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--- mgs2_faq [2022/03/18 14:54] – [Speedrun Mechanics] Ames RNG pic by bman PlatonicGuy
+++ mgs2_faq [2024/03/16 10:26] (current) – [Troubleshooting] Added Q&A about optimal V's fix version. Lucky Rapidflower
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 **Q: How long does Pentazemin last?**
 **A:** 30 seconds. If you take multiple, the duration will stack upon itself. For example, 3 pills will last 90 seconds.
+**Q: Does the Pentazemin effect carry over into other runs?**
+**A:** Yes, but only if you take a game over and click Exit after using it. A continue at any point before or during the run will reset the effect.
+  - Load a Very Easy savefile at the sniping section on the Oil Fence.
+  - Take a few hundred pentazemins. Go into first person view to have it respawn.
+  - Get a Game Over and click Exit.
+  - Begin the run.
 =====Rank Mechanics=====
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 =====Speedrun Mechanics=====
+**Q: What is the difference single and multi-segment speedruns?** \\
+**A:** A single-segment speedrun means **NO** saves are allowed to be made or loaded **DURING** (this excludes loading the initial NG+/NG++ saves or making a save after score screen has been shown) the run. A multi-segment speedrun allows as many saves to be created during the run and is usually done in more than one sitting.
+**Q: Which is faster: single or multi-segment speedruns?** \\
+**A:** Multi-Segment. Saving and reloading the save at certain parts of the game can skip portions of codec calls. On PlayStation 3, you can use saves to maximize the timesave from loading trick.
+**Q: What Rose calls can be skipped during a multi-segment speedrun?**
+**A:**
+<html>
+<ul>
+  <li><span style="color:Red">+1.50</span> seconds during the first visit to Strut A Roof. This skips Rose's call in Strut B Transformer Room after meeting Pliskin.
+  <li><span style="color:Red">+2.00</span> seconds anytime after meeting the Ninja on Strut E Roof and before entering the Shell 1 Core.
+  <li><span style="color:Lime">-1.00</span> seconds directly after the Harrier fight.
+  <li><span style="color:Lime">-3.30</span> seconds when calling Rose directly after Olga punches Raiden in Arsenal Gear Stomach.
+</ul>
+<b>OVERALL:</b> <span style="color:Lime">-0.8</span> seconds.
+</html>
+Note: The "Do you remember what day it is" codec midway through Bomb Disposal segment needs be tested too.
 **Q: Why do some runners play the Japanese version?** \\
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 **A:** [[https://github.com/VFansss/mgs2-v-s-fix | V's Fix]] made by VFansss.
+**Q: Which version of V's fix should I use?** \\
+**A:** If you prefer tighter movement (like most runners) consider v1.7.2. Otherwise, favour newer versions.
 **Q: How can I fix the deadzones on PC?** \\