feat: yaml conversation trees more robust

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diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/ancient_construct.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/ancient_construct.yaml
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+name: ancient construct
+description: "An impossibly old machine from before the regression, still operational. Its design is alien even by modern standards, covered in glowing runes that predate recorded history."
+attack: 58
+strength: 62
+defense: 66
+hp: 152
+speed: 4
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 150
+attack_type: slash
+attack_bonus: 55
+strength_bonus: 55
+stab_defense: 95
+slash_defense: 100
+crush_defense: 85
+science_defense: -40
+ranged_defense: 70
+weakness: chaos
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "etches glowing symbols into the air"
+  - "reconfigures its form with clicking sounds"
+  - "projects a holographic star map"
+  - "emits a resonant chime that shakes the walls"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "slices at %s with a blade of pure light"
+  - "unleashes a cascade of ancient energy at %s"
+  - "teleports behind %s and strikes"
+size: massive
+drops:
+  remains: scrap
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 40
+      quantity: 10000
+    - item_id: bloodjunk
+      weight: 20
+      quantity: 8
+    - item_id: deathjunk
+      weight: 15
+      quantity: 8
+    - table: gem_table
+      weight: 10
+    - item_id: uncut_diamond
+      weight: 5
+      quantity: 3
+    - table: herb_table_high
+      weight: 10
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/bandit.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/bandit.yaml
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+name: bandit
+description: "A scrappy outlaw with a cybernetic arm and patched armor. He eyes you with predatory intent."
+attack: 10
+strength: 12
+defense: 12
+hp: 28
+speed: 5
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 30
+attack_type: slash
+attack_bonus: 5
+strength_bonus: 5
+stab_defense: 10
+slash_defense: 15
+crush_defense: 8
+science_defense: -5
+ranged_defense: 12
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "scans the horizon for targets"
+  - "wipes a blade on his sleeve"
+  - "spits on the ground"
+  - "adjusts a cybernetic knuckle"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "slashes at %s with a serrated blade"
+  - "delivers a crushing punch with a cybernetic fist"
+  - "lunges at %s with a battle cry"
+size: medium
+drops:
+  remains: bones
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 70
+      quantity: 30
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 20
+      quantity: 80
+    - table: herb_table_low
+      weight: 10
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/bioengineer.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/bioengineer.yaml
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+name: Bioengineer
+description: "A lab-coated scientist carrying a satchel of genetically modified seeds. Her pockets are stuffed with rare specimens."
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "jabs a syringe at %s"
+  - "is being overpowered by %s"
+  - "fights desperately against %s"
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "scribbles notes on a clipboard"
+  - "carefully inspects a vial of green liquid"
+  - "adjusts her safety goggles"
+  - "mutters about gene splicing yields"
+attack: 6
+strength: 4
+defense: 5
+hp: 25
+speed: 5
+aggressive: false
+respawn_ticks: 50
+attack_type: crush
+stab_defense: 0
+slash_defense: 0
+crush_defense: 0
+science_defense: 0
+ranged_defense: 0
+steal_table: bioengineer_steal
+steal_level: 38
+steal_xp: 45
+steal_speed: 4
+size: small
+drops:
+  remains: "bones"
+  loot:
+    - item_id: "sweetcorn_seed"
+      weight: 30
+      quantity: 2
+    - item_id: "strawberry_seed"
+      weight: 25
+      quantity: 1
+    - item_id: "watermelon_seed"
+      weight: 15
+      quantity: 1
+    - item_id: "ranarr_seed"
+      weight: 5
+      quantity: 1
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diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/client.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/client.yaml
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+aggressive: false
+attack: 1
+defense: 1
+description: A shadowy figure in a dark coat. They speak in clipped, measured tones and seem to know everything about every creature in the sector.
+hp: 100
+idle_descriptions:
+    - reviews a holographic dossier
+    - marks a location on a worn star chart
+    - flips a credit chit between their fingers
+    - mutters coordinates under their breath
+    - glances at you appraisingly
+    - taps a data pad with a stylus
+name: The Client
+protected: true
+respawn_ticks: 30
+speed: 5
+strength: 1
+talk:
+    nodes:
+        assign_task:
+            action:
+                assign_task: true
+            message: '"Let me check what''s available..." The Client scrolls through their data pad.'
+            options:
+                - text: '"Understood."'
+                - goto: start
+                  text: '"What else do you have?"'
+        buy_acid:
+            action:
+                cost: 10
+                give_item: acid_vial
+            message: '"Handle with care." The Client passes you a vial of corrosive acid.'
+            options:
+                - condition:
+                    min_credits: 10
+                  goto: buy_acid
+                  text: '"Buy more."'
+                - goto: supplies
+                  text: '"Thanks."'
+        buy_auto_acid:
+            action:
+                reputation_cost: 200
+                set_player_flags:
+                    assassin_unlocked_auto_acid_vial: true
+            message: '"Auto-acid purchased. Acid vials will no longer be consumed."'
+            options:
+                - goto: rep_shop
+                  text: '"Thanks."'
+        buy_auto_salt:
+            action:
+                reputation_cost: 200
+                set_player_flags:
+                    assassin_unlocked_auto_salt: true
+            message: '"Auto-salt purchased. You''ll no longer consume salt on finishing blows."'
+            options:
+                - goto: rep_shop
+                  text: '"Thanks."'
+        buy_extend_unlock:
+            action:
+                reputation_cost: 100
+                set_player_flags:
+                    assassin_unlocked_extend: true
+            message: '"You can now extend tasks via our conversation."'
+            options:
+                - goto: rep_shop
+                  text: '"Thanks."'
+        buy_gloves:
+            action:
+                cost: 50
+                give_item: insulated_gloves
+            message: '"These''ll keep the current from frying your hands." The Client tosses you a pair of thick rubber gloves.'
+            options:
+                - goto: supplies
+                  text: '"Thanks."'
+        buy_salt:
+            action:
+                cost: 5
+                give_item: salt
+            message: '"Here you go." The Client slides a packet of salt across the table.'
+            options:
+                - condition:
+                    min_credits: 5
+                  goto: buy_salt
+                  text: '"Buy more."'
+                - goto: supplies
+                  text: '"Thanks."'
+        buy_superiors:
+            action:
+                reputation_cost: 300
+                set_player_flags:
+                    assassin_unlocked_superiors: true
+            message: '"Superior encounters unlocked. Watch yourself out there."'
+            options:
+                - goto: rep_shop
+                  text: '"Thanks."'
+        buy_visor:
+            action:
+                cost: 75
+                give_item: spectral_visor
+            message: '"Spectral frequency filter. Makes the invisible visible — and keeps their attacks from scrambling your brain."'
+            options:
+                - goto: supplies
+                  text: '"Thanks."'
+        current_task:
+            message: '"Let me check your file." The Client pulls up your record.'
+            options:
+                - text: '"Okay."'
+        extend_confirm:
+            message: '"Extending your task costs 30 Reputation and adds more kills. Want to proceed?"'
+            options:
+                - goto: extend_done
+                  text: '"Yes, extend it."'
+                - goto: start
+                  text: '"Never mind."'
+        extend_done:
+            action:
+                extend_task: true
+            message: '"Done. I''ve added more targets to your contract."'
+            options:
+                - text: '"Thanks."'
+        rep_shop:
+            message: '"Here''s what I''ve got. All purchases are permanent."'
+            options:
+                - condition:
+                    not: true
+                    player_flag: assassin_unlocked_auto_salt
+                  goto: buy_auto_salt
+                  text: '"Auto-finish: Salt (200 Rep) - Never consume salt on finishing blows."'
+                - condition:
+                    not: true
+                    player_flag: assassin_unlocked_auto_acid_vial
+                  goto: buy_auto_acid
+                  text: '"Auto-finish: Acid Vial (200 Rep) - Never consume acid vials on finishing blows."'
+                - condition:
+                    not: true
+                    player_flag: assassin_unlocked_superiors
+                  goto: buy_superiors
+                  text: '"Unlock Superior Mobs (300 Rep) - Rare superior variants may spawn."'
+                - condition:
+                    not: true
+                    player_flag: assassin_unlocked_extend
+                  goto: buy_extend_unlock
+                  text: '"Unlock Extended Tasks (100 Rep) - Allows extending tasks."'
+                - goto: start
+                  text: '"Back."'
+        skip_confirm:
+            message: '"Skipping a task costs 30 Reputation and resets your streak. Are you sure?"'
+            options:
+                - goto: skip_done
+                  text: '"Yes, skip it."'
+                - goto: start
+                  text: '"Never mind."'
+        skip_done:
+            action:
+                skip_task: true
+            message: '"Task cancelled. Your streak has been reset."'
+            options:
+                - goto: assign_task
+                  text: '"Give me a new one."'
+                - text: '"Goodbye."'
+        start:
+            message: The Client looks up from their data pad. "What do you need?"
+            options:
+                - condition:
+                    not: true
+                    player_flag: assassin_task_mob
+                  goto: assign_task
+                  text: '"I need a job."'
+                - condition:
+                    not: false
+                    player_flag: assassin_task_mob
+                  goto: current_task
+                  text: '"What''s my current task?"'
+                - condition:
+                    not: false
+                    player_flag: assassin_task_mob
+                  goto: skip_confirm
+                  text: '"I want to skip my task."'
+                - condition:
+                    all_of:
+                        - not: false
+                          player_flag: assassin_task_mob
+                        - player_flag: assassin_unlocked_extend
+                          value: true
+                  goto: extend_confirm
+                  text: '"I want to extend my task."'
+                - goto: rep_shop
+                  text: '"I''d like to browse the Reputation Shop."'
+                - goto: supplies
+                  text: '"I need supplies."'
+                - text: '"Goodbye."'
+        supplies:
+            message: '"I stock everything you need for the job. Cheap, too."'
+            options:
+                - condition:
+                    min_credits: 5
+                  goto: buy_salt
+                  text: '"Buy salt (5 credits each)."'
+                - condition:
+                    min_credits: 10
+                  goto: buy_acid
+                  text: '"Buy acid vial (10 credits each)."'
+                - condition:
+                    min_credits: 50
+                  goto: buy_gloves
+                  text: '"Buy insulated gloves (50 credits)."'
+                - condition:
+                    min_credits: 75
+                  goto: buy_visor
+                  text: '"Buy spectral visor (75 credits)."'
+                - goto: start
+                  text: '"Back."'
+unique: true
+size: small
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/corrupted_scientist.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/corrupted_scientist.yaml
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+name: corrupted scientist
+description: "A researcher whose mind was consumed by their own experiments. Energy crackles around their fingertips and their lab coat is singed and tattered."
+attack: 1
+strength: 1
+defense: 18
+hp: 40
+science: 50
+speed: 5
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 45
+attack_type: science
+attack_bonus: 0
+strength_bonus: 0
+stab_defense: 25
+slash_defense: 25
+crush_defense: 20
+science_defense: 35
+ranged_defense: -5
+weakness: eco
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "mutters incomprehensible formulas"
+  - "energy arcs between their fingers"
+  - "scribbles equations on the wall in soot"
+  - "stares at their own hands in horror"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "blasts %s with a burst of unstable energy"
+  - "unleashes a wave of chaotic force at %s"
+  - "channels raw power through their hands at %s"
+size: medium
+drops:
+  remains: bones
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 50
+      quantity: 150
+    - item_id: solarjunk
+      weight: 20
+      quantity: 2
+    - item_id: hydrojunk
+      weight: 15
+      quantity: 2
+    - table: herb_table_mid
+      weight: 15
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/cow.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/cow.yaml
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+name: cow
+description: "A placid dairy cow, chewing cud."
+attack: 1
+strength: 1
+defense: 1
+hp: 8
+speed: 5
+aggressive: false
+respawn_ticks: 30
+attack_type: crush
+stab_defense: 1
+slash_defense: 1
+crush_defense: 1
+science_defense: 0
+ranged_defense: 0
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "moos softly"
+  - "chews on some grass"
+  - "swishes its tail lazily"
+  - "stares at you with big brown eyes"
+size: large
+drops:
+  remains: bones
+  loot:
+    - item_id: cowhide
+      weight: 100
+    - item_id: raw_beef
+      weight: 100
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/crawler.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/crawler.yaml
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+name: crawler
+description: "A heavily armored bio-mechanical creature with a chitinous exoskeleton. Its regenerative biology prevents death unless dissolved with acid."
+assassin_level: 30
+finishing_blow: acid_vial
+attack: 25
+strength: 22
+defense: 30
+hp: 80
+speed: 5
+aggressive: false
+respawn_ticks: 45
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "scrapes its mandibles together menacingly"
+  - "clicks and chitters in an alien rhythm"
+  - "tests the air with feathered antennae"
+  - "coils its segmented body defensively"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "snaps its mandibles at %s"
+  - "lashes out with a barbed tail at %s"
+  - "charges headlong into %s"
+size: large
+drops:
+  remains: chitin_plate
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 70
+      quantity: 250
+    - item_id: acid_vial
+      weight: 10
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 20
+      quantity: 500
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/drone.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/drone.yaml
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+name: drone
+description: "A malfunctioning security drone crackling with electrical discharge. Its attacks are especially dangerous to anyone not wearing insulated gloves."
+assassin_level: 15
+damage_without: insulated_gloves
+attack: 15
+strength: 14
+defense: 12
+hp: 45
+speed: 4
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 35
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "hovers erratically, sparking"
+  - "emits a high-pitched whine"
+  - "scans the area with a flickering red beam"
+  - "rotates its weapon array with a mechanical click"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "fires an electrical bolt at %s"
+  - "charges its capacitors and zaps %s"
+  - "swoops down on %s with crackling energy"
+size: small
+drops:
+  remains: circuit_board
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 80
+      quantity: 75
+    - item_id: insulated_gloves
+      weight: 5
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 15
+      quantity: 200
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/elite_synth.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/elite_synth.yaml
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+name: elite synth
+description: "A sleek combat android with glowing blue optics and a compact energy weapon. Its chassis is polished alloy and its movements are disturbingly fluid."
+attack: 1
+strength: 1
+defense: 38
+hp: 104
+science: 65
+speed: 4
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 75
+attack_type: science
+attack_bonus: 0
+strength_bonus: 0
+stab_defense: 45
+slash_defense: 45
+crush_defense: 40
+science_defense: 55
+ranged_defense: -15
+weakness: chaos
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "calibrates targeting sensors with a soft chime"
+  - "projects a holographic tactical display"
+  - "emits a binary chirp"
+  - "reconfigures its weapon array silently"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "unleashes a coherent energy beam at %s"
+  - "fires a pulse of disruptor energy at %s"
+  - "overloads its emitters and blasts %s"
+size: medium
+drops:
+  remains: circuit_board
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 50
+      quantity: 1500
+    - item_id: biojunk
+      weight: 20
+      quantity: 3
+    - item_id: naturejunk
+      weight: 15
+      quantity: 3
+    - table: gem_table
+      weight: 15
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/enforcer_bot.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/enforcer_bot.yaml
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+name: enforcer bot
+description: "A heavy riot control automaton with impact shields and a shock baton. It moves with deliberate, crushing steps."
+attack: 30
+strength: 35
+defense: 32
+hp: 70
+speed: 5
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 55
+attack_type: crush
+attack_bonus: 25
+strength_bonus: 25
+stab_defense: 40
+slash_defense: 40
+crush_defense: 50
+science_defense: -15
+ranged_defense: 30
+weakness: solar
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "patrols the area with heavy footsteps"
+  - "deploys its riot shield with a hiss"
+  - "announces a warning in garbled speech"
+  - "tests its shock baton against a wall"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "smashes %s with a shock baton"
+  - "slams its riot shield into %s"
+  - "delivers a stunning blow to %s"
+size: large
+drops:
+  remains: scrap
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 60
+      quantity: 350
+    - item_id: scrap
+      weight: 20
+      quantity: 5
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 15
+      quantity: 800
+    - table: gem_table
+      weight: 5
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/estate_broker.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/estate_broker.yaml
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+color: "227"
+description: A sharply-dressed real estate agent with a datapad and a practiced smile.
+idle: The estate broker flashes a professional smile.
+name: estate broker
+protected: true
+talk:
+    nodes:
+        already_own:
+            message: Yes, you're already a proud homeowner here! Your house is waiting for you. Use the Estate Directory to enter it, or expand your workshop.
+            options:
+                - goto: start
+                  text: Good to know.
+        goodbye:
+            message: Come back when you're ready to invest in your future!
+        info:
+            message: Each house comes with an entrance hall and a workshop equipped with a workbench. You can use the workbench with a saw to turn logs into planks, or assemble planks into furniture. Furniture can be sold for a profit or displayed in your home. Future developments will allow adding more rooms to your house.
+            options:
+                - action:
+                    cost: 10
+                    set_player_flags:
+                        owns_house_local_neighborhood: local_neighborhood
+                  condition:
+                    not: true
+                    player_flag: owns_house_local_neighborhood
+                  goto: purchased
+                  text: Sounds great! I'll buy one.
+                - goto: goodbye
+                  text: Maybe later.
+        purchased:
+            message: Excellent! The plot is yours. You'll find your new home in the Local Neighborhood just north of here. Use the Estate Directory terminal to enter your house. The home comes with a workshop — perfect for construction projects.
+            options:
+                - goto: start
+                  text: Thanks!
+        start:
+            message: Welcome to the Local Neighborhood development! I'm selling premium housing plots for only 10 credits. Interested in buying a house?
+            options:
+                - action:
+                    cost: 10
+                    set_player_flags:
+                        owns_house_local_neighborhood: local_neighborhood
+                  condition:
+                    not: true
+                    player_flag: owns_house_local_neighborhood
+                  goto: purchased
+                  text: Yes, I'd like to buy a house.
+                - condition:
+                    player_flag: owns_house_local_neighborhood
+                  goto: already_own
+                  text: I already own a house here.
+                - goto: goodbye
+                  text: No thanks.
+                - goto: info
+                  text: What do I get with a house?
+unique: true
+size: small
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/farmer.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/farmer.yaml
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+name: Farmer
+description: "A weathered farmer in muddy overalls, pockets bulging with seeds."
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "swings a shovel at %s"
+  - "is getting beaten by %s"
+  - "grapples with %s"
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "examines a handful of seeds"
+  - "wipes dirt from his hands"
+  - "mutters about the growing season"
+  - "adjusts his wide-brimmed hat"
+attack: 3
+strength: 3
+defense: 3
+hp: 15
+speed: 5
+aggressive: false
+respawn_ticks: 40
+attack_type: crush
+stab_defense: 0
+slash_defense: 0
+crush_defense: 0
+science_defense: 0
+ranged_defense: 0
+steal_table: farmer_steal
+steal_level: 10
+steal_xp: 15
+steal_speed: 4
+size: small
+drops:
+  remains: "bones"
+  loot:
+    - item_id: "potato_seed"
+      weight: 40
+      quantity: 3
+    - item_id: "onion_seed"
+      weight: 30
+      quantity: 2
+    - item_id: "cabbage_seed"
+      weight: 20
+      quantity: 2
+    - item_id: "tomato_seed"
+      weight: 10
+      quantity: 1
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diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/feral_cyborg.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/feral_cyborg.yaml
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+name: feral cyborg
+description: "A heavily augmented human whose implants have driven them to madness. Razor-sharp blades extend from their forearms and their optical implant glows red."
+attack: 34
+strength: 36
+defense: 32
+hp: 82
+speed: 4
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 50
+attack_type: slash
+attack_bonus: 30
+strength_bonus: 28
+stab_defense: 35
+slash_defense: 45
+crush_defense: 30
+science_defense: -10
+ranged_defense: 35
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "paces back and forth, muttering"
+  - "retracts and extends forearm blades"
+  - "emits a distorted laugh"
+  - "scratches at their own cybernetics"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "slashes %s with forearm blades"
+  - "delivers a powered kick to %s"
+  - "grapples %s with augmented strength"
+size: medium
+drops:
+  remains: bones
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 60
+      quantity: 300
+    - item_id: scrap
+      weight: 25
+      quantity: 3
+    - table: herb_table_mid
+      weight: 15
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/general_store_clerk.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/general_store_clerk.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..8a07191
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/general_store_clerk.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,70 @@
+aggressive: false
+attack: 1
+attack_type: crush
+crush_defense: 0
+defense: 1
+description: A friendly merchant with a tidy apron, standing behind a well-stocked counter.
+hp: 50
+idle_descriptions:
+    - arranges items on the shelves
+    - polishes the counter
+    - counts credits in the register
+    - greets a passerby with a nod
+name: Shopkeeper
+protected: true
+ranged_defense: 0
+respawn_ticks: 30
+science_defense: 0
+slash_defense: 0
+speed: 5
+stab_defense: 0
+strength: 1
+talk:
+    nodes:
+        shop:
+            action:
+                shop:
+                    items:
+                        - buy_price: 10
+                          item_id: fishing_rod
+                          sell_price: 2
+                        - buy_price: 2
+                          item_id: fishing_bait
+                          sell_price: 0
+                        - buy_price: 10
+                          item_id: matches
+                          sell_price: 2
+                        - buy_price: 40
+                          item_id: firesteel
+                          sell_price: 10
+                        - buy_price: 30
+                          item_id: lighter
+                          sell_price: 7
+                        - buy_price: 20
+                          item_id: hammer
+                          sell_price: 5
+                        - buy_price: 10
+                          item_id: knife
+                          sell_price: 2
+                        - buy_price: 10
+                          item_id: chisel
+                          sell_price: 2
+                        - buy_price: 10
+                          item_id: bread
+                          sell_price: 2
+                        - buy_price: 20
+                          item_id: bowstring
+                          sell_price: 5
+                    message: What would you like to buy or sell?
+            message: '"Take your time. What can I get you?"'
+            options:
+                - goto: start
+                  text: '"I''m done."'
+        start:
+            message: '"Welcome to the General Store! Need any supplies?"'
+            options:
+                - goto: shop
+                  text: '"I''d like to browse."'
+                - text: '"Goodbye."'
+unique: true
+size: small
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/ghoul.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/ghoul.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..ae8fed6
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/ghoul.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,38 @@
+name: ghoul
+description: "A radiation-scarred crew member, barely recognizable as human. Its flesh glows faintly and its eyes are hollow sockets."
+attack: 22
+strength: 22
+defense: 20
+hp: 54
+speed: 4
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 35
+attack_type: crush
+attack_bonus: 15
+strength_bonus: 12
+stab_defense: 20
+slash_defense: 25
+crush_defense: 15
+science_defense: -5
+ranged_defense: 20
+weakness: hydro
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "shambles aimlessly and moans"
+  - "scratches at the walls leaving glowing marks"
+  - "stares blankly into the darkness"
+  - "emits a low, rattling groan"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "claws at %s with irradiated hands"
+  - "lunges at %s with a gurgling shriek"
+  - "bites %s with decaying teeth"
+size: medium
+drops:
+  remains: bones
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 60
+      quantity: 80
+    - item_id: scrap
+      weight: 25
+    - table: herb_table_low
+      weight: 15
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/goblin.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/goblin.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..a02c112
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/goblin.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,32 @@
+name: goblin
+description: "A small green-skinned goblin with a rusty blade."
+attack: 1
+strength: 3
+defense: 3
+hp: 12
+speed: 5
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 25
+attack_type: slash
+attack_bonus: 3
+strength_bonus: 2
+stab_defense: 4
+slash_defense: 3
+crush_defense: -2
+science_defense: 0
+ranged_defense: 3
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "mutters something unintelligible"
+  - "waves a rusty blade around"
+  - "picks its nose"
+  - "kicks a pebble"
+size: small
+drops:
+  remains: bones
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 80
+      quantity: 5
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 20
+      quantity: 25
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/greater_drone.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/greater_drone.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..11cf8e2
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/greater_drone.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,33 @@
+name: greater drone
+description: "A large, heavily armored drone with multiple energy emitters. Red warning lights pulse along its hull."
+attack: 1
+strength: 1
+defense: 30
+hp: 120
+ranged: 0
+science: 40
+speed: 4
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 80
+attack_type: science
+attack_bonus: 0
+strength_bonus: 0
+stab_defense: 55
+slash_defense: 55
+crush_defense: 50
+science_defense: 40
+ranged_defense: -20
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "projects a defensive energy shield"
+  - "recalibrates its targeting array"
+  - "emits a warning klaxon"
+  - "deploys sensor probes"
+size: medium
+drops:
+  loot:
+    - item_id: scrap
+      weight: 40
+      quantity: 3
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 60
+      quantity: 1500
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/guard.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/guard.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..7bd7d19
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/guard.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,71 @@
+aggressive: false
+attack: 5
+attack_bonus: 8
+attack_type: slash
+crush_defense: 10
+defense: 5
+description: A stern-looking guard in weathered armor.
+hp: 30
+idle_descriptions:
+    - scans the area with a watchful eye
+    - adjusts the grip on his weapon
+    - nods curtly at passersby
+    - leans against the gate, arms folded
+name: Guard
+protected: true
+ranged_defense: 12
+respawn_ticks: 60
+science_defense: -5
+slash_defense: 15
+speed: 5
+stab_defense: 12
+strength: 5
+strength_bonus: 6
+talk:
+    nodes:
+        about_gate:
+            action:
+                set_player_flags:
+                    talked_to_guard: true
+            message: '"Supplies. Weapons. Things you don''t need to worry about." He shifts his weight. "Tell you what — bring me some copper ore and I''ll stamp you a pass."'
+            options:
+                - text: '"I''ll be back."'
+                - condition:
+                    has_item: copper_ore
+                  goto: trade_ore
+                  text: '"I have some right here."'
+                - text: '"Goodbye."'
+        has_pass:
+            action:
+                set_flags:
+                    gate_open: true
+            message: '"Let me see that..." He examines your pass and nods. "Alright, I''ll open the gate for you."'
+            options:
+                - text: '"Thanks."'
+        start:
+            message: '"Halt! This area is restricted." The guard eyes you suspiciously.'
+            options:
+                - goto: about_gate
+                  text: '"What''s behind that gate?"'
+                - condition:
+                    has_item: copper_ore
+                  goto: trade_ore
+                  text: '"I have copper ore."'
+                - condition:
+                    player_flag: got_pass
+                    value: true
+                  goto: has_pass
+                  text: '"I have a pass."'
+                - text: '"Goodbye."'
+        trade_ore:
+            action:
+                give_item: pass_stub
+                set_player_flags:
+                    got_pass: true
+                    talked_to_guard: true
+                take_item: copper_ore
+            message: '"Good quality ore. This''ll do." He stamps a slip of paper and hands it to you. "That''s your pass. Don''t lose it."'
+            options:
+                - text: '"Thanks."'
+unique: true
+size: medium
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/heavy_mech.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/heavy_mech.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..e2f5f5a
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/heavy_mech.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,42 @@
+name: heavy mech
+description: "A lumbering assault mech with layered armor plating and a rotary cannon arm. Steam vents from its exhaust ports with each step."
+attack: 40
+strength: 44
+defense: 44
+hp: 94
+speed: 5
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 70
+attack_type: crush
+attack_bonus: 35
+strength_bonus: 35
+stab_defense: 55
+slash_defense: 55
+crush_defense: 65
+science_defense: -25
+ranged_defense: 40
+weakness: solar
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "scans the room with a blue optical beam"
+  - "vents a cloud of steam"
+  - "rotates its cannon with a mechanical whine"
+  - "announces a threat level assessment"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "fires its rotary cannon at %s"
+  - "smashes %s with a hydraulic fist"
+  - "unleashes a missile salvo at %s"
+size: massive
+drops:
+  remains: scrap
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 55
+      quantity: 1000
+    - item_id: scrap
+      weight: 25
+      quantity: 8
+    - table: gem_table
+      weight: 10
+    - item_id: lawjunk
+      weight: 10
+      quantity: 2
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/iron_sentinel.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/iron_sentinel.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..bf8b9b5
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/iron_sentinel.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,31 @@
+name: iron sentinel
+description: "A massive bipedal automaton forged from pre-regression alloys. Its joints grind with each deliberate step."
+attack: 25
+strength: 30
+defense: 45
+hp: 180
+speed: 6
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 100
+attack_type: crush
+attack_bonus: 40
+strength_bonus: 35
+stab_defense: 80
+slash_defense: 80
+crush_defense: 70
+science_defense: -30
+ranged_defense: 50
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "stands motionless, servos whining softly"
+  - "turns its armored head with a mechanical grind"
+  - "vents steam from exhaust ports"
+  - "scans the area with a red optical sensor"
+size: large
+drops:
+  loot:
+    - item_id: scrap
+      weight: 30
+      quantity: 5
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 60
+      quantity: 5000
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/lesser_drone.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/lesser_drone.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..c9e50a5
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/lesser_drone.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,32 @@
+name: lesser drone
+description: "A floating metallic drone with a pulsing energy core. Its surface crackles with electric discharge."
+attack: 1
+strength: 1
+defense: 18
+hp: 55
+ranged: 0
+science: 20
+speed: 4
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 50
+attack_type: science
+attack_bonus: 0
+strength_bonus: 0
+stab_defense: 35
+slash_defense: 35
+crush_defense: 30
+science_defense: 20
+ranged_defense: -10
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "hovers silently, scanning the area"
+  - "emits a low electronic hum"
+  - "projects a thin beam of light across the floor"
+  - "rotates slowly in place"
+size: small
+drops:
+  loot:
+    - item_id: scrap
+      weight: 60
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 40
+      quantity: 300
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/man.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/man.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..8478f41
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/man.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,48 @@
+name: man
+description: "A shabby-looking man loitering in the town square."
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "is engaged in a fight to the death with %s"
+  - "is getting pummelled by %s"
+  - "is locked in combat with %s"
+  - "trades blows with %s"
+  - "circles warily around %s"
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "scribbles something in a small notebook"
+  - "gazes skyward at the clouds"
+  - "leans against a wall, looking bored"
+  - "scratches his head thoughtfully"
+  - "stares off into the distance"
+  - "adjusts his tunic and stretches"
+attack: 1
+strength: 1
+defense: 1
+hp: 7
+speed: 5
+aggressive: false
+respawn_ticks: 30
+steal_table: man_steal
+steal_level: 1
+steal_xp: 8
+steal_speed: 4
+attack_type: crush
+stab_defense: 0
+slash_defense: 0
+crush_defense: 0
+science_defense: 0
+ranged_defense: 0
+size: small
+drops:
+  remains: "bones"
+  loot:
+    - item_id: "credits"
+      weight: 98
+      quantity: 10
+    - item_id: "credits"
+      weight: 2
+      quantity: 150
+    - item_id: "grimy_guam"
+      weight: 8
+    - item_id: "grimy_marrentill"
+      weight: 4
+    - item_id: "grimy_tarromin"
+      weight: 2
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/molten_elemental.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/molten_elemental.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..9c46ccb
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/molten_elemental.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,42 @@
+name: molten elemental
+description: "A flowing mass of liquid metal and superheated slag, roughly humanoid. The air around it shimmers with heat and droplets of molten alloy drip to the floor."
+attack: 48
+strength: 52
+defense: 52
+hp: 115
+speed: 5
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 80
+attack_type: crush
+attack_bonus: 40
+strength_bonus: 42
+stab_defense: 60
+slash_defense: 60
+crush_defense: 70
+science_defense: -30
+ranged_defense: 45
+weakness: hydro
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "bubbles and churns, throwing off sparks"
+  - "melts a nearby chunk of metal absent-mindedly"
+  - "pulses with an inner orange glow"
+  - "drips glowing droplets onto the floor"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "hurls a glob of molten metal at %s"
+  - "engulfs %s in a wave of liquid fire"
+  - "smashes %s with a superheated limb"
+size: large
+drops:
+  remains: scrap
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 50
+      quantity: 2000
+    - item_id: biojunk
+      weight: 20
+      quantity: 3
+    - item_id: bloodjunk
+      weight: 15
+      quantity: 2
+    - table: herb_table_high
+      weight: 15
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/moss_giant.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/moss_giant.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..f19f0a3
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/moss_giant.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,32 @@
+name: moss giant
+description: "A towering creature covered in moss and vines, its rocky skin dripping with moisture."
+attack: 12
+strength: 14
+defense: 10
+hp: 60
+speed: 7
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 45
+attack_type: crush
+attack_bonus: 10
+strength_bonus: 12
+stab_defense: 15
+slash_defense: 12
+crush_defense: 18
+science_defense: -5
+ranged_defense: 15
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "surveys its territory with dull eyes"
+  - "pulls a vine from its shoulder"
+  - "stamps the ground, sending tremors"
+  - "scratches its mossy hide"
+size: massive
+drops:
+  remains: bones
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 50
+      quantity: 120
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 50
+      quantity: 500
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/mutant_rat.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/mutant_rat.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..7836ef9
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/mutant_rat.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,39 @@
+name: mutant rat
+description: "A bloated rodent with glowing green eyes and exposed muscle tissue. Bio-engineering runoff has made it unnaturally aggressive."
+attack: 13
+strength: 13
+defense: 12
+hp: 32
+speed: 4
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 25
+attack_type: crush
+attack_bonus: 8
+strength_bonus: 6
+stab_defense: 15
+slash_defense: 15
+crush_defense: 10
+science_defense: -10
+ranged_defense: 5
+weakness: bio
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "scurries frantically in circles"
+  - "gnaws on a rusted pipe"
+  - "emits a gurgling screech"
+  - "twitches unnaturally"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "bites %s with glowing teeth"
+  - "slashes %s with mutated claws"
+  - "lunges at %s with unnatural speed"
+size: small
+drops:
+  remains: bones
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 60
+      quantity: 20
+    - item_id: scrap
+      weight: 30
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 10
+      quantity: 60
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/newbie_trainer.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/newbie_trainer.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..3897dba
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/newbie_trainer.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,25 @@
+name: Newbie Trainer
+description: "A friendly-looking instructor ready to help new adventurers."
+unique: true
+protected: true
+attack: 1
+strength: 1
+defense: 1
+hp: 50
+speed: 5
+aggressive: false
+respawn_ticks: 30
+attack_type: crush
+stab_defense: 0
+slash_defense: 0
+crush_defense: 0
+science_defense: 0
+ranged_defense: 0
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "reviews a training manual"
+  - "adjusts a practice dummy"
+  - "demonstrates a sword stance to no one in particular"
+  - "offers a friendly nod to passersby"
+  - "polishes a wooden shield"
+  - "checks a stopwatch and jots something down"
+size: small
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/phantom.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/phantom.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..d871b76
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/phantom.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,32 @@
+name: phantom
+description: "A semi-transparent entity that phases in and out of visible light. Its psychic attacks are devastating to anyone without a spectral visor."
+assassin_level: 45
+damage_without: spectral_visor
+attack: 35
+strength: 30
+defense: 25
+hp: 100
+speed: 3
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 50
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "flickers between visible and invisible"
+  - "emits a low, resonant hum"
+  - "drifts through a wall and back again"
+  - "stares at you with hollow, glowing eyes"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "blasts %s with a psychic wave"
+  - "phases through %s's defenses"
+  - "unleashes a spectral shriek at %s"
+size: medium
+drops:
+  remains: ectoplasm
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 60
+      quantity: 500
+    - item_id: spectral_visor
+      weight: 3
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 37
+      quantity: 1000
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/plasma_wraith.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/plasma_wraith.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..c4ced2b
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/plasma_wraith.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,43 @@
+name: plasma wraith
+description: "A shimmering entity of contained plasma, vaguely humanoid in shape. It radiates intense heat and hums with barely contained energy."
+attack: 1
+strength: 1
+defense: 22
+hp: 56
+science: 65
+speed: 4
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 60
+attack_type: science
+attack_bonus: 0
+strength_bonus: 0
+stab_defense: 30
+slash_defense: 30
+crush_defense: 25
+science_defense: 45
+ranged_defense: -10
+weakness: hydro
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "drifts silently, leaving heat shimmer in its wake"
+  - "pulses with internal light"
+  - "phases partially through a wall"
+  - "emits a low frequency hum"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "lashes %s with a whip of plasma"
+  - "engulfs %s in a superheated cloud"
+  - "discharges a concentrated beam at %s"
+size: medium
+drops:
+  remains: ectoplasm
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 50
+      quantity: 400
+    - item_id: chaosjunk
+      weight: 20
+      quantity: 2
+    - item_id: cosmicjunk
+      weight: 15
+      quantity: 2
+    - table: gem_table
+      weight: 15
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/psionic_entity.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/psionic_entity.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..1c518bf
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/psionic_entity.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,46 @@
+name: psionic entity
+description: "A barely visible distortion in the air, only detectable by the pressure it exerts on your mind. When it focuses, you see a shimmering outline of something vast and ancient."
+attack: 1
+strength: 1
+defense: 42
+hp: 128
+science: 97
+speed: 4
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 100
+attack_type: science
+attack_bonus: 0
+strength_bonus: 0
+stab_defense: 50
+slash_defense: 50
+crush_defense: 45
+science_defense: 70
+ranged_defense: -20
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "probes the edges of your consciousness"
+  - "flickers between visible and invisible states"
+  - "emits a subsonic pulse you feel in your teeth"
+  - "momentarily shows you visions of another dimension"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "assaults %s's mind with psionic force"
+  - "tears at %s's perception of reality"
+  - "unleashes a devastating mental blast at %s"
+size: large
+drops:
+  remains: ectoplasm
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 40
+      quantity: 5000
+    - item_id: lawjunk
+      weight: 20
+      quantity: 5
+    - item_id: cosmicjunk
+      weight: 15
+      quantity: 5
+    - table: gem_table
+      weight: 15
+    - item_id: spectral_visor
+      weight: 5
+    - table: herb_table_high
+      weight: 5
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/rat.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/rat.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..4265674
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/rat.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,22 @@
+name: rat
+description: "A large, mangy rat with beady red eyes."
+attack: 1
+strength: 1
+defense: 1
+hp: 2
+speed: 4
+aggressive: false
+respawn_ticks: 20
+attack_type: crush
+stab_defense: 0
+slash_defense: 0
+crush_defense: 0
+science_defense: 0
+ranged_defense: 0
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "sniffs around the ground"
+  - "nibbles on something"
+  - "scurries in circles"
+size: small
+drops:
+  remains: bones
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/sawmill_operator.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/sawmill_operator.yaml
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index 0000000..b70362f
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/sawmill_operator.yaml
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+color: "186"
+description: A burly worker in a thick apron, covered in sawdust. He operates the industrial sawmill.
+idle: The sawmill operator wipes sawdust from his goggles.
+name: sawmill operator
+protected: true
+talk:
+    nodes:
+        goodbye:
+            message: Come back anytime you need more planks!
+        prices:
+            message: |-
+                Here's what I charge per log:
+                  Regular logs: 5 credits
+                  Oak logs: 10 credits
+                  Teak logs: 20 credits
+                  Mahogany logs: 40 credits
+
+                Want me to process your logs?
+            options:
+                - condition:
+                    any_of:
+                        - has_item: logs
+                        - has_item: oak_logs
+                        - has_item: teak_logs
+                        - has_item: mahogany_logs
+                  goto: process
+                  text: Yes, process all my logs.
+                - goto: goodbye
+                  text: No thanks.
+        process:
+            action:
+                sawmill: true
+            message: ""
+        start:
+            message: Welcome to the lumberyard! I can turn your logs into planks — for a small fee, of course. What can I do for ya?
+            options:
+                - condition:
+                    any_of:
+                        - has_item: logs
+                        - has_item: oak_logs
+                        - has_item: teak_logs
+                        - has_item: mahogany_logs
+                  goto: prices
+                  text: Turn all my logs into planks.
+                - goto: prices
+                  text: What are your prices?
+                - goto: goodbye
+                  text: Nothing for now.
+unique: true
+size: small
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/scrap_bot.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/scrap_bot.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..a8b34d8
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/scrap_bot.yaml
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+name: scrap bot
+description: "A malfunctioning maintenance robot that has gone rogue. Its chassis is covered in dents and rust, and one optical sensor flickers erratically."
+attack: 15
+strength: 15
+defense: 14
+hp: 30
+speed: 5
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 30
+attack_type: crush
+attack_bonus: 10
+strength_bonus: 8
+stab_defense: 20
+slash_defense: 15
+crush_defense: 25
+science_defense: -5
+ranged_defense: 10
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "beeps erratically and twitches"
+  - "bumps into a wall and reverses"
+  - "emits a burst of static"
+  - "scans the floor with a flickering beam"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "rams %s with its chassis"
+  - "swings a broken manipulator arm at %s"
+  - "discharges a spark at %s"
+size: medium
+drops:
+  remains: scrap
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 60
+      quantity: 40
+    - item_id: scrap
+      weight: 30
+      quantity: 2
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 10
+      quantity: 100
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/security_turret.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/security_turret.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..9929106
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/security_turret.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,41 @@
+name: security turret
+description: "A ceiling-mounted auto-turret with twin barrels and a red targeting laser. It tracks you with mechanical precision."
+attack: 1
+strength: 1
+defense: 16
+hp: 44
+ranged: 34
+speed: 5
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 40
+attack_type: ranged
+attack_bonus: 0
+strength_bonus: 0
+stab_defense: 30
+slash_defense: 20
+crush_defense: 40
+science_defense: -20
+ranged_defense: 15
+weakness: solar
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "pans the room with a targeting laser"
+  - "emits a rhythmic clicking sound"
+  - "calibrates its targeting sensors"
+  - "beeps a warning tone"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "fires twin bolts at %s"
+  - "unleashes a burst of rounds at %s"
+  - "locks onto %s and opens fire"
+size: small
+drops:
+  remains: scrap
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 70
+      quantity: 100
+    - item_id: scrap
+      weight: 20
+      quantity: 3
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 10
+      quantity: 250
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/skeleton.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/skeleton.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..ba82afc
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/skeleton.yaml
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+name: skeleton
+description: "An animated pile of bones, held together by dark energy."
+attack: 8
+strength: 6
+defense: 8
+hp: 22
+speed: 5
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 30
+attack_type: stab
+attack_bonus: 6
+strength_bonus: 4
+stab_defense: 10
+slash_defense: 18
+crush_defense: -5
+science_defense: -8
+ranged_defense: 10
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "rattles ominously"
+  - "clicks its jaw open and shut"
+  - "stares with empty eye sockets"
+size: medium
+drops:
+  remains: bones
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 70
+      quantity: 30
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 30
+      quantity: 100
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/slug.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/slug.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..64082ec
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/slug.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,27 @@
+name: slug
+description: "A bloated, translucent slug the size of a dog. Its skin glistens with toxic mucus. It cannot be killed by conventional means — only salt can destroy it."
+assassin_level: 1
+finishing_blow: salt
+attack: 3
+strength: 3
+defense: 1
+hp: 15
+speed: 6
+aggressive: false
+respawn_ticks: 25
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "oozes along the floor leaving a slimy trail"
+  - "contracts and expands rhythmically"
+  - "extends its eyestalks toward you"
+  - "secretes a glob of toxic mucus"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "lunges slimily at %s"
+  - "sprays mucus toward %s"
+  - "writhes in combat with %s"
+size: small
+drops:
+  remains: slug_mucus
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 100
+      quantity: 15
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/solar_panel_frame.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/solar_panel_frame.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..90269f2
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/solar_panel_frame.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,33 @@
+name: solar panel frame
+description: "A half-assembled photovoltaic array on a steel frame. Panels, brackets and cabling are laid out, waiting to be fitted. This is work, not a fight — fix the panels into place to complete the array."
+kind: task
+verb: assemble
+progress_noun: assembly
+complete_message: "You bolt the final panel into place and the solar array hums to life!"
+hp: 40
+defense: 10
+speed: 5
+aggressive: false
+respawn_ticks: 40
+attack_type: crush
+crush_defense: 0
+stab_defense: 40
+slash_defense: 40
+ranged_defense: 10
+science_defense: 10
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "stands half-assembled, panels waiting to be fitted"
+  - "has loose cabling dangling from an open junction box"
+  - "catches the light on its few mounted panels"
+size: medium
+drops:
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 70
+      quantity: 40
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 25
+      quantity: 90
+    - item_id: coal
+      weight: 5
+      quantity: 1
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/tanner.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/tanner.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..2e5d89a
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/tanner.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,65 @@
+aggressive: false
+attack: 1
+attack_type: crush
+crush_defense: 0
+defense: 1
+description: A weathered craftsman with stained hands and a leather apron.
+hp: 50
+idle_descriptions:
+    - scrapes at a piece of hide
+    - examines a stack of leathers
+    - sharpens a tanning knife
+    - wipes sweat from his brow
+name: Tanner
+protected: true
+ranged_defense: 0
+respawn_ticks: 30
+science_defense: 0
+slash_defense: 0
+speed: 5
+stab_defense: 0
+strength: 1
+talk:
+    nodes:
+        start:
+            message: '"Bring me some cowhides and I''ll tan them for you. Leather is 10 credits, hard leather is 50."'
+            options:
+                - condition:
+                    all_of:
+                        - has_item: cowhide
+                        - min_credits: 10
+                  goto: tan_leather
+                  text: '"Tan a cowhide into leather (10 credits)."'
+                - condition:
+                    all_of:
+                        - has_item: cowhide
+                        - min_credits: 50
+                  goto: tan_hard_leather
+                  text: '"Tan a cowhide into hard leather (50 credits)."'
+                - text: '"Never mind."'
+        tan_hard_leather:
+            action:
+                cost: 50
+                give_item: hard_leather
+                take_item: cowhide
+            message: The tanner takes your cowhide and subjects it to an intense curing process. "Here's your hard leather."
+            options:
+                - condition:
+                    has_item: cowhide
+                  goto: start
+                  text: '"Tan another."'
+                - text: '"Thanks."'
+        tan_leather:
+            action:
+                cost: 10
+                give_item: leather
+                take_item: cowhide
+            message: The tanner takes your cowhide and works it skillfully. "Here's your leather."
+            options:
+                - condition:
+                    has_item: cowhide
+                  goto: start
+                  text: '"Tan another."'
+                - text: '"Thanks."'
+unique: true
+size: small
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/titan_sentinel.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/titan_sentinel.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..32ddcc2
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/titan_sentinel.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,41 @@
+name: titan sentinel
+description: "A colossal automaton, the bigger brother of the iron sentinel. Its armor is reinforced adamantite alloy and its optics burn with crimson fire."
+attack: 50
+strength: 52
+defense: 56
+hp: 132
+speed: 5
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 120
+attack_type: crush
+attack_bonus: 48
+strength_bonus: 45
+stab_defense: 90
+slash_defense: 90
+crush_defense: 80
+science_defense: -35
+ranged_defense: 60
+weakness: solar
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "stands motionless, gyros humming"
+  - "scans the area with a sweeping crimson beam"
+  - "vents superheated exhaust"
+  - "rotates its armored torso with a deep grinding sound"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "smashes %s with a titan-grade fist"
+  - "unleashes a devastating plasma barrage at %s"
+  - "drives %s into the ground with overwhelming force"
+size: massive
+drops:
+  loot:
+    - item_id: scrap
+      weight: 30
+      quantity: 10
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 50
+      quantity: 8000
+    - table: gem_table
+      weight: 15
+    - item_id: deathjunk
+      weight: 5
+      quantity: 5
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/veteran_merc.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/veteran_merc.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..88238b6
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/veteran_merc.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,42 @@
+name: veteran merc
+description: "A battle-hardened soldier with a high-powered rifle and tactical armor covered in campaign patches. Their cybernetic eye locks onto you instantly."
+attack: 1
+strength: 1
+defense: 40
+hp: 93
+ranged: 79
+speed: 5
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 65
+attack_type: ranged
+attack_bonus: 0
+strength_bonus: 0
+stab_defense: 40
+slash_defense: 40
+crush_defense: 35
+science_defense: 20
+ranged_defense: 55
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "checks their rifle's ammunition counter"
+  - "adjusts their tactical vest"
+  - "scans the area through their scope"
+  - "spits and mutters a war story"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "fires a high-caliber round at %s"
+  - "puts %s in their crosshairs and squeezes the trigger"
+  - "unleashes suppressive fire at %s"
+size: medium
+drops:
+  remains: bones
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 55
+      quantity: 1200
+    - item_id: chaosjunk
+      weight: 15
+      quantity: 2
+    - item_id: deathjunk
+      weight: 15
+      quantity: 2
+    - table: herb_table_mid
+      weight: 15
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/void_reaper.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/void_reaper.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..e54d776
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/void_reaper.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,52 @@
+name: void reaper
+description: "A shadowy figure that seems to absorb light itself. Its form shifts between a hooded specter and an armored construct. A scythe of dark energy flickers in its grasp."
+attack: 62
+strength: 68
+defense: 72
+hp: 170
+speed: 3
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 200
+attack_type: slash
+attack_bonus: 60
+strength_bonus: 60
+stab_defense: 100
+slash_defense: 110
+crush_defense: 90
+science_defense: -45
+ranged_defense: 75
+weakness: bio
+assassin_level: 80
+finishing_blow: lawjunk
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "flickers in and out of existence"
+  - "draws the warmth from the surrounding air"
+  - "whispers in a language that predates humanity"
+  - "reaches out with shadowy tendrils"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "swings its void scythe at %s"
+  - "drains the life force from %s"
+  - "envelops %s in absolute darkness"
+size: massive
+drops:
+  remains: ectoplasm
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 30
+      quantity: 20000
+    - item_id: law_identifier
+      weight: 5
+    - item_id: death_identifier
+      weight: 5
+    - item_id: blood_identifier
+      weight: 5
+    - item_id: bloodjunk
+      weight: 20
+      quantity: 10
+    - table: gem_table
+      weight: 15
+    - item_id: uncut_diamond
+      weight: 10
+      quantity: 5
+    - table: herb_table_high
+      weight: 10
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/war_drone.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/war_drone.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..587ad09
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/war_drone.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,42 @@
+name: war drone
+description: "An upgraded combat drone with reinforced plating and a heavier weapons array. Its targeting systems whir as it locks onto you."
+attack: 25
+strength: 28
+defense: 25
+hp: 65
+speed: 4
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 50
+attack_type: slash
+attack_bonus: 20
+strength_bonus: 18
+stab_defense: 35
+slash_defense: 30
+crush_defense: 40
+science_defense: -10
+ranged_defense: 20
+weakness: solar
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "hovers aggressively, weapons armed"
+  - "emits a low, threatening hum"
+  - "paints a targeting reticle on the wall"
+  - "cycles through weapon modes with a click"
+combat_descriptions:
+  - "fires a plasma bolt at %s"
+  - "slashes at %s with a rotary blade"
+  - "launches a concussion grenade at %s"
+size: medium
+drops:
+  remains: circuit_board
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 60
+      quantity: 200
+    - item_id: scrap
+      weight: 20
+      quantity: 4
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 10
+      quantity: 500
+    - table: gem_table
+      weight: 10
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/weapons_smith.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/weapons_smith.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..0ba8237
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/weapons_smith.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,64 @@
+aggressive: false
+attack: 1
+attack_type: crush
+crush_defense: 0
+defense: 1
+description: A burly smith with soot-stained hands and a heavy leather apron, standing proudly by the forge.
+hp: 80
+idle_descriptions:
+    - hammers at a glowing blade on the anvil
+    - wipes soot from his brow
+    - inspects a finished sword
+    - tends to the furnace fire
+name: Weaponsmith
+protected: true
+ranged_defense: 0
+respawn_ticks: 30
+science_defense: 0
+slash_defense: 0
+speed: 5
+stab_defense: 0
+strength: 1
+talk:
+    nodes:
+        shop:
+            action:
+                shop:
+                    items:
+                        - buy_price: 25
+                          item_id: bronze_sword
+                          sell_price: 6
+                        - buy_price: 60
+                          item_id: iron_sword
+                          sell_price: 15
+                        - buy_price: 20
+                          item_id: bronze_axe
+                          sell_price: 5
+                        - buy_price: 50
+                          item_id: iron_axe
+                          sell_price: 12
+                        - buy_price: 20
+                          item_id: bronze_pickaxe
+                          sell_price: 5
+                        - buy_price: 50
+                          item_id: iron_pickaxe
+                          sell_price: 12
+                        - buy_price: 16
+                          item_id: bronze_med_helm
+                          sell_price: 4
+                        - buy_price: 40
+                          item_id: iron_med_helm
+                          sell_price: 10
+                    message: The Smithy — buy or sell weapons and armor.
+            message: '"Here''s the current inventory. All quality guaranteed."'
+            options:
+                - goto: start
+                  text: '"That''s all for now."'
+        start:
+            message: '"Welcome to the Smithy! Finest weapons and armor on the asteroid."'
+            options:
+                - goto: shop
+                  text: '"Show me what you''ve got."'
+                - text: '"Nothing right now."'
+unique: true
+size: small
diff --git a/data/mobs/examples/zombie.yaml b/data/mobs/examples/zombie.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..f5989e0
--- /dev/null
+++ b/data/mobs/examples/zombie.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,33 @@
+name: zombie
+description: "A shambling corpse reanimated by residual asteroid radiation."
+attack: 10
+strength: 8
+defense: 8
+hp: 30
+speed: 6
+aggressive: true
+respawn_ticks: 35
+attack_type: crush
+attack_bonus: 4
+strength_bonus: 6
+stab_defense: 8
+slash_defense: 20
+crush_defense: -8
+science_defense: -15
+ranged_defense: 8
+weakness: solar
+idle_descriptions:
+  - "groans and shuffles forward"
+  - "reaches out with decaying arms"
+  - "stumbles and catches itself"
+  - "stares blankly ahead"
+size: medium
+drops:
+  remains: bones
+  loot:
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 60
+      quantity: 50
+    - item_id: credits
+      weight: 40
+      quantity: 200