There are some problems, but they appear to be due to the tool itself and not debuan, so I'll change the subject line

MX Linux does not have systemd installed by default, and they strongly urge users not to use it.

I'm well aware. I was suggesting using katoolin on Devuan or MX Linux.

I currently don't have a ton of bandwidth or time, and the libraries (brick and mortar kind) here are filtered all to hell. I'm going to make an attempt later today at the library but don't expect much. It'll be a shot in the dark and last couple times I tried this I ended back on BT5.

The point of this thread is to find out if someone else has tried this already as to not waste not only my time, but everyone else's. It's a little thing called communication. Don't protest too loudly or you might reveal your autist level.