diff --git a/exp_legacy/module/modules/control/selection.lua b/exp_legacy/module/modules/control/selection.lua
index cb08e3a6..461f2cd4 100644
--- a/exp_legacy/module/modules/control/selection.lua
+++ b/exp_legacy/module/modules/control/selection.lua
@@ -76,7 +76,9 @@ function Selection.start(player, selection_name, single_use, ...)
     --player.cursor_stack_temporary = true
 
     -- Make a slot to place the selection tool even if inventory is full
-    player.character_inventory_slots_bonus = player.character_inventory_slots_bonus + 1
+    if player.character then
+        player.character_inventory_slots_bonus = player.character_inventory_slots_bonus + 1
+    end
     local inventory = player.get_main_inventory()
     if inventory then
         player.hand_location = { inventory = inventory.index, slot = #inventory }