = world.time + CLOCKWORK_GENERAL_COOLDOWN
 	playsound(invoker, 'sound/magic/clockwork/invoke_general.ogg', 50, 0)
 	if(invoker.real_name == "Lucio")
 		clockwork_say(invoker, text2ratvar("Aww, let's break it DOWN!!"))
@@ -56,11 +56,11 @@
 	"\"What a waste of my power.\"", "\"I'm sure I could just control these minds instead, but they never ask.\"")
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/invoke_sevtug/check_special_requirements()
-	if(!slab.no_cost && clockwork_generals_invoked["sevtug"] > world.time)
+	if(!slab.no_cost && GLOB.clockwork_generals_invoked["sevtug"] > world.time)
 		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='sevtug'>\"[text2ratvar("Is it really so hard - even for a simpleton like you - to grasp the concept of waiting?")]\"</span>\n\
 		<span class='warning'>Sevtug has already been invoked recently! You must wait several minutes before calling upon the Formless Pariah.</span>")
 		return FALSE
-	if(!slab.no_cost && ratvar_awakens)
+	if(!slab.no_cost && GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='sevtug'>\"[text2ratvar("Do you really think anything I can do right now will compare to Engine's power?")]\"</span>\n\
 		<span class='warning'>Sevtug will not grant his power while Ratvar's dwarfs his own!</span>")
 		return FALSE
@@ -69,11 +69,11 @@
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/invoke_sevtug/scripture_effects()
 	new/obj/effect/clockwork/general_marker/sevtug(get_turf(invoker))
 	hierophant_message("<span class='sevtug_large'>[text2ratvar("Fright: \"I heed your call, idiots. Get going and use this chance while it lasts!")]\"</span>", FALSE, invoker)
-	clockwork_generals_invoked["sevtug"] = world.time + GLOBAL_CLOCKWORK_GENERAL_COOLDOWN
+	GLOB.clockwork_generals_invoked["sevtug"] = world.time + GLOBAL_CLOCKWORK_GENERAL_COOLDOWN
 	playsound(invoker, 'sound/magic/clockwork/invoke_general.ogg', 50, 0)
 	var/hum = get_sfx('sound/effects/screech.ogg') //like playsound, same sound for everyone affected
 	var/turf/T = get_turf(invoker)
-	for(var/mob/living/carbon/human/H in living_mob_list)
+	for(var/mob/living/carbon/human/H in GLOB.living_mob_list)
 		if(H.z == invoker.z && !is_servant_of_ratvar(H))
 			var/distance = 0
 			distance += get_dist(T, get_turf(H))
@@ -118,11 +118,11 @@
 	multiple_invokers_used = TRUE
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/invoke_nezbere/check_special_requirements()
-	if(!slab.no_cost && clockwork_generals_invoked["nezbere"] > world.time)
+	if(!slab.no_cost && GLOB.clockwork_generals_invoked["nezbere"] > world.time)
 		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='nezbere'>\"[text2ratvar("Not just yet, friend. Patience is a virtue.")]\"</span>\n\
 		<span class='warning'>Nezbere has already been invoked recently! You must wait several minutes before calling upon the Brass Eidolon.</span>")
 		return FALSE
-	if(!slab.no_cost && ratvar_awakens)
+	if(!slab.no_cost && GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='nezbere'>\"[text2ratvar("Our master is here already. You do not require my help, friend.")]\"</span>\n\
 		<span class='warning'>There is no need for Nezbere's assistance while Ratvar is risen!</span>")
 		return FALSE
@@ -131,17 +131,19 @@
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/invoke_nezbere/scripture_effects()
 	new/obj/effect/clockwork/general_marker/nezbere(get_turf(invoker))
 	hierophant_message("<span class='nezbere_large'>[text2ratvar("Armorer: \"I heed your call, champions. May your artifacts bring ruin upon the heathens that oppose our master!")]\"</span>", FALSE, invoker)
-	clockwork_generals_invoked["nezbere"] = world.time + GLOBAL_CLOCKWORK_GENERAL_COOLDOWN
+	GLOB.clockwork_generals_invoked["nezbere"] = world.time + GLOBAL_CLOCKWORK_GENERAL_COOLDOWN
 	playsound(invoker, 'sound/magic/clockwork/invoke_general.ogg', 50, 0)
-	nezbere_invoked++
-	for(var/obj/O in all_clockwork_objects)
+	GLOB.nezbere_invoked++
+	for(var/obj/O in GLOB.all_clockwork_objects)
 		O.ratvar_act()
-	spawn(600)
-		nezbere_invoked--
-		for(var/obj/O in all_clockwork_objects)
-			O.ratvar_act()
+	addtimer(CALLBACK(GLOBAL_PROC, /proc/reset_nezbere_invocation), 600)
 	return TRUE
 
+/proc/reset_nezbere_invocation()
+	GLOB.nezbere_invoked--
+	for(var/obj/O in GLOB.all_clockwork_objects)
+		O.ratvar_act()
+
 
 //Invoke Nzcrentr, the Eternal Thunderbolt: Imbues an immense amount of energy into the invoker. After several seconds, everyone near the invoker will be hit with a devastating lightning blast.
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/invoke_nzcrentr
@@ -158,7 +160,7 @@
 	sort_priority = 5
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/invoke_nzcrentr/check_special_requirements()
-	if(!slab.no_cost && clockwork_generals_invoked["nzcrentr"] > world.time)
+	if(!slab.no_cost && GLOB.clockwork_generals_invoked["nzcrentr"] > world.time)
 		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='nzcrentr'>\"[text2ratvar("The boss says you have to wait. Hey, do you think he would mind if I killed you? ...He would? Ok.")]\"</span>\n\
 		<span class='warning'>Nzcrentr has already been invoked recently! You must wait several minutes before calling upon the Eternal Thunderbolt.</span>")
 		return FALSE
@@ -166,7 +168,7 @@
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/invoke_nzcrentr/scripture_effects()
 	new/obj/effect/clockwork/general_marker/nzcrentr(get_turf(invoker))
-	clockwork_generals_invoked["nzcrentr"] = world.time + CLOCKWORK_GENERAL_COOLDOWN
+	GLOB.clockwork_generals_invoked["nzcrentr"] = world.time + CLOCKWORK_GENERAL_COOLDOWN
 	hierophant_message("<span class='nzcrentr_large'>[text2ratvar("Amperage: \"[invoker.real_name] has called forth my power. Hope [invoker.p_they()] [invoker.p_do()] not shatter under it!")]\"</span>", FALSE, invoker)
 	invoker.visible_message("<span class='warning'>[invoker] begins to radiate a blinding light!</span>", \
 	"<span class='nzcrentr'>\"[text2ratvar("The boss says it's okay to do this. Don't blame me if you die from it.")]\"</span>\n\

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_scriptures/scripture_scripts.dm

@@ -180,17 +180,13 @@
 	owner.visible_message("<span class='warning'>A strange spear materializes in [owner]'s hands!</span>", "<span class='brass'>You call forth your spear!</span>")
 	var/obj/item/clockwork/ratvarian_spear/R = new(get_turf(usr))
 	owner.put_in_hands(R)
-	if(!ratvar_awakens)
+	if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		to_chat(owner, "<span class='warning'>Your spear begins to break down in this plane of existence. You can't use it for long!</span>")
 	cooldown = base_cooldown + world.time
 	owner.update_action_buttons_icon()
-	addtimer(CALLBACK(src, .proc/update_actions), base_cooldown)
+	addtimer(CALLBACK(owner, /mob.proc/update_action_buttons_icon), base_cooldown)
 	return TRUE
 
-/datum/action/innate/function_call/proc/update_actions()
-	if(owner)
-		owner.update_action_buttons_icon()
-
 
 //Spatial Gateway: Allows the invoker to teleport themselves and any nearby allies to a conscious servant or clockwork obelisk.
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/spatial_gateway
@@ -215,13 +211,14 @@
 		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>You must not be inside an object to use this scripture!</span>")
 		return FALSE
 	var/other_servants = 0
-	for(var/mob/living/L in living_mob_list)
+	for(var/mob/living/L in GLOB.living_mob_list)
 		if(is_servant_of_ratvar(L) && !L.stat && L != invoker)
 			other_servants++
-	for(var/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/clockwork_obelisk/O in all_clockwork_objects)
-		other_servants++
+	for(var/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/clockwork_obelisk/O in GLOB.all_clockwork_objects)
+		if(O.anchored)
+			other_servants++
 	if(!other_servants)
-		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>There are no other servants or clockwork obelisks!</span>")
+		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>There are no other conscious servants or anchored clockwork obelisks!</span>")
 		return FALSE
 	return TRUE
 
@@ -232,7 +229,7 @@
 		if(!L.stat && is_servant_of_ratvar(L))
 			portal_uses++
 			duration += 40 //4 seconds
-	if(ratvar_awakens)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		portal_uses = max(portal_uses, 100) //Very powerful if Ratvar has been summoned
 		duration = max(duration, 100)
 	return slab.procure_gateway(invoker, duration, portal_uses)
@@ -266,7 +263,7 @@
 	var/turf/T = get_turf(invoker)
 	if(!ray.run_scripture() && slab && invoker)
 		if(can_recite() && T == get_turf(invoker))
-			if(!ratvar_awakens)
+			if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 				var/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/volt_checker/VC = new/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/volt_checker(get_turf(invoker))
 				var/multiplier = 0.5
 				var/usable_power = min(Floor(VC.total_accessable_power() * 0.2, MIN_CLOCKCULT_POWER), 1000)

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_structure.dm

@@ -21,15 +21,15 @@
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/New()
 	..()
 	change_construction_value(construction_value)
-	all_clockwork_objects += src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects += src
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/Destroy()
 	change_construction_value(-construction_value)
-	all_clockwork_objects -= src
+	GLOB.all_clockwork_objects -= src
 	return ..()
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/ratvar_act()
-	if(ratvar_awakens || clockwork_gateway_activated)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens || GLOB.clockwork_gateway_activated)
 		obj_integrity = max_integrity
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/narsie_act()
@@ -78,7 +78,7 @@
 	return ..()
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/proc/get_efficiency_mod(increasing)
-	if(ratvar_awakens)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		if(increasing)
 			return 0.5
 		return 2
@@ -144,10 +144,10 @@
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/New()
 	..()
-	poi_list += src
+	GLOB.poi_list += src
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/Destroy()
-	poi_list -= src
+	GLOB.poi_list -= src
 	return ..()
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/singularity_pull(S, current_size)
@@ -177,7 +177,7 @@
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/ratvar_act()
 	..()
-	if(nezbere_invoked)
+	if(GLOB.nezbere_invoked)
 		needs_power = FALSE
 	else
 		needs_power = initial(needs_power)
@@ -225,7 +225,7 @@
 		new /obj/effect/overlay/temp/emp(loc)
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/proc/total_accessable_power() //how much power we have and can use
-	if(!needs_power || ratvar_awakens)
+	if(!needs_power || GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		return INFINITY //oh yeah we've got power why'd you ask
 
 	var/power = 0
@@ -237,7 +237,7 @@
 	var/power = 0
 	var/area/A = get_area(src)
 	var/area/targetAPCA
-	for(var/obj/machinery/power/apc/APC in apcs_list)
+	for(var/obj/machinery/power/apc/APC in GLOB.apcs_list)
 		var/area/APCA = get_area(APC)
 		if(APCA == A)
 			target_apc = APC
@@ -259,7 +259,7 @@
 
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/proc/try_use_power(amount) //try to use an amount of power
-	if(!needs_power || ratvar_awakens)
+	if(!needs_power || GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		return 1
 	if(amount <= 0)
 		return FALSE

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_structures/ark_of_the_clockwork_justicar.dm

@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
 //The gateway to Reebe, from which Ratvar emerges.
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway
-	name = "gateway to the Celestial Derelict"
+	name = "ark of the Clockwork Justicar"
 	desc = "A massive, thrumming rip in spacetime."
 	clockwork_desc = "A portal to the Celestial Derelict. Massive and intimidating, it is the only thing that can both transport Ratvar and withstand the massive amount of energy he emits."
 	obj_integrity = 500
@@ -19,10 +19,9 @@
 	var/second_sound_played = FALSE
 	var/third_sound_played = FALSE
 	var/fourth_sound_played = FALSE
-	var/ratvar_portal = TRUE //if the gateway actually summons ratvar or just produces a hugeass conversion burst
 	var/obj/effect/clockwork/overlay/gateway_glow/glow
 	var/obj/effect/countdown/clockworkgate/countdown
-	var/list/required_components = list(BELLIGERENT_EYE = 7, VANGUARD_COGWHEEL = 7, GEIS_CAPACITOR = 7, REPLICANT_ALLOY = 7, HIEROPHANT_ANSIBLE = 7)
+	var/list/required_components = list(BELLIGERENT_EYE = ARK_CONSUME_COST, VANGUARD_COGWHEEL = ARK_CONSUME_COST, GEIS_CAPACITOR = ARK_CONSUME_COST, REPLICANT_ALLOY = ARK_CONSUME_COST, HIEROPHANT_ANSIBLE = ARK_CONSUME_COST)
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/New()
 	..()
@@ -30,33 +29,20 @@
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/proc/spawn_animation()
 	var/turf/T = get_turf(src)
-	var/objective_is_gateway = (ticker && ticker.mode && ticker.mode.clockwork_objective == CLOCKCULT_GATEWAY)
 	new/obj/effect/clockwork/general_marker/inathneq(T)
-	if(objective_is_gateway)
-		hierophant_message("<span class='inathneq'>\"[text2ratvar("Engine, come forth and show your servants your mercy")]!\"</span>")
-	else
-		hierophant_message("<span class='inathneq'>\"[text2ratvar("We will show all the mercy of Engine")]!\"</span>")
+	hierophant_message("<span class='inathneq'>\"[text2ratvar("Engine, come forth and show your servants your mercy")]!\"</span>")
 	playsound(T, 'sound/magic/clockwork/invoke_general.ogg', 30, 0)
 	sleep(10)
 	new/obj/effect/clockwork/general_marker/sevtug(T)
-	if(objective_is_gateway)
-		hierophant_message("<span class='sevtug'>\"[text2ratvar("Engine, come forth and show this station your decorating skills")]!\"</span>")
-	else
-		hierophant_message("<span class='sevtug'>\"[text2ratvar("We will show all Engine's decorating skills")]!\"</span>")
+	hierophant_message("<span class='sevtug'>\"[text2ratvar("Engine, come forth and show this station your decorating skills")]!\"</span>")
 	playsound(T, 'sound/magic/clockwork/invoke_general.ogg', 45, 0)
 	sleep(10)
 	new/obj/effect/clockwork/general_marker/nezbere(T)
-	if(objective_is_gateway)
-		hierophant_message("<span class='nezbere'>\"[text2ratvar("Engine, come forth and shine your light across this realm")]!!\"</span>")
-	else
-		hierophant_message("<span class='nezbere'>\"[text2ratvar("We will show all Engine's light")]!!\"</span>")
+	hierophant_message("<span class='nezbere'>\"[text2ratvar("Engine, come forth and shine your light across this realm")]!!\"</span>")
 	playsound(T, 'sound/magic/clockwork/invoke_general.ogg', 60, 0)
 	sleep(10)
 	new/obj/effect/clockwork/general_marker/nzcrentr(T)
-	if(objective_is_gateway)
-		hierophant_message("<span class='nzcrentr'>\"[text2ratvar("Engine, come forth")].\"</span>")
-	else
-		hierophant_message("<span class='nzcrentr'>\"[text2ratvar("We will show all Engine's power")].\"</span>")
+	hierophant_message("<span class='nzcrentr'>\"[text2ratvar("Engine, come forth")].\"</span>")
 	playsound(T, 'sound/magic/clockwork/invoke_general.ogg', 75, 0)
 	sleep(10)
 	playsound(T, 'sound/magic/clockwork/invoke_general.ogg', 100, 0)
@@ -74,9 +60,7 @@
 	countdown = new(src)
 	countdown.start()
 	var/area/gate_area = get_area(src)
-	hierophant_message("<span class='large_brass'><b>A gateway to the Celestial Derelict has been created in [gate_area.map_name]!</b></span>", FALSE, src)
-	if(!objective_is_gateway)
-		ratvar_portal = FALSE
+	hierophant_message("<span class='large_brass'><b>An Ark of the Clockwork Justicar has been created in [gate_area.map_name]!</b></span>", FALSE, src)
 	SSshuttle.registerHostileEnvironment(src)
 	START_PROCESSING(SSprocessing, src)
 
@@ -84,7 +68,7 @@
 	STOP_PROCESSING(SSprocessing, src)
 	if(!purpose_fulfilled)
 		var/area/gate_area = get_area(src)
-		hierophant_message("<span class='large_brass'><b>A gateway to the Celestial Derelict has fallen at [gate_area.map_name]!</b></span>")
+		hierophant_message("<span class='large_brass'><b>An Ark of the Clockwork Justicar has fallen at [gate_area.map_name]!</b></span>")
 		send_to_playing_players(sound(null, 0, channel = 8))
 	var/was_stranded = SSshuttle.emergency.mode == SHUTTLE_STRANDED
 	SSshuttle.clearHostileEnvironment(src)
@@ -179,14 +163,14 @@
 					to_chat(user, "<span class='[get_component_span(i)]'>[get_component_name(i)][i != REPLICANT_ALLOY ? "s":""]:</span> \
 					<span class='[get_component_span(i)]_large'>[required_components[i]]</span>")
 		else
-			to_chat(user, "<span class='big'><b>Seconds until [ratvar_portal ? "Ratvar's arrival":"Proselytization"]:</b> [get_arrival_text(TRUE)]</span>")
+			to_chat(user, "<span class='big'><b>Seconds until Ratvar's arrival:</b> [get_arrival_text(TRUE)]</span>")
 			switch(progress_in_seconds)
 				if(-INFINITY to GATEWAY_REEBE_FOUND)
 					to_chat(user, "<span class='heavy_brass'>It's still opening.</span>")
 				if(GATEWAY_REEBE_FOUND to GATEWAY_RATVAR_COMING)
 					to_chat(user, "<span class='heavy_brass'>It's reached the Celestial Derelict and is drawing power from it.</span>")
 				if(GATEWAY_RATVAR_COMING to INFINITY)
-					to_chat(user, "<span class='heavy_brass'>[ratvar_portal ? "Ratvar is coming through the gateway":"The gateway is glowing with massed power"]!</span>")
+					to_chat(user, "<span class='heavy_brass'>Ratvar is coming through the gateway!</span>")
 	else
 		switch(progress_in_seconds)
 			if(-INFINITY to GATEWAY_REEBE_FOUND)
@@ -194,11 +178,11 @@
 			if(GATEWAY_REEBE_FOUND to GATEWAY_RATVAR_COMING)
 				to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>It seems to be leading somewhere.</span>")
 			if(GATEWAY_RATVAR_COMING to INFINITY)
-				to_chat(user, "<span class='boldwarning'>[ratvar_portal ? "Something is coming through":"It's glowing brightly"]!</span>")
+				to_chat(user, "<span class='boldwarning'>Something is coming through!</span>")
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/process()
 	if(!first_sound_played || prob(7))
-		for(var/M in player_list)
+		for(var/M in GLOB.player_list)
 			if(M && !isnewplayer(M))
 				to_chat(M, "<span class='warning'><b>You hear otherworldly sounds from the [dir2text(get_dir(get_turf(M), get_turf(src)))]...</span>")
 	if(!obj_integrity)
@@ -227,9 +211,9 @@
 		var/used_components = FALSE
 		for(var/i in required_components)
 			if(required_components[i])
-				var/to_use = min(clockwork_component_cache[i], required_components[i])
+				var/to_use = min(GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[i], required_components[i])
 				required_components[i] -= to_use
-				clockwork_component_cache[i] -= to_use
+				GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[i] -= to_use
 				if(to_use)
 					used_components = TRUE
 		if(used_components)
@@ -276,39 +260,28 @@
 				animate(glow, transform = matrix() * 3, alpha = 0, time = 5)
 				var/turf/startpoint = get_turf(src)
 				QDEL_IN(src, 3)
-				if(ratvar_portal)
-					sleep(3)
-					clockwork_gateway_activated = TRUE
-					new/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/ratvar(startpoint)
-				else
-					INVOKE_ASYNC(SSshuttle.emergency, /obj/docking_port/mobile/emergency.proc/request, null, 0) //call the shuttle immediately
-					sleep(3)
-					clockwork_gateway_activated = TRUE
-					send_to_playing_players("<span class='ratvar'>\"[text2ratvar("Behold")]!\"</span>\n<span class='inathneq_large'>\"[text2ratvar("See Engine's mercy")]!\"</span>\n\
-					<span class='sevtug_large'>\"[text2ratvar("Observe Engine's design skills")]!\"</span>\n<span class='nezbere_large'>\"[text2ratvar("Behold Engine's light")]!!\"</span>\n\
-					<span class='nzcrentr_large'>\"[text2ratvar("Gaze upon Engine's power")]!\"</span>")
-					send_to_playing_players('sound/magic/clockwork/invoke_general.ogg')
-					var/x0 = startpoint.x
-					var/y0 = startpoint.y
-					for(var/I in spiral_range_turfs(255, startpoint))
-						var/turf/T = I
-						if(!T)
-							continue
-						var/dist = cheap_hypotenuse(T.x, T.y, x0, y0)
-						if(dist < 100)
-							dist = TRUE
-						else
-							dist = FALSE
-						T.ratvar_act(dist)
-						CHECK_TICK
-					for(var/mob/living/L in living_mob_list)
-						L.ratvar_act()
-					for(var/I in all_clockwork_mobs)
-						var/mob/M = I
-						if(M.stat == CONSCIOUS)
-							clockwork_say(M, text2ratvar(pick("Purge all untruths and honor Engine!", "All glory to Engine's light!", "Engine's power is unmatched!")))
+				sleep(3)
+				GLOB.clockwork_gateway_activated = TRUE
+				new/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/ratvar(startpoint)
+				send_to_playing_players("<span class='inathneq_large'>\"[text2ratvar("See Engine's mercy")]!\"</span>\n\
+				<span class='sevtug_large'>\"[text2ratvar("Observe Engine's design skills")]!\"</span>\n<span class='nezbere_large'>\"[text2ratvar("Behold Engine's light")]!!\"</span>\n\
+				<span class='nzcrentr_large'>\"[text2ratvar("Gaze upon Engine's power")].\"</span>")
+				send_to_playing_players('sound/magic/clockwork/invoke_general.ogg')
+				var/x0 = startpoint.x
+				var/y0 = startpoint.y
+				for(var/I in spiral_range_turfs(255, startpoint))
+					var/turf/T = I
+					if(!T)
+						continue
+					var/dist = cheap_hypotenuse(T.x, T.y, x0, y0)
+					if(dist < 100)
+						dist = TRUE
+					else
+						dist = FALSE
+					T.ratvar_act(dist, TRUE)
+					CHECK_TICK
 
-//the actual appearance of the Gateway to the Celestial Derelict; an object so the edges of the gate can be clicked through.
+//the actual appearance of the Ark of the Clockwork Justicar; an object so the edges of the gate can be clicked through.
 /obj/effect/clockwork/overlay/gateway_glow
 	icon = 'icons/effects/96x96.dmi'
 	icon_state = "clockwork_gateway_charging"

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_structures/interdiction_lens.dm

@@ -19,9 +19,9 @@
 	var/interdiction_range = 14 //how large an area it drains and disables in
 	var/static/list/rage_messages = list("...", "Disgusting.", "Die.", "Foul.", "Worthless.", "Mortal.", "Unfit.", "Weak.", "Fragile.", "Useless.", "Leave my sight!")
 
-/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/interdiction_lens/New()
+/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/interdiction_lens/Initialize()
 	..()
-	set_light(1.4, 0.8, "#F42B9D")
+	update_current_glow()
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/interdiction_lens/examine(mob/user)
 	..()
@@ -30,12 +30,25 @@
 	if(is_servant_of_ratvar(user) || isobserver(user))
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='neovgre_small'>If it fails to drain any electronics or has nothing to return power to, it will disable itself for <b>[round(recharge_time/600, 1)]</b> minutes.</span>")
 
+/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/interdiction_lens/update_anchored(mob/user, do_damage)
+	..()
+	update_current_glow()
+
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/interdiction_lens/toggle(fast_process, mob/living/user)
 	. = ..()
+	update_current_glow()
+
+/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/interdiction_lens/proc/update_current_glow()
 	if(active)
-		set_light(2, 1.6, "#EE54EE")
+		if(disabled)
+			set_light(2, 1.6, "#151200")
+		else
+			set_light(2, 1.6, "#EE54EE")
 	else
-		set_light(1.4, 0.8, "#F42B9D")
+		if(anchored)
+			set_light(1.4, 0.8, "#F42B9D")
+		else
+			set_light(0)
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/interdiction_lens/attack_hand(mob/living/user)
 	if(user.canUseTopic(src, !issilicon(user), NO_DEXTERY))
@@ -45,7 +58,7 @@
 		toggle(0, user)
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/interdiction_lens/forced_disable(bad_effects)
-	if(disabled)
+	if(disabled || !anchored)
 		return FALSE
 	if(!active)
 		toggle(0)
@@ -53,8 +66,8 @@
 	recharging = world.time + recharge_time
 	flick("interdiction_lens_discharged", src)
 	icon_state = "interdiction_lens_inactive"
-	set_light(2, 1.6, "#151200")
 	disabled = TRUE
+	update_current_glow()
 	return TRUE
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/interdiction_lens/process()
@@ -84,7 +97,7 @@
 		var/efficiency = get_efficiency_mod()
 		var/rage_modifier = get_efficiency_mod(TRUE)
 
-		for(var/i in ai_list)
+		for(var/i in GLOB.ai_list)
 			var/mob/living/silicon/ai/AI = i
 			if(AI && AI.stat != DEAD && !is_servant_of_ratvar(AI))
 				unconverted_ai = TRUE

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_structures/ocular_warden.dm

@@ -47,10 +47,10 @@
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/ocular_warden/ratvar_act()
 	..()
-	if(ratvar_awakens)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
 		damage_per_tick = 10
 		sight_range = 6
-	else if(nezbere_invoked)
+	else if(GLOB.nezbere_invoked)
 		damage_per_tick = 5
 		sight_range = 5
 	else
@@ -80,7 +80,7 @@
 					else
 						L.playsound_local(null,'sound/machines/clockcult/ocularwarden-dot2.ogg',50,1)
 					L.adjustFireLoss((!iscultist(L) ? damage_per_tick : damage_per_tick * 2) * get_efficiency_mod()) //Nar-Sian cultists take additional damage
-					if(ratvar_awakens && L)
+					if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens && L)
 						L.adjust_fire_stacks(damage_per_tick)
 						L.IgniteMob()
 			else if(istype(target,/obj/mecha))
@@ -97,7 +97,7 @@
 			visible_message("<span class='warning'>[src] swivels to face [target]!</span>")
 			if(isliving(target))
 				var/mob/living/L = target
-				to_chat(L, "<span class='heavy_brass'>\"I SEE YOU!\"</span>\n<span class='userdanger'>[src]'s gaze [ratvar_awakens ? "melts you alive" : "burns you"]!</span>")
+				to_chat(L, "<span class='heavy_brass'>\"I SEE YOU!\"</span>\n<span class='userdanger'>[src]'s gaze [GLOB.ratvar_awakens ? "melts you alive" : "burns you"]!</span>")
 			else if(istype(target,/obj/mecha))
 				var/obj/mecha/M = target
 				to_chat(M.occupant, "<span class='heavy_brass'>\"I SEE YOU!\"</span>" )
@@ -105,7 +105,7 @@
 			if(prob(50))
 				visible_message("<span class='notice'>[src][pick(idle_messages)]</span>")
 			else
-				setDir(pick(cardinal))//Random rotation
+				setDir(pick(GLOB.cardinal))//Random rotation
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/ocular_warden/proc/acquire_nearby_targets()
 	. = list()
@@ -131,7 +131,7 @@
 		else if(!L.mind)
 			continue
 		. += L
-	for(var/N in mechas_list)
+	for(var/N in GLOB.mechas_list)
 		var/obj/mecha/M = N
 		if(get_dist(M, src) <= sight_range && M.occupant && !is_servant_of_ratvar(M.occupant) && (M in view(sight_range, src)))
 			. += M

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_structures/ratvar_the_clockwork_justicar.dm

@@ -15,11 +15,12 @@
 	var/atom/prey //Whatever Ratvar is chasing
 	var/clashing = FALSE //If Ratvar is FUCKING FIGHTING WITH NAR-SIE
 	var/proselytize_range = 10
+	dangerous_possession = TRUE
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/ratvar/New()
 	..()
-	ratvar_awakens++
-	for(var/obj/O in all_clockwork_objects)
+	GLOB.ratvar_awakens++
+	for(var/obj/O in GLOB.all_clockwork_objects)
 		O.ratvar_act()
 	START_PROCESSING(SSobj, src)
 	send_to_playing_players("<span class='ratvar'>\"[text2ratvar("ONCE AGAIN MY LIGHT SHALL SHINE ACROSS THIS PATHETIC REALM")]!!\"</span>")
@@ -27,11 +28,11 @@
 	var/image/alert_overlay = image('icons/effects/clockwork_effects.dmi', "ratvar_alert")
 	var/area/A = get_area(src)
 	notify_ghosts("The Justiciar's light calls to you! Reach out to Ratvar in [A.name] to be granted a shell to spread his glory!", null, source = src, alert_overlay = alert_overlay)
-	addtimer(CALLBACK(SSshuttle.emergency, /obj/docking_port/mobile/emergency..proc/request, null, 0.1), 50)
+	INVOKE_ASYNC(SSshuttle.emergency, /obj/docking_port/mobile/emergency..proc/request, null, 0)
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/ratvar/Destroy()
-	ratvar_awakens--
-	for(var/obj/O in all_clockwork_objects)
+	GLOB.ratvar_awakens--
+	for(var/obj/O in GLOB.all_clockwork_objects)
 		O.ratvar_act()
 	STOP_PROCESSING(SSobj, src)
 	send_to_playing_players("<span class='heavy_brass'><font size=6>\"NO! I will not... be...</font> <font size=5>banished...</font> <font size=4>again...\"</font></span>")
@@ -62,27 +63,30 @@
 		T.ratvar_act()
 	for(var/I in circleviewturfs(src, round(proselytize_range * 0.5)))
 		var/turf/T = I
-		T.ratvar_act(1)
-	var/dir_to_step_in = pick(cardinal)
+		T.ratvar_act(TRUE)
+	var/dir_to_step_in = pick(GLOB.cardinal)
+	var/list/meals = list()
+	for(var/mob/living/L in GLOB.living_mob_list) //we want to know who's alive so we don't lose and retarget a single person
+		if(L.z == z && !is_servant_of_ratvar(L) && L.mind)
+			meals += L
 	if(!prey)
-		for(var/obj/singularity/narsie/N in singularities)
+		for(var/obj/singularity/narsie/N in GLOB.singularities)
 			if(N.z == z)
 				prey = N
 				break
-		if(!prey) //In case there's a Nar-Sie
-			var/list/meals = list()
-			for(var/mob/living/L in living_mob_list)
-				if(L.z == z && !is_servant_of_ratvar(L) && L.mind)
-					meals += L
-			if(meals.len)
-				prey = pick(meals)
-				to_chat(prey, "<span class='heavy_brass'><font size=5>\"You will do.\"</font></span>\n\
-				<span class='userdanger'>Something very large and very malevolent begins lumbering its way towards you...</span>")
-				prey << 'sound/effects/ratvar_reveal.ogg'
+		if(!prey && LAZYLEN(meals))
+			prey = pick(meals)
+			to_chat(prey, "<span class='heavy_brass'><font size=5>\"You will do, heretic.\"</font></span>\n\
+			<span class='userdanger'You feel something massive turn its crushing focus to you...</span>")
+			prey << 'sound/effects/ratvar_reveal.ogg'
 	else
-		if((!istype(prey, /obj/singularity/narsie) && prob(10)) || is_servant_of_ratvar(prey) || prey.z != z)
-			to_chat(prey, "<span class='heavy_brass'><font size=5>\"How dull. Leave me.\"</font></span>\n\
-			<span class='userdanger'>You feel tremendous relief as a set of horrible eyes loses sight of you...</span>")
+		if((!istype(prey, /obj/singularity/narsie) && prob(10) && LAZYLEN(meals) > 1) || prey.z != z || !(prey in meals))
+			if(is_servant_of_ratvar(prey))
+				to_chat(prey, "<span class='heavy_brass'><font size=5>\"Serve me well.\"</font></span>\n\
+				<span class='big_brass'>You feel great joy as your god turns His eye to another heretic...</span>")
+			else
+				to_chat(prey, "<span class='heavy_brass'><font size=5>\"No matter. I will find you later, heretic.\"</font></span>\n\
+				<span class='userdanger'>You feel tremendous relief as the crushing focus relents...</span>")
 			prey = null
 		else
 			dir_to_step_in = get_dir(src, prey) //Unlike Nar-Sie, Ratvar ruthlessly chases down his target
@@ -109,13 +113,13 @@
 	while(src && narsie)
 		send_to_playing_players('sound/magic/clockwork/ratvar_attack.ogg')
 		sleep(5.2)
-		for(var/mob/M in mob_list)
+		for(var/mob/M in GLOB.mob_list)
 			if(!isnewplayer(M))
 				flash_color(M, flash_color="#966400", flash_time=1)
 				shake_camera(M, 4, 3)
-		var/ratvar_chance = min(ticker.mode.servants_of_ratvar.len, 50)
-		var/narsie_chance = ticker.mode.cult.len
-		for(var/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/construct/harvester/C in player_list)
+		var/ratvar_chance = min(SSticker.mode.servants_of_ratvar.len, 50)
+		var/narsie_chance = SSticker.mode.cult.len
+		for(var/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/construct/harvester/C in GLOB.player_list)
 			narsie_chance++
 		ratvar_chance = rand(base_victory_chance, ratvar_chance)
 		narsie_chance = rand(base_victory_chance, min(narsie_chance, 50))
@@ -125,7 +129,7 @@
 		sleep(rand(2,5))
 		send_to_playing_players('sound/magic/clockwork/narsie_attack.ogg')
 		sleep(7.4)
-		for(var/mob/M in mob_list)
+		for(var/mob/M in GLOB.mob_list)
 			if(!isnewplayer(M))
 				flash_color(M, flash_color="#C80000", flash_time=1)
 				shake_camera(M, 4, 3)

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_structures/taunting_trail.dm

@@ -20,13 +20,13 @@
 	timerid = QDEL_IN(src, 15)
 	var/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/taunting_trail/Tt = locate(/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/taunting_trail) in loc
 	if(Tt && Tt != src)
-		if(!step(src, pick(alldirs)))
+		if(!step(src, pick(GLOB.alldirs)))
 			qdel(Tt)
 		else
 			for(var/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/taunting_trail/TT in loc)
 				if(TT != src)
 					qdel(TT)
-	setDir(pick(cardinal))
+	setDir(pick(GLOB.cardinal))
 	transform = matrix()*1.25
 	animate(src, alpha = 100, time = 15)
 

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_structures/tinkerers_cache.dm

@@ -13,19 +13,21 @@
 	light_color = "#C2852F"
 	var/wall_generation_cooldown
 	var/turf/closed/wall/clockwork/linkedwall //if we've got a linked wall and are producing
+	var/static/linked_caches = 0 //how many caches are linked to walls; affects how fast components are produced
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/cache/New()
 	..()
 	START_PROCESSING(SSobj, src)
-	clockwork_caches++
+	GLOB.clockwork_caches++
 	update_slab_info()
 	set_light(2, 0.7)
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/cache/Destroy()
-	clockwork_caches--
+	GLOB.clockwork_caches--
 	update_slab_info()
 	STOP_PROCESSING(SSobj, src)
 	if(linkedwall)
+		linked_caches--
 		linkedwall.linkedcache = null
 		linkedwall = null
 	return ..()
@@ -33,18 +35,20 @@
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/cache/process()
 	if(!anchored)
 		if(linkedwall)
+			linked_caches--
 			linkedwall.linkedcache = null
 			linkedwall = null
 		return
 	for(var/turf/closed/wall/clockwork/C in range(4, src))
 		if(!C.linkedcache && !linkedwall)
+			linked_caches++
 			C.linkedcache = src
 			linkedwall = C
-			wall_generation_cooldown = world.time + (CACHE_PRODUCTION_TIME * get_efficiency_mod(TRUE))
+			wall_generation_cooldown = world.time + get_production_time()
 			visible_message("<span class='warning'>[src] starts to whirr in the presence of [C]...</span>")
 			break
 	if(linkedwall && wall_generation_cooldown <= world.time)
-		wall_generation_cooldown = world.time + (CACHE_PRODUCTION_TIME * get_efficiency_mod(TRUE))
+		wall_generation_cooldown = world.time + get_production_time()
 		var/component_id = generate_cache_component(null, src)
 		playsound(linkedwall, 'sound/magic/clockwork/fellowship_armory.ogg', rand(15, 20), 1, -3, 1, 1)
 		visible_message("<span class='[get_component_span(component_id)]'>Something</span><span class='warning'> cl[pick("ank", "ink", "unk", "ang")]s around inside of [src]...</span>")
@@ -57,7 +61,7 @@
 		if(!anchored)
 			to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>[src] needs to be secured to place [C] into it!</span>")
 		else
-			clockwork_component_cache[C.component_id]++
+			GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[C.component_id]++
 			update_slab_info()
 			to_chat(user, "<span class='notice'>You add [C] to [src].</span>")
 			user.drop_item()
@@ -69,7 +73,7 @@
 			to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>[src] needs to be secured to offload your slab's components into it!</span>")
 		else
 			for(var/i in S.stored_components)
-				clockwork_component_cache[i] += S.stored_components[i]
+				GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[i] += S.stored_components[i]
 				S.stored_components[i] = 0
 			update_slab_info()
 			user.visible_message("<span class='notice'>[user] empties [S] into [src].</span>", "<span class='notice'>You offload your slab's components into [src].</span>")
@@ -102,9 +106,12 @@
 	..()
 	if(is_servant_of_ratvar(user) || isobserver(user))
 		if(linkedwall)
-			to_chat(user, "<span class='brass'>It is linked to a Clockwork Wall and will generate a component every <b>[round((CACHE_PRODUCTION_TIME * 0.1) * get_efficiency_mod(TRUE), 0.1)]</b> seconds!</span>")
+			to_chat(user, "<span class='brass'>It is linked to a Clockwork Wall and will generate a component every <b>[round(get_production_time() * 0.1, 0.1)]</b> seconds!</span>")
 		else
 			to_chat(user, "<span class='alloy'>It is unlinked! Construct a Clockwork Wall nearby to generate components!</span>")
 		to_chat(user, "<b>Stored components:</b>")
-		for(var/i in clockwork_component_cache)
-			to_chat(user, "<span class='[get_component_span(i)]_small'><i>[get_component_name(i)][i != REPLICANT_ALLOY ? "s":""]:</i> <b>[clockwork_component_cache[i]]</b></span>")
+		for(var/i in GLOB.clockwork_component_cache)
+			to_chat(user, "<span class='[get_component_span(i)]_small'><i>[get_component_name(i)][i != REPLICANT_ALLOY ? "s":""]:</i> <b>[GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[i]]</b></span>")
+
+/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/cache/proc/get_production_time()
+	return (CACHE_PRODUCTION_TIME + (ACTIVE_CACHE_SLOWDOWN * linked_caches)) * get_efficiency_mod(TRUE)

code/game/gamemodes/clock_cult/clock_structures/tinkerers_daemon.dm

@@ -22,15 +22,15 @@
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/tinkerers_daemon/New()
 	..()
-	clockwork_daemons++
+	GLOB.clockwork_daemons++
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/tinkerers_daemon/Destroy()
-	clockwork_daemons--
+	GLOB.clockwork_daemons--
 	return ..()
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/tinkerers_daemon/ratvar_act()
 	..()
-	if(nezbere_invoked)
+	if(GLOB.nezbere_invoked)
 		production_time = 0
 		production_cooldown = initial(production_cooldown) * 0.5
 		if(!active)
@@ -47,8 +47,8 @@
 			else
 				to_chat(user, "<span class='brass'>It is currently producing random components.</span>")
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='nezbere_small'>It will produce a component every <b>[round((production_cooldown*0.1) * get_efficiency_mod(TRUE), 0.1)]</b> seconds and requires at least the following power for each component type:</span>")
-		for(var/i in clockwork_component_cache)
-			to_chat(user, "<span class='[get_component_span(i)]_small'><i>[get_component_name(i)]:</i> <b>[get_component_cost(i)]W</b> <i>([clockwork_component_cache[i]] exist[clockwork_component_cache[i] == 1 ? "s" : ""])</i></span>")
+		for(var/i in GLOB.clockwork_component_cache)
+			to_chat(user, "<span class='[get_component_span(i)]_small'><i>[get_component_name(i)]:</i> <b>[get_component_cost(i)]W</b> <i>([GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[i]] exist[GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[i] == 1 ? "s" : ""])</i></span>")
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/tinkerers_daemon/forced_disable(bad_effects)
 	if(active)
@@ -72,17 +72,17 @@
 			to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>[src] needs to be secured to the floor before it can be activated!</span>")
 			return FALSE
 		var/servants = 0
-		for(var/mob/living/L in living_mob_list)
+		for(var/mob/living/L in GLOB.living_mob_list)
 			if(is_servant_of_ratvar(L))
 				servants++
-		if(servants * 0.2 < clockwork_daemons)
+		if(servants * 0.2 < GLOB.clockwork_daemons)
 			to_chat(user, "<span class='nezbere'>\"There are too few servants for this daemon to work.\"</span>")
 			return
-		if(!clockwork_caches)
+		if(!GLOB.clockwork_caches)
 			to_chat(user, "<span class='nezbere'>\"You require a cache for this daemon to operate. Get to it.\"</span>")
 			return
 		var/min_power_usable = 0
-		for(var/i in clockwork_component_cache)
+		for(var/i in GLOB.clockwork_component_cache)
 			if(!min_power_usable)
 				min_power_usable = get_component_cost(i)
 			else
@@ -94,15 +94,15 @@
 		switch(choice)
 			if("Specific Component")
 				var/list/components = list()
-				for(var/i in clockwork_component_cache)
+				for(var/i in GLOB.clockwork_component_cache)
 					components["[get_component_name(i)] ([get_component_cost(i)]W)"] = i
 				var/input_component = input(user, "Choose a component type.", name) as null|anything in components
 				component_id_to_produce = components[input_component]
 				servants = 0
-				for(var/mob/living/L in living_mob_list)
+				for(var/mob/living/L in GLOB.living_mob_list)
 					if(is_servant_of_ratvar(L))
 						servants++
-				if(!is_servant_of_ratvar(user) || !user.canUseTopic(src, !issilicon(user), NO_DEXTERY) || active || !clockwork_caches || servants * 0.2 < clockwork_daemons)
+				if(!is_servant_of_ratvar(user) || !user.canUseTopic(src, !issilicon(user), NO_DEXTERY) || active || !GLOB.clockwork_caches || servants * 0.2 < GLOB.clockwork_daemons)
 					return
 				if(!component_id_to_produce)
 					to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>You decide not to select a component and activate the daemon.</span>")
@@ -136,24 +136,24 @@
 		set_light(0)
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/tinkerers_daemon/proc/get_component_cost(id)
-	return max(MIN_CLOCKCULT_POWER*2, (MIN_CLOCKCULT_POWER*2) * (1 + round(clockwork_component_cache[id] * 0.2)))
+	return max(MIN_CLOCKCULT_POWER*2, (MIN_CLOCKCULT_POWER*2) * (1 + round(GLOB.clockwork_component_cache[id] * 0.2)))
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/tinkerers_daemon/process()
 	var/servants = 0
-	for(var/mob/living/L in living_mob_list)
+	for(var/mob/living/L in GLOB.living_mob_list)
 		if(is_servant_of_ratvar(L))
 			servants++
 	. = ..()
 	var/min_power_usable = 0
 	if(!component_id_to_produce)
-		for(var/i in clockwork_component_cache)
+		for(var/i in GLOB.clockwork_component_cache)
 			if(!min_power_usable)
 				min_power_usable = get_component_cost(i)
 			else
 				min_power_usable = min(min_power_usable, get_component_cost(i))
 	else
 		min_power_usable = get_component_cost(component_id_to_produce)
-	if(!clockwork_caches || servants * 0.2 < clockwork_daemons || . < min_power_usable) //if we don't have enough to produce the lowest or what we chose to produce, cancel out
+	if(!GLOB.clockwork_caches || servants * 0.2 < GLOB.clockwork_daemons || . < min_power_usable) //if we don't have enough to produce the lowest or what we chose to produce, cancel out
 		forced_disable(FALSE)
 		return
 	if(production_time <= world.time)
@@ -163,7 +163,7 @@
 		if(!try_use_power(get_component_cost(component_to_generate)))
 			component_to_generate = null
 			if(!component_id_to_produce)
-				for(var/i in clockwork_component_cache)
+				for(var/i in GLOB.clockwork_component_cache)
 					if(try_use_power(get_component_cost(i))) //if we fail but are producing random, try and get a different component to produce
 						component_to_generate = i
 						break

code/game/gamemodes/cult/cult.dm

@@ -8,8 +8,8 @@
 	return istype(M) && M.has_antag_datum(/datum/antagonist/cultist, TRUE)
 
 /proc/is_sacrifice_target(datum/mind/mind)
-	if(ticker.mode.name == "cult")
-		var/datum/game_mode/cult/cult_mode = ticker.mode
+	if(SSticker.mode.name == "cult")
+		var/datum/game_mode/cult/cult_mode = SSticker.mode
 		if(mind == cult_mode.sacrifice_target)
 			return 1
 	return 0
@@ -104,7 +104,7 @@
 		var/list/possible_targets = get_unconvertables()
 		if(!possible_targets.len)
 			message_admins("Cult Sacrifice: Could not find unconvertable target, checking for convertable target.")
-			for(var/mob/living/carbon/human/player in player_list)
+			for(var/mob/living/carbon/human/player in GLOB.player_list)
 				if(player.mind && !(player.mind in cultists_to_cult))
 					possible_targets += player.mind
 		if(possible_targets.len > 0)
@@ -175,18 +175,18 @@
 		return TRUE
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/update_cult_icons_added(datum/mind/cult_mind)
-	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/culthud = huds[ANTAG_HUD_CULT]
+	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/culthud = GLOB.huds[ANTAG_HUD_CULT]
 	culthud.join_hud(cult_mind.current)
 	set_antag_hud(cult_mind.current, "cult")
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/update_cult_icons_removed(datum/mind/cult_mind)
-	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/culthud = huds[ANTAG_HUD_CULT]
+	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/culthud = GLOB.huds[ANTAG_HUD_CULT]
 	culthud.leave_hud(cult_mind.current)
 	set_antag_hud(cult_mind.current, null)
 
 /datum/game_mode/cult/proc/get_unconvertables()
 	var/list/ucs = list()
-	for(var/mob/living/carbon/human/player in player_list)
+	for(var/mob/living/carbon/human/player in GLOB.player_list)
 		if(player.mind && !is_convertable_to_cult(player) && !(player.mind in cultists_to_cult))
 			ucs += player.mind
 	return ucs
@@ -198,7 +198,7 @@
 	if(cult_objectives.Find("eldergod"))
 		cult_fail += eldergod //1 by default, 0 if the elder god has been summoned at least once
 	if(cult_objectives.Find("sacrifice"))
-		if(sacrifice_target && !sacrificed.Find(sacrifice_target)) //if the target has been sacrificed, ignore this step. otherwise, add 1 to cult_fail
+		if(sacrifice_target && !GLOB.sacrificed.Find(sacrifice_target)) //if the target has been GLOB.sacrificed, ignore this step. otherwise, add 1 to cult_fail
 			cult_fail++
 	return cult_fail //if any objectives aren't met, failure
 
@@ -237,14 +237,14 @@
 					if(!check_survive())
 						explanation = "Make sure at least [acolytes_needed] acolytes escape on the shuttle. ([acolytes_survived] escaped) <span class='greenannounce'>Success!</span>"
 						feedback_add_details("cult_objective","cult_survive|SUCCESS|[acolytes_needed]")
-						ticker.news_report = CULT_ESCAPE
+						SSticker.news_report = CULT_ESCAPE
 					else
 						explanation = "Make sure at least [acolytes_needed] acolytes escape on the shuttle. ([acolytes_survived] escaped) <span class='boldannounce'>Fail.</span>"
 						feedback_add_details("cult_objective","cult_survive|FAIL|[acolytes_needed]")
-						ticker.news_report = CULT_FAILURE
+						SSticker.news_report = CULT_FAILURE
 				if("sacrifice")
 					if(sacrifice_target)
-						if(sacrifice_target in sacrificed)
+						if(sacrifice_target in GLOB.sacrificed)
 							explanation = "Sacrifice [sacrifice_target.name], the [sacrifice_target.assigned_role]. <span class='greenannounce'>Success!</span>"
 							feedback_add_details("cult_objective","cult_sacrifice|SUCCESS")
 						else if(sacrifice_target && sacrifice_target.current)
@@ -257,11 +257,11 @@
 					if(!eldergod)
 						explanation = "Summon Nar-Sie. <span class='greenannounce'>Success!</span>"
 						feedback_add_details("cult_objective","cult_narsie|SUCCESS")
-						ticker.news_report = CULT_SUMMON
+						SSticker.news_report = CULT_SUMMON
 					else
 						explanation = "Summon Nar-Sie. <span class='boldannounce'>Fail.</span>"
 						feedback_add_details("cult_objective","cult_narsie|FAIL")
-						ticker.news_report = CULT_FAILURE
+						SSticker.news_report = CULT_FAILURE
 
 			text += "<br><B>Objective #[obj_count]</B>: [explanation]"
 	to_chat(world, text)
@@ -270,7 +270,7 @@
 
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/auto_declare_completion_cult()
-	if( cult.len || (ticker && istype(ticker.mode,/datum/game_mode/cult)) )
+	if( cult.len || (SSticker && istype(SSticker.mode,/datum/game_mode/cult)) )
 		var/text = "<br><font size=3><b>The cultists were:</b></font>"
 		for(var/datum/mind/cultist in cult)
 			text += printplayer(cultist)

code/game/gamemodes/cult/cult_comms.dm

@@ -17,22 +17,17 @@
 		return
 
 	cultist_commune(usr, input)
-	return
 
 /proc/cultist_commune(mob/living/user, message)
 	if(!message)
 		return
-	if(!ishuman(user))
-		user.say("O bidai nabora se[pick("'","`")]sma!")
-		user.say(html_decode(message))
-	else
-		user.whisper("O bidai nabora se[pick("'","`")]sma!")
-		user.whisper(html_decode(message))
+	user.whisper("O bidai nabora se[pick("'","`")]sma!")
+	user.whisper(html_decode(message))
 	var/my_message = "<span class='cultitalic'><b>[(ishuman(user) ? "Acolyte" : "Construct")] [findtextEx(user.name, user.real_name) ? user.name : "[user.real_name] (as [user.name])"]:</b> [message]</span>"
-	for(var/mob/M in mob_list)
+	for(var/mob/M in GLOB.mob_list)
 		if(iscultist(M))
 			to_chat(M, my_message)
-		else if(M in dead_mob_list)
+		else if(M in GLOB.dead_mob_list)
 			var/link = FOLLOW_LINK(M, user)
 			to_chat(M, "[link] [my_message]")
 

code/game/gamemodes/cult/cult_items.dm

@@ -328,7 +328,7 @@
 		return
 	if(!iscultist(user))
 		user.dropItemToGround(src, TRUE)
-		step(src, pick(alldirs))
+		step(src, pick(GLOB.alldirs))
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>\The [src] flickers out of your hands, your connection to this dimension is too strong!</span>")
 		return
 
@@ -375,7 +375,7 @@
 	if(istype(A, /obj/item))
 
 		var/list/cultists = list()
-		for(var/datum/mind/M in ticker.mode.cult)
+		for(var/datum/mind/M in SSticker.mode.cult)
 			if(M.current && M.current.stat != DEAD)
 				cultists |= M.current
 		var/mob/living/cultist_to_receive = input(user, "Who do you wish to call to [src]?", "Followers of the Geometer") as null|anything in (cultists - user)
@@ -403,5 +403,4 @@
 	else
 		..()
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>\The [src] can only transport items!</span>")
-		return
 

code/game/gamemodes/cult/cult_structures.dm

@@ -122,12 +122,6 @@
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='cultitalic'>You work the forge as dark knowledge guides your hands, creating [N]!</span>")
 
 
-var/list/blacklisted_pylon_turfs = typecacheof(list(
-	/turf/closed,
-	/turf/open/floor/engine/cult,
-	/turf/open/space,
-	/turf/open/floor/plating/lava,
-	/turf/open/chasm))
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/cult/pylon
 	name = "pylon"
@@ -177,6 +171,12 @@ var/list/blacklisted_pylon_turfs = typecacheof(list(
 			if(istype(T, /turf/open/floor/engine/cult))
 				cultturfs |= T
 				continue
+			var/static/list/blacklisted_pylon_turfs = typecacheof(list(
+				/turf/closed,
+				/turf/open/floor/engine/cult,
+				/turf/open/space,
+				/turf/open/floor/plating/lava,
+				/turf/open/chasm))
 			if(is_type_in_typecache(T, blacklisted_pylon_turfs))
 				continue
 			else

code/game/gamemodes/cult/ritual.dm

@@ -15,11 +15,12 @@ This file contains the arcane tome files.
 
 /obj/item/weapon/tome/New()
 	..()
-	if(!LAZYLEN(rune_types))
-		rune_types = list()
+	if(!LAZYLEN(GLOB.rune_types))
+		GLOB.rune_types = list()
+		var/static/list/non_revealed_runes = (subtypesof(/obj/effect/rune) - /obj/effect/rune/malformed)
 		for(var/i_can_do_loops_now_thanks_remie in non_revealed_runes)
 			var/obj/effect/rune/R = i_can_do_loops_now_thanks_remie
-			rune_types[initial(R.cultist_name)] = R //Uses the cultist name for displaying purposes
+			GLOB.rune_types[initial(R.cultist_name)] = R //Uses the cultist name for displaying purposes
 
 /obj/item/weapon/tome/examine(mob/user)
 	..()
@@ -180,10 +181,10 @@ This file contains the arcane tome files.
 
 	if(!check_rune_turf(Turf, user))
 		return
-	entered_rune_name = input(user, "Choose a rite to scribe.", "Sigils of Power") as null|anything in rune_types
+	entered_rune_name = input(user, "Choose a rite to scribe.", "Sigils of Power") as null|anything in GLOB.rune_types
 	if(!src || QDELETED(src) || !Adjacent(user) || user.incapacitated() || !check_rune_turf(Turf, user))
 		return
-	rune_to_scribe = rune_types[entered_rune_name]
+	rune_to_scribe = GLOB.rune_types[entered_rune_name]
 	if(!rune_to_scribe)
 		return
 	if(initial(rune_to_scribe.req_keyword))
@@ -196,12 +197,12 @@ This file contains the arcane tome files.
 	if(!src || QDELETED(src) || !Adjacent(user) || user.incapacitated() || !check_rune_turf(Turf, user))
 		return
 	if(ispath(rune_to_scribe, /obj/effect/rune/narsie))
-		if(ticker.mode.name == "cult")
-			var/datum/game_mode/cult/cult_mode = ticker.mode
+		if(SSticker.mode.name == "cult")
+			var/datum/game_mode/cult/cult_mode = SSticker.mode
 			if(!("eldergod" in cult_mode.cult_objectives))
 				to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>Nar-Sie does not wish to be summoned!</span>")
 				return
-			if(cult_mode.sacrifice_target && !(cult_mode.sacrifice_target in sacrificed))
+			if(cult_mode.sacrifice_target && !(cult_mode.sacrifice_target in GLOB.sacrificed))
 				to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>The sacrifice is not complete. The portal would lack the power to open if you tried!</span>")
 				return
 			if(!cult_mode.eldergod)
@@ -244,6 +245,7 @@ This file contains the arcane tome files.
 		if(S && !QDELETED(S))
 			qdel(S)
 	var/obj/effect/rune/R = new rune_to_scribe(Turf, chosen_keyword)
+	R.add_mob_blood(user)
 	to_chat(user, "<span class='cult'>The [lowertext(R.cultist_name)] rune [R.cultist_desc]</span>")
 	feedback_add_details("cult_runes_scribed", R.cultist_name)
 

code/game/gamemodes/cult/runes.dm

@@ -1,7 +1,7 @@
-/var/list/sacrificed = list() //a mixed list of minds and mobs
-var/list/non_revealed_runes = (subtypesof(/obj/effect/rune) - /obj/effect/rune/malformed)
-var/global/list/rune_types //Every rune that can be drawn by tomes
-
+GLOBAL_LIST_EMPTY(sacrificed) //a mixed list of minds and mobs
+GLOBAL_LIST(rune_types) //Every rune that can be drawn by tomes
+GLOBAL_LIST_EMPTY(teleport_runes)
+GLOBAL_LIST_EMPTY(wall_runes)
 /*
 
 This file contains runes.
@@ -58,13 +58,10 @@ To draw a rune, use an arcane tome.
 	if(istype(I, /obj/item/weapon/tome) && iscultist(user))
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='notice'>You carefully erase the [lowertext(cultist_name)] rune.</span>")
 		qdel(src)
-		return
 	else if(istype(I, /obj/item/weapon/nullrod))
 		user.say("BEGONE FOUL MAGIKS!!")
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='danger'>You disrupt the magic of [src] with [I].</span>")
 		qdel(src)
-		return
-	return
 
 /obj/effect/rune/attack_hand(mob/living/user)
 	if(!iscultist(user))
@@ -143,20 +140,20 @@ structure_check() searches for nearby cultist structures required for the invoca
 	do_invoke_glow()
 
 /obj/effect/rune/proc/do_invoke_glow()
+	set waitfor = FALSE
 	var/oldtransform = transform
-	spawn(0) //animate is a delay, we want to avoid being delayed
-		animate(src, transform = matrix()*2, alpha = 0, time = 5) //fade out
-		animate(transform = oldtransform, alpha = 255, time = 0)
+	animate(src, transform = matrix()*2, alpha = 0, time = 5) //fade out
+	sleep(5)
+	animate(src, transform = oldtransform, alpha = 255, time = 0)
 
 /obj/effect/rune/proc/fail_invoke()
 	//This proc contains the effects of a rune if it is not invoked correctly, through either invalid wording or not enough cultists. By default, it's just a basic fizzle.
 	visible_message("<span class='warning'>The markings pulse with a \
 		small flash of red light, then fall dark.</span>")
-	spawn(0) //animate is a delay, we want to avoid being delayed
-		var/oldcolor = color
-		color = rgb(255, 0, 0)
-		animate(src, color = oldcolor, time = 5)
-		addtimer(CALLBACK(src, /atom/proc/update_atom_colour), 5)
+	var/oldcolor = color
+	color = rgb(255, 0, 0)
+	animate(src, color = oldcolor, time = 5)
+	addtimer(CALLBACK(src, /atom/proc/update_atom_colour), 5)
 
 //Malformed Rune: This forms if a rune is not drawn correctly. Invoking it does nothing but hurt the user.
 /obj/effect/rune/malformed
@@ -179,7 +176,7 @@ structure_check() searches for nearby cultist structures required for the invoca
 
 /mob/proc/null_rod_check() //The null rod, if equipped, will protect the holder from the effects of most runes
 	var/obj/item/weapon/nullrod/N = locate() in src
-	if(N && !ratvar_awakens) //If Nar-Sie or Ratvar are alive, null rods won't protect you
+	if(N && !GLOB.ratvar_awakens) //If Nar-Sie or Ratvar are alive, null rods won't protect you
 		return N
 	return 0
 
@@ -247,7 +244,6 @@ structure_check() searches for nearby cultist structures required for the invoca
 		if(!P.info && !istype(P, /obj/item/weapon/paper/talisman))
 			. |= P
 
-var/list/teleport_runes = list()
 /obj/effect/rune/teleport
 	cultist_name = "Teleport"
 	cultist_desc = "warps everything above it to another chosen teleport rune."
@@ -262,17 +258,17 @@ var/list/teleport_runes = list()
 	var/area/A = get_area(src)
 	var/locname = initial(A.name)
 	listkey = set_keyword ? "[set_keyword] [locname]":"[locname]"
-	teleport_runes += src
+	GLOB.teleport_runes += src
 
 /obj/effect/rune/teleport/Destroy()
-	teleport_runes -= src
+	GLOB.teleport_runes -= src
 	return ..()
 
 /obj/effect/rune/teleport/invoke(var/list/invokers)
 	var/mob/living/user = invokers[1] //the first invoker is always the user
 	var/list/potential_runes = list()
 	var/list/teleportnames = list()
-	for(var/R in teleport_runes)
+	for(var/R in GLOB.teleport_runes)
 		var/obj/effect/rune/teleport/T = R
 		if(T != src && (T.z <= ZLEVEL_SPACEMAX))
 			potential_runes[avoid_assoc_duplicate_keys(T.listkey, teleportnames)] = T
@@ -392,7 +388,7 @@ var/list/teleport_runes = list()
 	convertee.visible_message("<span class='warning'>[convertee] writhes in pain \
 	[brutedamage || burndamage ? "even as [convertee.p_their()] wounds heal and close" : "as the markings below [convertee.p_them()] glow a bloody red"]!</span>", \
  	"<span class='cultlarge'><i>AAAAAAAAAAAAAA-</i></span>")
-	ticker.mode.add_cultist(convertee.mind, 1)
+	SSticker.mode.add_cultist(convertee.mind, 1)
 	new /obj/item/weapon/tome(get_turf(src))
 	convertee.mind.special_role = "Cultist"
 	to_chat(convertee, "<span class='cultitalic'><b>Your blood pulses. Your head throbs. The world goes red. All at once you are aware of a horrible, horrible, truth. The veil of reality has been ripped away \
@@ -410,11 +406,11 @@ var/list/teleport_runes = list()
 	var/sacrifice_fulfilled = FALSE
 
 	if(sacrificial.mind)
-		sacrificed += sacrificial.mind
+		GLOB.sacrificed += sacrificial.mind
 		if(is_sacrifice_target(sacrificial.mind))
 			sacrifice_fulfilled = TRUE
 	else
-		sacrificed += sacrificial
+		GLOB.sacrificed += sacrificial
 
 	new /obj/effect/overlay/temp/cult/sac(get_turf(src))
 	for(var/M in invokers)
@@ -459,10 +455,10 @@ var/list/teleport_runes = list()
 
 /obj/effect/rune/narsie/New()
 	. = ..()
-	poi_list |= src
+	GLOB.poi_list |= src
 
 /obj/effect/rune/narsie/Destroy()
-	poi_list -= src
+	GLOB.poi_list -= src
 	. = ..()
 
 /obj/effect/rune/narsie/talismanhide() //can't hide this, and you wouldn't want to
@@ -476,8 +472,8 @@ var/list/teleport_runes = list()
 
 	var/datum/game_mode/cult/cult_mode
 
-	if(ticker.mode.name == "cult")
-		cult_mode = ticker.mode
+	if(SSticker.mode.name == "cult")
+		cult_mode = SSticker.mode
 
 	if(!cult_mode && !ignore_gamemode)
 		for(var/M in invokers)
@@ -486,7 +482,7 @@ var/list/teleport_runes = list()
 		log_game("Summon Nar-Sie rune failed - gametype is not cult")
 		return
 
-	if(locate(/obj/singularity/narsie) in poi_list)
+	if(locate(/obj/singularity/narsie) in GLOB.poi_list)
 		for(var/M in invokers)
 			to_chat(M, "<span class='warning'>Nar-Sie is already on this plane!</span>")
 		log_game("Summon Nar-Sie rune failed - already summoned")
@@ -510,15 +506,13 @@ var/list/teleport_runes = list()
 			log_game("Summon Narsie rune erased by [user.mind.key] (ckey) with a tome")
 			message_admins("[key_name_admin(user)] erased a Narsie rune with a tome")
 			..()
-			return
 	else
 		if(istype(I, /obj/item/weapon/nullrod))	//Begone foul magiks. You cannot hinder me.
 			log_game("Summon Narsie rune erased by [user.mind.key] (ckey) using a null rod")
 			message_admins("[key_name_admin(user)] erased a Narsie rune with a null rod")
 			..()
-	return
 
-//Rite of Resurrection: Requires the corpse of a cultist and that there have been less revives than the number of people sacrificed
+//Rite of Resurrection: Requires the corpse of a cultist and that there have been less revives than the number of people GLOB.sacrificed
 /obj/effect/rune/raise_dead
 	cultist_name = "Raise Dead"
 	cultist_desc = "requires the corpse of a cultist placed upon the rune. Provided there have been sufficient sacrifices, they will be revived."
@@ -531,8 +525,8 @@ var/list/teleport_runes = list()
 	..()
 	if(iscultist(user) || user.stat == DEAD)
 		var/revive_number = 0
-		if(sacrificed.len)
-			revive_number = sacrificed.len - revives_used
+		if(GLOB.sacrificed.len)
+			revive_number = GLOB.sacrificed.len - revives_used
 		to_chat(user, "<b>Revives Remaining:</b> [revive_number]")
 
 /obj/effect/rune/raise_dead/invoke(var/list/invokers)
@@ -550,8 +544,8 @@ var/list/teleport_runes = list()
 		log_game("Raise Dead rune failed - no corpses to revive")
 		fail_invoke()
 		return
-	if(!sacrificed.len || sacrificed.len <= revives_used)
-		to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>You have sacrificed too few people to revive a cultist!</span>")
+	if(!GLOB.sacrificed.len || GLOB.sacrificed.len <= revives_used)
+		to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>You have GLOB.sacrificed too few people to revive a cultist!</span>")
 		fail_invoke()
 		return
 	if(potential_revive_mobs.len > 1)
@@ -594,7 +588,7 @@ var/list/teleport_runes = list()
 		fail_invoke()
 		log_game("Raise Dead rune failed - revival target has no ghost")
 		return 0
-	if(!sacrificed.len || sacrificed.len <= revives_used)
+	if(!GLOB.sacrificed.len || GLOB.sacrificed.len <= revives_used)
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>You have sacrificed too few people to revive a cultist!</span>")
 		fail_invoke()
 		log_game("Raise Dead rune failed - too few sacrificed")
@@ -710,8 +704,6 @@ var/list/teleport_runes = list()
 		sleep(1)
 	rune_in_use = 0
 
-
-var/list/wall_runes = list()
 //Rite of the Corporeal Shield: When invoked, becomes solid and cannot be passed. Invoke again to undo.
 /obj/effect/rune/wall
 	cultist_name = "Form Barrier"
@@ -725,7 +717,7 @@ var/list/wall_runes = list()
 
 /obj/effect/rune/wall/New()
 	..()
-	wall_runes += src
+	GLOB.wall_runes += src
 
 /obj/effect/rune/wall/examine(mob/user)
 	..()
@@ -734,7 +726,7 @@ var/list/wall_runes = list()
 
 /obj/effect/rune/wall/Destroy()
 	density = 0
-	wall_runes -= src
+	GLOB.wall_runes -= src
 	air_update_turf(1)
 	return ..()
 
@@ -757,7 +749,7 @@ var/list/wall_runes = list()
 		C.apply_damage(2, BRUTE, pick("l_arm", "r_arm"))
 
 /obj/effect/rune/wall/proc/spread_density()
-	for(var/R in wall_runes)
+	for(var/R in GLOB.wall_runes)
 		var/obj/effect/rune/wall/W = R
 		if(W.z == z && get_dist(src, W) <= 2 && !W.density && !W.recharging)
 			W.density = TRUE
@@ -806,7 +798,7 @@ var/list/wall_runes = list()
 /obj/effect/rune/summon/invoke(var/list/invokers)
 	var/mob/living/user = invokers[1]
 	var/list/cultists = list()
-	for(var/datum/mind/M in ticker.mode.cult)
+	for(var/datum/mind/M in SSticker.mode.cult)
 		if(!(M.current in invokers) && M.current && M.current.stat != DEAD)
 			cultists |= M.current
 	var/mob/living/cultist_to_summon = input(user, "Who do you wish to call to [src]?", "Followers of the Geometer") as null|anything in cultists
@@ -992,7 +984,7 @@ var/list/wall_runes = list()
 	var/obj/structure/emergency_shield/invoker/N = new(T)
 
 	new_human.key = ghost_to_spawn.key
-	ticker.mode.add_cultist(new_human.mind, 0)
+	SSticker.mode.add_cultist(new_human.mind, 0)
 	to_chat(new_human, "<span class='cultitalic'><b>You are a servant of the Geometer. You have been made semi-corporeal by the cult of Nar-Sie, and you are to serve them at all costs.</b></span>")
 
 	while(user in T)

code/game/gamemodes/cult/talisman.dm

@@ -125,7 +125,7 @@
 /obj/item/weapon/paper/talisman/teleport/invoke(mob/living/user, successfuluse = 1)
 	var/list/potential_runes = list()
 	var/list/teleportnames = list()
-	for(var/R in teleport_runes)
+	for(var/R in GLOB.teleport_runes)
 		var/obj/effect/rune/teleport/T = R
 		potential_runes[avoid_assoc_duplicate_keys(T.listkey, teleportnames)] = T
 
@@ -421,7 +421,6 @@
 	if(uses <= 0)
 		user.drop_item()
 		qdel(src)
-	return
 
 /obj/item/weapon/restraints/handcuffs/energy/cult //For the talisman of shackling
 	name = "cult shackles"

code/game/gamemodes/devil/devil.dm

@@ -1,22 +1,3 @@
-var/global/list/whiteness = list (
-	/obj/item/clothing/under/color/white = 2,
-	/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/bartender = 1,
-	/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/chef = 1,
-	/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/chief_engineer = 1,
-	/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/scientist = 1,
-	/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/chemist = 1,
-	/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/chief_medical_officer = 1,
-	/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/geneticist = 1,
-	/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/virologist = 1,
-	/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/nursesuit = 1,
-	/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/medical = 1,
-	/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/det = 1,
-	/obj/item/clothing/under/suit_jacket/white = 0.5,
-	/obj/item/clothing/under/burial = 1
-)
-
-
-
 /mob/living/proc/check_devil_bane_multiplier(obj/item/weapon, mob/living/attacker)
 	switch(mind.devilinfo.bane)
 		if(BANE_WHITECLOTHES)
@@ -24,6 +5,22 @@ var/global/list/whiteness = list (
 				var/mob/living/carbon/human/H = attacker
 				if(H.w_uniform && istype(H.w_uniform, /obj/item/clothing/under))
 					var/obj/item/clothing/under/U = H.w_uniform
+					var/static/list/whiteness = list (
+						/obj/item/clothing/under/color/white = 2,
+						/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/bartender = 1,
+						/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/chef = 1,
+						/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/chief_engineer = 1,
+						/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/scientist = 1,
+						/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/chemist = 1,
+						/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/chief_medical_officer = 1,
+						/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/geneticist = 1,
+						/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/virologist = 1,
+						/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/nursesuit = 1,
+						/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/medical = 1,
+						/obj/item/clothing/under/rank/det = 1,
+						/obj/item/clothing/under/suit_jacket/white = 0.5,
+						/obj/item/clothing/under/burial = 1
+					)
 					if(whiteness[U.type])
 						src.visible_message("<span class='warning'>[src] seems to have been harmed by the purity of [attacker]'s clothes.</span>", "<span class='notice'>Unsullied white clothing is disrupting your form.</span>")
 						return whiteness[U.type] + 1

code/game/gamemodes/devil/devilinfo.dm

@@ -13,8 +13,8 @@
 
 #define DEVILRESURRECTTIME 600
 
-var/global/list/allDevils = list()
-var/global/list/lawlorify = list (
+GLOBAL_LIST_EMPTY(allDevils)
+GLOBAL_LIST_INIT(lawlorify, list (
 		LORE = list(
 			OBLIGATION_FOOD = "This devil seems to always offer its victims food before slaughtering them.",
 			OBLIGATION_FIDDLE = "This devil will never turn down a musical challenge.",
@@ -77,8 +77,7 @@ var/global/list/lawlorify = list (
 			BANISH_DESTRUCTION = "If your corpse is destroyed, you will be unable to resurrect.",
 			BANISH_FUNERAL_GARB = "If your corpse is clad in funeral garments, you will be unable to resurrect."
 		)
-	)
-
+	))
 /datum/devilinfo
 	var/datum/mind/owner = null
 	var/obligation
@@ -112,11 +111,11 @@ var/global/list/lawlorify = list (
 	return devil
 
 /proc/devilInfo(name, saveDetails = 0)
-	if(allDevils[lowertext(name)])
-		return allDevils[lowertext(name)]
+	if(GLOB.allDevils[lowertext(name)])
+		return GLOB.allDevils[lowertext(name)]
 	else
 		var/datum/devilinfo/devil = randomDevilInfo(name)
-		allDevils[lowertext(name)] = devil
+		GLOB.allDevils[lowertext(name)] = devil
 		devil.exists = saveDetails
 		return devil
 
@@ -287,9 +286,9 @@ var/global/list/lawlorify = list (
 	if(A)
 		notify_ghosts("An arch devil has ascended in \the [A.name]. Reach out to the devil to be given a new shell for your soul.", source = owner.current, action=NOTIFY_ATTACK)
 	sleep(50)
-	if(!ticker.mode.devil_ascended)
+	if(!SSticker.mode.devil_ascended)
 		SSshuttle.emergency.request(null, 0.3)
-	ticker.mode.devil_ascended++
+	SSticker.mode.devil_ascended++
 	form = ARCH_DEVIL
 
 /datum/devilinfo/proc/remove_spells()
@@ -415,8 +414,8 @@ var/global/list/lawlorify = list (
 	check_regression()
 
 /datum/devilinfo/proc/create_new_body()
-	if(blobstart.len > 0)
-		var/turf/targetturf = get_turf(pick(blobstart))
+	if(GLOB.blobstart.len > 0)
+		var/turf/targetturf = get_turf(pick(GLOB.blobstart))
 		var/mob/currentMob = owner.current
 		if(!currentMob)
 			currentMob = owner.get_ghost()

code/game/gamemodes/devil/game_mode.dm

@@ -36,7 +36,7 @@
 
 	devil_mind.devilinfo = devilInfo(trueName, 1)
 	devil_mind.devilinfo.ascendable = ascendable
-	devil_mind.store_memory("Your devilic true name is [devil_mind.devilinfo.truename]<br>[lawlorify[LAW][devil_mind.devilinfo.ban]]<br>You may not use violence to coerce someone into selling their soul.<br>You may not directly and knowingly physically harm a devil, other than yourself.<br>[lawlorify[LAW][devil_mind.devilinfo.bane]]<br>[lawlorify[LAW][devil_mind.devilinfo.obligation]]<br>[lawlorify[LAW][devil_mind.devilinfo.banish]]<br>")
+	devil_mind.store_memory("Your devilic true name is [devil_mind.devilinfo.truename]<br>[GLOB.lawlorify[LAW][devil_mind.devilinfo.ban]]<br>You may not use violence to coerce someone into selling their soul.<br>You may not directly and knowingly physically harm a devil, other than yourself.<br>[GLOB.lawlorify[LAW][devil_mind.devilinfo.bane]]<br>[GLOB.lawlorify[LAW][devil_mind.devilinfo.obligation]]<br>[GLOB.lawlorify[LAW][devil_mind.devilinfo.banish]]<br>")
 	devil_mind.devilinfo.owner = devil_mind
 	devil_mind.devilinfo.give_base_spells(1)
 	spawn(10)
@@ -67,10 +67,10 @@
 	to_chat(current, "<span class='warning'><b>However, your infernal form is not without weaknesses.</b></span>")
 	to_chat(current, "You may not use violence to coerce someone into selling their soul.")
 	to_chat(current, "You may not directly and knowingly physically harm a devil, other than yourself.")
-	to_chat(current, lawlorify[LAW][src.devilinfo.bane])
-	to_chat(current, lawlorify[LAW][src.devilinfo.ban])
-	to_chat(current, lawlorify[LAW][src.devilinfo.obligation])
-	to_chat(current, lawlorify[LAW][src.devilinfo.banish])
+	to_chat(current, GLOB.lawlorify[LAW][src.devilinfo.bane])
+	to_chat(current, GLOB.lawlorify[LAW][src.devilinfo.ban])
+	to_chat(current, GLOB.lawlorify[LAW][src.devilinfo.obligation])
+	to_chat(current, GLOB.lawlorify[LAW][src.devilinfo.banish])
 	to_chat(current, "<br/><br/><span class='warning'>Remember, the crew can research your weaknesses if they find out your devil name.</span><br>")
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/printdevilinfo(datum/mind/ply)
@@ -78,38 +78,38 @@
 		return "Target is not a devil."
 	var/text = "</br>The devil's true name is: [ply.devilinfo.truename]</br>"
 	text += "The devil's bans were:</br>"
-	text += "	[lawlorify[LORE][ply.devilinfo.ban]]</br>"
-	text += "	[lawlorify[LORE][ply.devilinfo.bane]]</br>"
-	text += "	[lawlorify[LORE][ply.devilinfo.obligation]]</br>"
-	text += "	[lawlorify[LORE][ply.devilinfo.banish]]</br></br>"
+	text += "	[GLOB.lawlorify[LORE][ply.devilinfo.ban]]</br>"
+	text += "	[GLOB.lawlorify[LORE][ply.devilinfo.bane]]</br>"
+	text += "	[GLOB.lawlorify[LORE][ply.devilinfo.obligation]]</br>"
+	text += "	[GLOB.lawlorify[LORE][ply.devilinfo.banish]]</br></br>"
 	return text
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/update_devil_icons_added(datum/mind/devil_mind)
-	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/hud = huds[ANTAG_HUD_DEVIL]
+	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/hud = GLOB.huds[ANTAG_HUD_DEVIL]
 	hud.join_hud(devil_mind.current)
 	set_antag_hud(devil_mind.current, "devil")
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/update_devil_icons_removed(datum/mind/devil_mind)
-	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/hud = huds[ANTAG_HUD_DEVIL]
+	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/hud = GLOB.huds[ANTAG_HUD_DEVIL]
 	hud.leave_hud(devil_mind.current)
 	set_antag_hud(devil_mind.current, null)
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/update_sintouched_icons_added(datum/mind/sintouched_mind)
-	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/hud = huds[ANTAG_HUD_SINTOUCHED]
+	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/hud = GLOB.huds[ANTAG_HUD_SINTOUCHED]
 	hud.join_hud(sintouched_mind.current)
 	set_antag_hud(sintouched_mind.current, "sintouched")
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/update_sintouched_icons_removed(datum/mind/sintouched_mind)
-	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/hud = huds[ANTAG_HUD_SINTOUCHED]
+	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/hud = GLOB.huds[ANTAG_HUD_SINTOUCHED]
 	hud.leave_hud(sintouched_mind.current)
 	set_antag_hud(sintouched_mind.current, null)
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/update_soulless_icons_added(datum/mind/soulless_mind)
-	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/hud = huds[ANTAG_HUD_SOULLESS]
+	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/hud = GLOB.huds[ANTAG_HUD_SOULLESS]
 	hud.join_hud(soulless_mind.current)
 	set_antag_hud(soulless_mind.current, "soulless")
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/update_soulless_icons_removed(datum/mind/soulless_mind)
-	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/hud = huds[ANTAG_HUD_SOULLESS]
+	var/datum/atom_hud/antag/hud = GLOB.huds[ANTAG_HUD_SOULLESS]
 	hud.leave_hud(soulless_mind.current)
 	set_antag_hud(soulless_mind.current, null)

code/game/gamemodes/devil/imp/imp.dm

@@ -30,9 +30,9 @@
 	melee_damage_lower = 10
 	melee_damage_upper = 15
 	see_in_dark = 8
+	lighting_alpha = LIGHTING_PLANE_ALPHA_MOSTLY_INVISIBLE
 	var/boost = 0
 	bloodcrawl = BLOODCRAWL_EAT
-	see_invisible = SEE_INVISIBLE_MINIMUM
 	var/list/consumed_mobs = list()
 	var/playstyle_string = "<B><font size=3 color='red'>You are an imp,</font> a mischevious creature from hell. You are the lowest rank on the hellish totem pole  \
 							Though you are not obligated to help, perhaps by aiding a higher ranking devil, you might just get a promotion.  However, you are incapable	\

code/game/gamemodes/devil/objectives.dm

@@ -68,7 +68,7 @@
 	explanation_text = "Ensure at least [target_amount] mortals are sintouched."
 
 /datum/objective/devil/sintouch/check_completion()
-	return target_amount>=ticker.mode.sintouched.len
+	return target_amount>=SSticker.mode.sintouched.len
 
 
 

code/game/gamemodes/devil/true_devil/_true_devil.dm

@@ -14,11 +14,9 @@
 	ventcrawler = VENTCRAWLER_NONE
 	density = 1
 	pass_flags =  0
-	var/ascended = 0
+	var/ascended = FALSE
 	sight = (SEE_TURFS | SEE_OBJS)
 	status_flags = CANPUSH
-	languages_spoken = ALL //The devil speaks all languages meme
-	languages_understood = ALL //The devil speaks all languages meme
 	mob_size = MOB_SIZE_LARGE
 	var/mob/living/oldform
 	var/list/devil_overlays[DEVIL_TOTAL_LAYERS]
@@ -31,6 +29,8 @@
 	create_bodyparts() //initialize bodyparts
 
 	create_internal_organs()
+
+	grant_all_languages(omnitongue=TRUE)
 	..()
 
 /mob/living/carbon/true_devil/create_internal_organs()
@@ -42,7 +42,7 @@
 
 /mob/living/carbon/true_devil/proc/convert_to_archdevil()
 	maxHealth = 5000 // not an IMPOSSIBLE amount, but still near impossible.
-	ascended = 1
+	ascended = TRUE
 	health = maxHealth
 	icon_state = "arch_devil"
 
@@ -153,7 +153,6 @@
 		S.mind.objectives += newobjective
 		to_chat(S, S.playstyle_string)
 		to_chat(S, "<B>Objective #[1]</B>: [newobjective.explanation_text]")
-		return
 	else
 		return ..()
 
@@ -221,4 +220,4 @@
 	return
 
 /mob/living/carbon/true_devil/update_damage_overlays() //devils don't have damage overlays.
-	return
+	return

code/game/gamemodes/events.dm

@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
 /proc/power_failure()
 	priority_announce("Abnormal activity detected in [station_name()]'s powernet. As a precautionary measure, the station's power will be shut off for an indeterminate duration.", "Critical Power Failure", 'sound/AI/poweroff.ogg')
-	for(var/obj/machinery/power/smes/S in machines)
+	for(var/obj/machinery/power/smes/S in GLOB.machines)
 		if(istype(get_area(S), /area/ai_monitored/turret_protected) || S.z != ZLEVEL_STATION)
 			continue
 		S.charge = 0
@@ -31,7 +31,7 @@
 		A.power_environ = 0
 		A.power_change()
 
-	for(var/obj/machinery/power/apc/C in apcs_list)
+	for(var/obj/machinery/power/apc/C in GLOB.apcs_list)
 		if(C.cell && C.z == ZLEVEL_STATION)
 			var/area/A = get_area(C)
 
@@ -47,11 +47,11 @@
 /proc/power_restore()
 
 	priority_announce("Power has been restored to [station_name()]. We apologize for the inconvenience.", "Power Systems Nominal", 'sound/AI/poweron.ogg')
-	for(var/obj/machinery/power/apc/C in machines)
+	for(var/obj/machinery/power/apc/C in GLOB.machines)
 		if(C.cell && C.z == ZLEVEL_STATION)
 			C.cell.charge = C.cell.maxcharge
 			C.failure_timer = 0
-	for(var/obj/machinery/power/smes/S in machines)
+	for(var/obj/machinery/power/smes/S in GLOB.machines)
 		if(S.z != ZLEVEL_STATION)
 			continue
 		S.charge = S.capacity
@@ -69,7 +69,7 @@
 /proc/power_restore_quick()
 
 	priority_announce("All SMESs on [station_name()] have been recharged. We apologize for the inconvenience.", "Power Systems Nominal", 'sound/AI/poweron.ogg')
-	for(var/obj/machinery/power/smes/S in machines)
+	for(var/obj/machinery/power/smes/S in GLOB.machines)
 		if(S.z != ZLEVEL_STATION)
 			continue
 		S.charge = S.capacity

code/game/gamemodes/game_mode.dm

@@ -53,14 +53,14 @@
 ///Checks to see if the game can be setup and ran with the current number of players or whatnot.
 /datum/game_mode/proc/can_start()
 	var/playerC = 0
-	for(var/mob/dead/new_player/player in player_list)
+	for(var/mob/dead/new_player/player in GLOB.player_list)
 		if((player.client)&&(player.ready))
 			playerC++
-	if(!Debug2)
+	if(!GLOB.Debug2)
 		if(playerC < required_players || (maximum_players >= 0 && playerC > maximum_players))
 			return 0
 	antag_candidates = get_players_for_role(antag_flag)
-	if(!Debug2)
+	if(!GLOB.Debug2)
 		if(antag_candidates.len < required_enemies)
 			return 0
 		return 1
@@ -82,17 +82,17 @@
 		display_roundstart_logout_report()
 
 	feedback_set_details("round_start","[time2text(world.realtime)]")
-	if(ticker && ticker.mode)
-		feedback_set_details("game_mode","[ticker.mode]")
-	if(revdata.commit)
-		feedback_set_details("revision","[revdata.commit]")
+	if(SSticker && SSticker.mode)
+		feedback_set_details("game_mode","[SSticker.mode]")
+	if(GLOB.revdata.commit)
+		feedback_set_details("revision","[GLOB.revdata.commit]")
 	feedback_set_details("server_ip","[world.internet_address]:[world.port]")
 	if(report)
 		spawn (rand(waittime_l, waittime_h))
 			send_intercept(0)
 	generate_station_goals()
-	start_state = new /datum/station_state()
-	start_state.count(1)
+	GLOB.start_state = new /datum/station_state()
+	GLOB.start_state.count(1)
 	return 1
 
 
@@ -107,10 +107,10 @@
 /datum/game_mode/proc/convert_roundtype()
 	var/list/living_crew = list()
 
-	for(var/mob/Player in mob_list)
+	for(var/mob/Player in GLOB.mob_list)
 		if(Player.mind && Player.stat != DEAD && !isnewplayer(Player) &&!isbrain(Player))
 			living_crew += Player
-	if(living_crew.len / joined_player_list.len <= config.midround_antag_life_check) //If a lot of the player base died, we start fresh
+	if(living_crew.len / GLOB.joined_player_list.len <= config.midround_antag_life_check) //If a lot of the player base died, we start fresh
 		message_admins("Convert_roundtype failed due to too many dead people. Limit is [config.midround_antag_life_check * 100]% living crew")
 		return null
 
@@ -159,7 +159,7 @@
 	message_admins("The roundtype will be converted. If you have other plans for the station or feel the station is too messed up to inhabit <A HREF='?_src_=holder;toggle_midround_antag=\ref[usr]'>stop the creation of antags</A> or <A HREF='?_src_=holder;end_round=\ref[usr]'>end the round now</A>.")
 
 	spawn(rand(600,1800)) //somewhere between 1 and 3 minutes from now
-		if(!config.midround_antag[ticker.mode.config_tag])
+		if(!config.midround_antag[SSticker.mode.config_tag])
 			round_converted = 0
 			return 1
 		for(var/mob/living/carbon/human/H in antag_candidates)
@@ -169,12 +169,12 @@
 	return 1
 
 
-///Called by the gameticker
+///Called by the gameSSticker
 /datum/game_mode/process()
 	return 0
 
 
-/datum/game_mode/proc/check_finished() //to be called by ticker
+/datum/game_mode/proc/check_finished() //to be called by SSticker
 	if(replacementmode && round_converted == 2)
 		return replacementmode.check_finished()
 	if(SSshuttle.emergency && (SSshuttle.emergency.mode == SHUTTLE_ENDGAME))
@@ -183,7 +183,7 @@
 		return TRUE
 	if(!round_converted && (!config.continuous[config_tag] || (config.continuous[config_tag] && config.midround_antag[config_tag]))) //Non-continuous or continous with replacement antags
 		if(!continuous_sanity_checked) //make sure we have antags to be checking in the first place
-			for(var/mob/Player in mob_list)
+			for(var/mob/Player in GLOB.mob_list)
 				if(Player.mind)
 					if(Player.mind.special_role)
 						continuous_sanity_checked = 1
@@ -199,7 +199,7 @@
 		if(living_antag_player && living_antag_player.mind && isliving(living_antag_player) && living_antag_player.stat != DEAD && !isnewplayer(living_antag_player) &&!isbrain(living_antag_player))
 			return 0 //A resource saver: once we find someone who has to die for all antags to be dead, we can just keep checking them, cycling over everyone only when we lose our mark.
 
-		for(var/mob/Player in living_mob_list)
+		for(var/mob/Player in GLOB.living_mob_list)
 			if(Player.mind && Player.stat != DEAD && !isnewplayer(Player) &&!isbrain(Player))
 				if(Player.mind.special_role) //Someone's still antaging!
 					living_antag_player = Player
@@ -228,7 +228,7 @@
 	var/escaped_humans = 0
 	var/escaped_total = 0
 
-	for(var/mob/M in player_list)
+	for(var/mob/M in GLOB.player_list)
 		if(M.client)
 			clients++
 			if(ishuman(M))
@@ -291,7 +291,7 @@
 
 	print_command_report(intercepttext, "Central Command Status Summary", announce=FALSE)
 	priority_announce("A summary has been copied and printed to all communications consoles.", "Enemy communication intercepted. Security level elevated.", 'sound/AI/intercept.ogg')
-	if(security_level < SEC_LEVEL_BLUE)
+	if(GLOB.security_level < SEC_LEVEL_BLUE)
 		set_security_level(SEC_LEVEL_BLUE)
 
 
@@ -302,7 +302,7 @@
 	var/datum/mind/applicant = null
 
 	// Ultimate randomizing code right here
-	for(var/mob/dead/new_player/player in player_list)
+	for(var/mob/dead/new_player/player in GLOB.player_list)
 		if(player.client && player.ready)
 			players += player
 
@@ -385,7 +385,7 @@
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/num_players()
 	. = 0
-	for(var/mob/dead/new_player/P in player_list)
+	for(var/mob/dead/new_player/P in GLOB.player_list)
 		if(P.client && P.ready)
 			. ++
 
@@ -394,8 +394,8 @@
 ///////////////////////////////////
 /datum/game_mode/proc/get_living_heads()
 	. = list()
-	for(var/mob/living/carbon/human/player in mob_list)
-		if(player.stat != DEAD && player.mind && (player.mind.assigned_role in command_positions))
+	for(var/mob/living/carbon/human/player in GLOB.mob_list)
+		if(player.stat != DEAD && player.mind && (player.mind.assigned_role in GLOB.command_positions))
 			. |= player.mind
 
 
@@ -404,8 +404,8 @@
 ////////////////////////////
 /datum/game_mode/proc/get_all_heads()
 	. = list()
-	for(var/mob/player in mob_list)
-		if(player.mind && (player.mind.assigned_role in command_positions))
+	for(var/mob/player in GLOB.mob_list)
+		if(player.mind && (player.mind.assigned_role in GLOB.command_positions))
 			. |= player.mind
 
 //////////////////////////////////////////////
@@ -413,8 +413,8 @@
 //////////////////////////////////////////////
 /datum/game_mode/proc/get_living_sec()
 	. = list()
-	for(var/mob/living/carbon/human/player in mob_list)
-		if(player.stat != DEAD && player.mind && (player.mind.assigned_role in security_positions))
+	for(var/mob/living/carbon/human/player in GLOB.mob_list)
+		if(player.stat != DEAD && player.mind && (player.mind.assigned_role in GLOB.security_positions))
 			. |= player.mind
 
 ////////////////////////////////////////
@@ -422,8 +422,8 @@
 ////////////////////////////////////////
 /datum/game_mode/proc/get_all_sec()
 	. = list()
-	for(var/mob/living/carbon/human/player in mob_list)
-		if(player.mind && (player.mind.assigned_role in security_positions))
+	for(var/mob/living/carbon/human/player in GLOB.mob_list)
+		if(player.mind && (player.mind.assigned_role in GLOB.security_positions))
 			. |= player.mind
 
 //////////////////////////
@@ -431,11 +431,11 @@
 //////////////////////////
 /proc/display_roundstart_logout_report()
 	var/msg = "<span class='boldnotice'>Roundstart logout report\n\n</span>"
-	for(var/mob/living/L in mob_list)
+	for(var/mob/living/L in GLOB.mob_list)
 
 		if(L.ckey)
 			var/found = 0
-			for(var/client/C in clients)
+			for(var/client/C in GLOB.clients)
 				if(C.ckey == L.ckey)
 					found = 1
 					break
@@ -459,7 +459,7 @@
 					continue //Dead
 
 			continue //Happy connected client
-		for(var/mob/dead/observer/D in mob_list)
+		for(var/mob/dead/observer/D in GLOB.mob_list)
 			if(D.mind && D.mind.current == L)
 				if(L.stat == DEAD)
 					if(L.suiciding)	//Suicider
@@ -477,7 +477,7 @@
 
 
 
-	for(var/mob/M in mob_list)
+	for(var/mob/M in GLOB.mob_list)
 		if(M.client && M.client.holder)
 			to_chat(M, msg)
 
@@ -537,9 +537,9 @@
 		M.key = theghost.key
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/remove_antag_for_borging(datum/mind/newborgie)
-	ticker.mode.remove_cultist(newborgie, 0, 0)
-	ticker.mode.remove_revolutionary(newborgie, 0)
-	ticker.mode.remove_gangster(newborgie, 0, remove_bosses=1)
+	SSticker.mode.remove_cultist(newborgie, 0, 0)
+	SSticker.mode.remove_revolutionary(newborgie, 0)
+	SSticker.mode.remove_gangster(newborgie, 0, remove_bosses=1)
 
 /datum/game_mode/proc/generate_station_goals()
 	var/list/possible = list()

code/game/gamemodes/gang/dominator.dm

@@ -22,7 +22,7 @@
 /obj/machinery/dominator/New()
 	..()
 	set_light(2)
-	poi_list |= src
+	GLOB.poi_list |= src
 	spark_system = new
 	spark_system.set_up(5, 1, src)
 	countdown = new(src)
@@ -54,12 +54,12 @@
 				warned = 1
 				var/area/domloc = get_area(loc)
 				gang.message_gangtools("Less than 3 minutes remains in hostile takeover. Defend your dominator at [domloc.map_name]!")
-				for(var/datum/gang/G in ticker.mode.gangs)
+				for(var/datum/gang/G in SSticker.mode.gangs)
 					if(G != gang)
 						G.message_gangtools("WARNING: [gang.name] Gang takeover imminent. Their dominator at [domloc.map_name] must be destroyed!",1,1)
 
 	if(!.)
-		STOP_PROCESSING(SSmachine, src)
+		STOP_PROCESSING(SSmachines, src)
 
 /obj/machinery/dominator/play_attack_sound(damage_amount, damage_type = BRUTE, damage_flag = 0)
 	switch(damage_type)
@@ -102,7 +102,7 @@
 		gang.is_dominating = FALSE
 
 		var/takeover_in_progress = 0
-		for(var/datum/gang/G in ticker.mode.gangs)
+		for(var/datum/gang/G in SSticker.mode.gangs)
 			if(G.is_dominating)
 				takeover_in_progress = 1
 				break
@@ -122,17 +122,17 @@
 	cut_overlays()
 	operating = 0
 	stat |= BROKEN
-	STOP_PROCESSING(SSmachine, src)
+	STOP_PROCESSING(SSmachines, src)
 
 /obj/machinery/dominator/Destroy()
 	if(!(stat & BROKEN))
 		set_broken()
-	poi_list.Remove(src)
+	GLOB.poi_list.Remove(src)
 	gang = null
 	qdel(spark_system)
 	qdel(countdown)
 	countdown = null
-	STOP_PROCESSING(SSmachine, src)
+	STOP_PROCESSING(SSmachines, src)
 	return ..()
 
 /obj/machinery/dominator/emp_act(severity)
@@ -146,7 +146,7 @@
 
 	var/datum/gang/tempgang
 
-	if(user.mind in ticker.mode.get_all_gangsters())
+	if(user.mind in SSticker.mode.get_all_gangsters())
 		tempgang = user.mind.gang_datum
 	else
 		examine(user)
@@ -161,7 +161,7 @@
 		return
 
 	var/time = round(determine_domination_time(tempgang)/60,0.1)
-	if(alert(user,"With [round((tempgang.territory.len/start_state.num_territories)*100, 1)]% station control, a takeover will require [time] minutes.\nYour gang will be unable to gain influence while it is active.\nThe entire station will likely be alerted to it once it starts.\nYou have [tempgang.dom_attempts] attempt(s) remaining. Are you ready?","Confirm","Ready","Later") == "Ready")
+	if(alert(user,"With [round((tempgang.territory.len/GLOB.start_state.num_territories)*100, 1)]% station control, a takeover will require [time] minutes.\nYour gang will be unable to gain influence while it is active.\nThe entire station will likely be alerted to it once it starts.\nYou have [tempgang.dom_attempts] attempt(s) remaining. Are you ready?","Confirm","Ready","Later") == "Ready")
 		if((tempgang.is_dominating) || !tempgang.dom_attempts || !in_range(src, user) || !isturf(loc))
 			return 0
 
@@ -181,9 +181,9 @@
 		countdown.start()
 
 		set_light(3)
-		START_PROCESSING(SSmachine, src)
+		START_PROCESSING(SSmachines, src)
 
 		gang.message_gangtools("Hostile takeover in progress: Estimated [time] minutes until victory.[gang.dom_attempts ? "" : " This is your final attempt."]")
-		for(var/datum/gang/G in ticker.mode.gangs)
+		for(var/datum/gang/G in SSticker.mode.gangs)
 			if(G != gang)
 				G.message_gangtools("Enemy takeover attempt detected in [locname]: Estimated [time] minutes until our defeat.",1,1)

code/game/gamemodes/gang/gang.dm

@@ -1,8 +1,8 @@
 //gang.dm
 //Gang War Game Mode
 
-var/list/gang_name_pool = list("Clandestine", "Prima", "Zero-G", "Max", "Blasto", "Waffle", "North", "Omni", "Newton", "Cyber", "Donk", "Gene", "Gib", "Tunnel", "Diablo", "Psyke", "Osiron", "Sirius", "Sleeping Carp")
-var/list/gang_colors_pool = list("red","orange","yellow","green","blue","purple")
+GLOBAL_LIST_INIT(gang_name_pool, list("Clandestine", "Prima", "Zero-G", "Max", "Blasto", "Waffle", "North", "Omni", "Newton", "Cyber", "Donk", "Gene", "Gib", "Tunnel", "Diablo", "Psyke", "Osiron", "Sirius", "Sleeping Carp"))
+GLOBAL_LIST_INIT(gang_colors_pool, list("red","orange","yellow","green","blue","purple"))
 
 /datum/game_mode
 	var/list/datum/gang/gangs = list()
@@ -248,7 +248,7 @@ var/list/gang_colors_pool = list("red","orange","yellow","green","blue","purple"
 	return gang_bosses
 
 /proc/determine_domination_time(var/datum/gang/G)
-	return max(180,900 - (round((G.territory.len/start_state.num_territories)*100, 1) * 12))
+	return max(180,900 - (round((G.territory.len/GLOB.start_state.num_territories)*100, 1) * 12))
 
 //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////
 //Announces the end of the game with all relavent information stated//
@@ -261,15 +261,15 @@ var/list/gang_colors_pool = list("red","orange","yellow","green","blue","purple"
 		to_chat(world, "<span class='redtext'>The station was [station_was_nuked ? "destroyed!" : "evacuated before a gang could claim it! The station wins!"]</span><br>")
 		feedback_set_details("round_end_result","loss - gangs failed takeover")
 
-		ticker.news_report = GANG_LOSS
+		SSticker.news_report = GANG_LOSS
 	else
 		to_chat(world, "<span class='redtext'>The [winner.name] Gang successfully performed a hostile takeover of the station!</span><br>")
 		feedback_set_details("round_end_result","win - gang domination complete")
 
-		ticker.news_report = GANG_TAKEOVER
+		SSticker.news_report = GANG_TAKEOVER
 
 	for(var/datum/gang/G in gangs)
-		var/text = "<b>The [G.name] Gang was [winner==G ? "<span class='greenannounce'>victorious</span>" : "<span class='boldannounce'>defeated</span>"] with [round((G.territory.len/start_state.num_territories)*100, 1)]% control of the station!</b>"
+		var/text = "<b>The [G.name] Gang was [winner==G ? "<span class='greenannounce'>victorious</span>" : "<span class='boldannounce'>defeated</span>"] with [round((G.territory.len/GLOB.start_state.num_territories)*100, 1)]% control of the station!</b>"
 		text += "<br>The [G.name] Gang Bosses were:"
 		for(var/datum/mind/boss in G.bosses)
 			text += printplayer(boss, 1)
@@ -294,7 +294,7 @@ var/list/gang_colors_pool = list("red","orange","yellow","green","blue","purple"
 /datum/gang_points/process(seconds)
 	var/list/winners = list() //stores the winners if there are any
 
-	for(var/datum/gang/G in ticker.mode.gangs)
+	for(var/datum/gang/G in SSticker.mode.gangs)
 		if(world.time > next_point_time)
 			G.income()
 
@@ -311,7 +311,7 @@ var/list/gang_colors_pool = list("red","orange","yellow","green","blue","purple"
 				G.domination(0.5)
 			priority_announce("Multiple station takeover attempts have made simultaneously. Conflicting takeover attempts appears to have restarted.","Network Alert")
 		else
-			ticker.mode.explosion_in_progress = 1
-			ticker.station_explosion_cinematic(1)
-			ticker.mode.explosion_in_progress = 0
-			ticker.force_ending = pick(winners)
+			SSticker.mode.explosion_in_progress = 1
+			SSticker.station_explosion_cinematic(1)
+			SSticker.mode.explosion_in_progress = 0
+			SSticker.force_ending = pick(winners)

code/game/gamemodes/gang/gang_datum.dm

@@ -42,13 +42,13 @@
 	)
 
 /datum/gang/New(loc,gangname)
-	if(!gang_colors_pool.len)
+	if(!GLOB.gang_colors_pool.len)
 		message_admins("WARNING: Maximum number of gangs have been exceeded!")
 		throw EXCEPTION("Maximum number of gangs has been exceeded")
 		return
 	else
-		color = pick(gang_colors_pool)
-		gang_colors_pool -= color
+		color = pick(GLOB.gang_colors_pool)
+		GLOB.gang_colors_pool -= color
 		switch(color)
 			if("red")
 				color_hex = "#DA0000"
@@ -63,8 +63,8 @@
 			if("purple")
 				color_hex = "#DA00FF"
 
-	name = (gangname ? gangname : pick(gang_name_pool))
-	gang_name_pool -= name
+	name = (gangname ? gangname : pick(GLOB.gang_name_pool))
+	GLOB.gang_name_pool -= name
 
 	ganghud = new()
 	ganghud.color = color_hex
@@ -85,11 +85,11 @@
 
 /datum/gang/proc/add_gang_hud(datum/mind/recruit_mind)
 	ganghud.join_hud(recruit_mind.current)
-	ticker.mode.set_antag_hud(recruit_mind.current, ((recruit_mind in bosses) ? "gang_boss" : "gangster"))
+	SSticker.mode.set_antag_hud(recruit_mind.current, ((recruit_mind in bosses) ? "gang_boss" : "gangster"))
 
 /datum/gang/proc/remove_gang_hud(datum/mind/defector_mind)
 	ganghud.leave_hud(defector_mind.current)
-	ticker.mode.set_antag_hud(defector_mind.current, null)
+	SSticker.mode.set_antag_hud(defector_mind.current, null)
 
 /datum/gang/proc/domination(modifier=1)
 	set_domination_time(determine_domination_time(src) * modifier)
@@ -113,7 +113,7 @@
 		return 0
 
 	var/gang_style_list = list("Gang Colors","Black Suits","White Suits","Leather Jackets","Leather Overcoats","Puffer Jackets","Military Jackets","Tactical Turtlenecks","Soviet Uniforms")
-	if(!style && (user.mind in ticker.mode.get_gang_bosses()))	//Only the boss gets to pick a style
+	if(!style && (user.mind in SSticker.mode.get_gang_bosses()))	//Only the boss gets to pick a style
 		style = input("Pick an outfit style.", "Pick Style") as null|anything in gang_style_list
 
 	if(gangtool.can_use(user) && (gangtool.outfits >= 1))
@@ -240,7 +240,7 @@
 	territory_new = list()
 	territory_lost = list()
 
-	var/control = round((territory.len/start_state.num_territories)*100, 1)
+	var/control = round((territory.len/GLOB.start_state.num_territories)*100, 1)
 	message += "Your gang now has <b>[control]% control</b> of the station.<BR>*---------*"
 	message_gangtools(message)
 

code/game/gamemodes/gang/gang_pen.dm

@@ -15,7 +15,7 @@
 	if(!istype(M))
 		return
 	if(ishuman(M) && ishuman(user) && M.stat != DEAD)
-		if(user.mind && (user.mind in ticker.mode.get_gang_bosses()))
+		if(user.mind && (user.mind in SSticker.mode.get_gang_bosses()))
 			if(..(M,user,1))
 				if(cooldown)
 					to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>[src] needs more time to recharge before it can be used.</span>")
@@ -23,7 +23,7 @@
 				if(M.client)
 					M.mind_initialize()		//give them a mind datum if they don't have one.
 					var/datum/gang/G = user.mind.gang_datum
-					var/recruitable = ticker.mode.add_gangster(M.mind,G)
+					var/recruitable = SSticker.mode.add_gangster(M.mind,G)
 					switch(recruitable)
 						if(2)
 							M.Paralyse(5)

code/game/gamemodes/gang/recaller.dm

@@ -16,9 +16,10 @@
 	var/free_pen = 0
 	var/promotable = 0
 
-/obj/item/device/gangtool/New() //Initialize supply point income if it hasn't already been started
-	if(!ticker.mode.gang_points)
-		ticker.mode.gang_points = new /datum/gang_points(ticker.mode)
+/obj/item/device/gangtool/Initialize() //Initialize supply point income if it hasn't already been started
+	..()
+	if(!SSticker.mode.gang_points)
+		SSticker.mode.gang_points = new /datum/gang_points(SSticker.mode)
 
 /obj/item/device/gangtool/attack_self(mob/user)
 	if (!can_use(user))
@@ -27,7 +28,7 @@
 	var/dat
 	if(!gang)
 		dat += "This device is not registered.<br><br>"
-		if(user.mind in ticker.mode.get_gang_bosses())
+		if(user.mind in SSticker.mode.get_gang_bosses())
 			if(promotable && user.mind.gang_datum.bosses.len < 3)
 				dat += "Give this device to another member of your organization to use to promote them to Lieutenant.<br><br>"
 				dat += "If this is meant as a spare device for yourself:<br>"
@@ -46,9 +47,9 @@
 
 		var/isboss = (user.mind == gang.bosses[1])
 		dat += "Registration: <B>[gang.name] Gang [isboss ? "Boss" : "Lieutenant"]</B><br>"
-		dat += "Organization Size: <B>[gang.gangsters.len + gang.bosses.len]</B> | Station Control: <B>[round((gang.territory.len/start_state.num_territories)*100, 1)]%</B><br>"
+		dat += "Organization Size: <B>[gang.gangsters.len + gang.bosses.len]</B> | Station Control: <B>[round((gang.territory.len/GLOB.start_state.num_territories)*100, 1)]%</B><br>"
 		dat += "Gang Influence: <B>[gang.points]</B><br>"
-		dat += "Time until Influence grows: <B>[(gang.points >= 999) ? ("--:--") : (time2text(ticker.mode.gang_points.next_point_time - world.time, "mm:ss"))]</B><br>"
+		dat += "Time until Influence grows: <B>[(gang.points >= 999) ? ("--:--") : (time2text(SSticker.mode.gang_points.next_point_time - world.time, "mm:ss"))]</B><br>"
 		dat += "<hr>"
 
 
@@ -130,7 +131,7 @@
 		for(var/datum/mind/ganger in members)
 			if(ganger.current && (ganger.current.z <= 2) && (ganger.current.stat == CONSCIOUS))
 				to_chat(ganger.current, ping)
-		for(var/mob/M in dead_mob_list)
+		for(var/mob/M in GLOB.dead_mob_list)
 			var/link = FOLLOW_LINK(M, user)
 			to_chat(M, "[link] [ping]")
 		log_game("[key_name(user)] Messaged [gang.name] Gang: [message].")
@@ -139,12 +140,12 @@
 /obj/item/device/gangtool/proc/register_device(mob/user)
 	if(gang)	//It's already been registered!
 		return
-	if((promotable && (user.mind in ticker.mode.get_gangsters())) || (user.mind in ticker.mode.get_gang_bosses()))
+	if((promotable && (user.mind in SSticker.mode.get_gangsters())) || (user.mind in SSticker.mode.get_gang_bosses()))
 		gang = user.mind.gang_datum
 		gang.gangtools += src
 		icon_state = "gangtool-[gang.color]"
 		if(!(user.mind in gang.bosses))
-			ticker.mode.remove_gangster(user.mind, 0, 2)
+			SSticker.mode.remove_gangster(user.mind, 0, 2)
 			gang.bosses += user.mind
 			user.mind.gang_datum = gang
 			user.mind.special_role = "[gang.name] Gang Lieutenant"
@@ -153,8 +154,8 @@
 			free_pen = 1
 			gang.message_gangtools("[user] has been promoted to Lieutenant.")
 			to_chat(user, "<FONT size=3 color=red><B>You have been promoted to Lieutenant!</B></FONT>")
-			ticker.mode.forge_gang_objectives(user.mind)
-			ticker.mode.greet_gang(user.mind,0)
+			SSticker.mode.forge_gang_objectives(user.mind)
+			SSticker.mode.greet_gang(user.mind,0)
 			to_chat(user, "The <b>Gangtool</b> you registered will allow you to purchase weapons and equipment, and send messages to your gang.")
 			to_chat(user, "Unlike regular gangsters, you may use <b>recruitment pens</b> to add recruits to your gang. Use them on unsuspecting crew members to recruit them. Don't forget to get your one free pen from the gangtool.")
 	else
@@ -194,7 +195,7 @@
 		return 0
 	var/datum/station_state/end_state = new /datum/station_state()
 	end_state.count()
-	if((100 *  start_state.score(end_state)) < 80) //Shuttle cannot be recalled if the station is too damaged
+	if((100 * GLOB.start_state.score(end_state)) < 80) //Shuttle cannot be recalled if the station is too damaged
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>\icon[src]Error: Station communication systems compromised. Unable to establish connection.</span>")
 		recalling = 0
 		return 0
@@ -227,7 +228,7 @@
 		if(user.mind in gang.bosses)
 			return 1
 	else	//If it's not registered, any gangster can use this to register
-		if(user.mind in ticker.mode.get_all_gangsters())
+		if(user.mind in SSticker.mode.get_all_gangsters())
 			return 1
 
 	return 0

code/game/gamemodes/intercept_report.dm

@@ -51,7 +51,7 @@
 			text += "Although more specific threats are commonplace, you should always remain vigilant for Syndicate agents aboard your station. Syndicate communications have implied that many \
 			Nanotrasen employees are Syndicate agents with hidden memories that may be activated at a moment's notice, so it's possible that these agents might not even know their positions."
 		if("wizard")
-			text += "A dangerous Wizards' Federation individual by the name of [pick(wizard_first)] [pick(wizard_second)] has recently escaped confinement from an unlisted prison facility. This \
+			text += "A dangerous Wizards' Federation individual by the name of [pick(GLOB.wizard_first)] [pick(GLOB.wizard_second)] has recently escaped confinement from an unlisted prison facility. This \
 			man is a dangerous mutant with the ability to alter himself and the world around him by what he and his leaders believe to be magic. If this man attempts an attack on your station, \
 			his execution is highly encouraged, as is the preservation of his body for later study."
 	return text