== Description ==
'''Decay''' is the [[wikipedia:erosion|erosion]] of objects over time in the form of gradually increasing [[Damage]]. The decay rate depends on the item type, where the item is stored, the item's [[Quality]], and sometimes the item's material. [[Log|Logs]], [[rock shards]] or [[dirt]] for example will completely decay within days while other items may even last months and years. Items made from [[cedar]]wood decay slower, and containers made from cedarwood protect their contents better than other containers.
[[Damage]] from Decay and other sources is displayed in the DMG column. Damage is also done to items from being used or failing an improvement attempt.