My gear is gone and that's fine. I had found the pouches first and kept items in the Pouches before I found the Plate Carrier. When I tried to attach the pouches to the plate carrier the message was something like "Must be empty to Attach." I should have assumed the same for the Gun Holster.
Also, thanks for all the hard work regarding the loot. I, for one, very much enjoy being a part of this Alpha.
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