Action items

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Action items are usable game items. Introduced in the Mann-Conomy Update, action items are similar to Tools in that some of them have a limited number of uses (indicated by a number on their icon in the backpack); the difference being that action items can be equipped on players using their own slot (previously named "MISC2"). Most action items can only be obtained via purchase from the Mann Co. Store, the exception being the Dueling Mini-Game and some taunts which can also be found via the item drop system or inside Mann Co. Supply Crates. Currently, action items cannot be used with or obtained through the Crafting system.

Pressing the action key (H is the default) will allow you to use whatever action item is currently equipped in your action slot. Be aware that some items will bring up a menu when activated, therefore use these items in a safe spot. The Dueling Mini-Game, for example, will prompt you to pick the opponent you wish to duel, and the gifts will prompt you to confirm you wish to use it. However, the Noise Makers are activated instantly.

Action items

Consumables

Item	Class	Description	Availability	Uses
Dueling Mini-Game	All classes	Challenges a selected enemy player to a duel.	Purchase   Drop   Uncrate   Unlock	5
Noise Maker		Plays the equipped sound clip.	Purchase†   Drop   Uncrate   Unlock	25
Manniversary Package		Contains a Manniversary Paper Hat with a chance of receiving one additional Manniversary-released hat, weapon or misc item.	Given to each player during the Manniversary Update & Sale.	1
Halloween Goodie Cauldron		Contains a Seal Mask and a random 2011 Halloween item.	Given to each player during the Scream Fortress Very Scary Halloween Special. Players who missed it that year got it in the Spectral Halloween Special, though it one was untradeable.	1
Mann Co. Store Package		Contains one complimentary item.	Given in a purchase that exceeds a certain amount in the Mann Co. Store.	1
What's in the Sandvich Box?		Contains a Robo-Sandvich and a Triple A Badge, both in Genuine quality when the box is opened.	Given to the Template:W attendants who redeemed the code distributed with purchasable replica Sandvich toys.	1
What's in the Companion Square Box?		Contains a Friends Forever Companion Square Badge and a Triple A Badge, both in Genuine quality when the box is opened.	Given to the Comic-Con San Diego 2012 attendants who redeemed the code distributed with purchasable Companion Square toys.	1
What's in the Portal 2 Soundtrack Box?		This sealed Portal 2 Soundtrack Box will open to reveal its contents at a later date.	Given through a redeamable code inside the CD case of the Portal 2 Soundtrack.	1

^† Noise Makers are usually tied to time-limited events or promotions. Check the relative page to see which ones are currently available in the Mann Co. Store.

Gifts

Item	Class	Description	Availability
Pile o' Gifts	All classes	Gives a random gift to up to 23 other people on the same server as the user.	Purchase   Drop   Uncrate   Unlock
Secret Saxton		Gives a random gift to 1 person on the same server as the user.	Purchase   Drop   Uncrate   Unlock

Taunts

Item	Class	Description	Availability
Meet the Medic	Medic	The Medic takes a heroic pose, as doves fly around him, similar to certain shots in Meet the Medic.	Purchase   Drop   Uncrate   Unlock
Director's Vision	All classes	The player puts their arms out and forms a square with their fingers, as if to frame the shot.	Purchase   Drop   Uncrate   Unlock
Schadenfreude		The player will start laughing for a short period of time.	Purchase   Drop   Uncrate   Unlock
High Five!		When executed, the player will wait for another player, and together engage in a high five.	Purchase   Drop   Uncrate   Unlock

Other

Item	Class	Description	Availability
Power Up Canteen	All classes	Holds up to three charges for use in Mann vs. Machine.	Obtained after completing your first Mann vs. Machine mission or crafting four scrap metal together.

Trivia

• Taunts that are viewed in the shop do not show facial expressions while demonstrating.

Action item release dates

Main article: Item timeline

Update history

April 14, 2011 Patch

• Items in the action slot won't be swapped until returning to a supply cabinet.