WN> areas, one must have a current area data file. Running silt with the
 WN> -2a param whenever you add/remove message areas will create this for
 WN> you. I then simply execute sqpackp area.dat
 GG> If you're running Squish v1.11 (and the SQPack that's 
 GG> included with it), you
 GG> do not need a Max 2-compatible area.dat file.  It will read the newer
 GG> marea.dat file.
I found that out. Guess I should have read the docs when I upgraded squish. 
The older version of sqpack required a current area.dat file and I just never 
changed. Everytime I silted, I'd create the old files and all ran smooth. 
Thanks to all for making me go back and read.
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