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[Kestrel]

EDIT:  Okay, I figured it out.  The militia captain had died, and nobody would pick up ammo until a new one was assigned.  Good enough.

Yes, I realize there are several topics on this subject.  I've looked over all that I came across, but this problem isn't getting fixed for me.

I've got a bunch of marksdwarfs patrolling across an ammo stockpile and onto fortifications, facing dozens of goblins.  Nobody fires, nobody picks up any ammo, nobody cares.  I know they're in range and CAN fire, because they had done so previously.  They've all got quivers, they're all able to use every type of bolt I have available, and hunters have had their ammo removed in the military screen, and their hunting labor disabled.

I tried forbidding all the ammo on the map for a few ticks, then unforbidding.  I've tried yelling at the dwarfs.  These things have not helped.

Any ideas?

[Fen]

I remember something about marksdwarves not getting ammo is they're stationed or something, but I don't remember exactly what.
Try telling them they can have a break, then when they've finished putting stuff away, tell them to go patrol some more and see if they pick up ammo.

That's all I can think of, I don't fiddle about with marksdwarves much.

[Kestrel]

Thanks I'll try to give them a break for a bit.

Edit: Nope =/

[Frogwarrior]

Are the ammo stockpiles in sight of the goblins? I've heard that they won't pick up ammo if there's an enemy in sight.

[Kestrel]

Are the ammo stockpiles in sight of the goblins? I've heard that they won't pick up ammo if there's an enemy in sight.

Good question.  The stockpiles are enclosed and out of site.  Also, the goblins have since left, no dice.

[Corai]

Are the crossbows damaged horribly? They may be worn down and unusable.

[Kestrel]

Are the crossbows damaged horribly? They may be worn down and unusable.

Crossbows in good condition.  I think the problem stems from the ammunition assignments with the military, but I can't quite put my finger on it.  I've had this happen before and had no solution then either.