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'''Detonate''' is a interaction introduced in ''[[The Sims 3: Ambitions]]''. Sims who are [[Young Adult]] or older, withand who have at least 6 points in the [[Inventing]] skill, have the ability to blow up objects for scrap metal by using Detonation Packs. Most objects including cars, furniture, and appliances can be detonated for a small fee ranging from (§5 to §65), depending on the size and value of the object. When detonating an object, a Sim throws a timed explosive at the object and runs for cover. After a set period of time, the Detonation Pack explodes, singeing any nearby Sims and destroying or burning any objects nearby objects, as well as scorching the floor. As a result of the explosion, scrap metal, which can be collected, is scattered around the area which can be collected. Other objects caught in the blast radius also have a chance of exploding and may start a chain reaction, as. suchTherefore, using a Detonation Pack on a large field of small, cheap decorative objects can be an extremely effective way to create a massive explosion. This is a highly efficient method in which toof achieveachieving the '''Diabolical Detonator''' challenge as well as any detonation related [[wish|Wishes]] to blow up xX amount of objects.

It should be noted that, although the Sim who is detonating usually runs to a safe distance automatically, this is not always the case. andWhen exploding large junk piles, or if a chain reaction occurs, he or she may get caught up in an unpredictably large explosion such as when exploding large junk piles or if a chain reaction occurs and get singed. Sims cannot die from being caught in a blast, so it is safe to continue blasting and getting blasted even after being singed. Typically, the more expensiveit thecosts detonationto detonate an object, the bigger the explosion will be, with carcars and large junk piles typically resulting in the biggest individual explosions. Additionally, the more expensive the item being exploded, the more pieces of scrap metal that will be produced.

Sims who detonate objects on public property outside of the [[Junkyard]] risk the chance of being fined after a first warning, and of being put on a 7 day notice as a result of further mayhem. inWhile whicha theSim is on notoce, his or her chance of being fined for destruction of public property will increase. Fines will arrive in the form of a bill, as suchtherefore, Sims who have the '''No Bills Ever''' [[Lifetime Reward]] can essentially detonate indiscriminately. Having met the '''Diabolical Detonator''' challenge will also reduce the chance of getting caught, asand wellwill asalso reduce the price for detonation and result in more scrap metal from explosions. Sims can alsowho detonate objects free from fines on their own lotlots will not be fined, however, unlike on a community lot, fires can occur, and there is a chance any Sim caught in the blast will not only be singed, but will be set on fire as well.

Typically, the most practical way to obtain scrap metal via Detonation Packs is by visiting the [[Junkyard]] and detonating junk piles. However, any cars that drive onto Junkyard property are also freefair game, and may be exploded without risk of fines -- or, surprisingly, even the fury of the car's owner. Burnt or salvaged objects can also be detonated, but will usually result in only a single piece of scrap metal due to it having no value. This rule also applies to blowing up Fire Trucks, Police Cars, or other objects with zero value.