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1. "Borderlands" is a first-person shooter video game set on a less-than-hospitable alien planet. What is the name of the planet?
2. A common type of creature in the game is a four-legged beast with an upper jaw that splits its face open, which is the creature's weakest point in an otherwise armored body. One gets run over by a bus in the introduction, but don't worry - there are plenty more where that one came from. What are these creatures called?
3. According to Gearbox, the developer of "Borderlands", the random weapon system means that there are over 17,750,000 possible weapons in the game. Which are the alien energy weapons that do not use ammunition, but instead rely on a recharging energy source?
4. The "autosave" feature of the game is accomplished by these devices, which sample and store your character's DNA in case of "accidental death or dismemberment." Fortunately when you are restored you respawn with all of your equipment and most of your wealth. What are these devices called?
5. Characters are limited in the number of items they can carry. Fortunately Backpack SDUs (Storage Deck Upgrades) are available by completing what type of missions?
6. There are many places to visit in "Borderlands", most of which are arid wastelands. In fact, the first area of the game is named "The Arid Badlands". There are a few locations with water, however. Which of the following places does NOT have water?
7. One of the settlements the players eventually visit is New Haven. What happened to Old Haven?
8. There are several vehicles that players can use in "Borderlands", but "The Secret Armory of General Knoxx" add-on introduced the only vehicle in the game that can be used by four players at once. What is the name of this four-person vehicle?
9. The object of "Borderlands" is to find the legendary "Vault" thought to hold a treasure trove of alien technology. The players eventually find the Vault, but what is inside?
10. After finishing the storyline of "The Secret Armory of General Knoxx" add-on, the mission "You. Will. Die." becomes available for players to fight a "secret final boss." What is the name of this final challenge?
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