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+====== Codex ======
+{{ rpd:images:codex_item.png|Codex }}
+==== Description ====
+A Codex is a special book item unique to Remixed Pixel Dungeon, found in libraries. Codex describes some of the features of the game mechanics and some stories written by fans of the game. It contains random lore and information about game mechanics, including details about glyphs and weapon enchantments. In practice, codex are not valuable items, but they contain information that may be useful for beginners. In modding, arbitrary text can be assigned to codex.
+==== Properties ====
+  * **Type:** Book/Scroll
+  * **Weight:** 5
+  * **Price:** 5 gold coins (base price)
+  * **Stackable:** No
+  * **Identification:** Read to identify
+==== Effect ====
+When read, a Codex reveals one of several possible randomly selected stories or informational texts about:
+  * Glyph descriptions and mechanics
+  * Weapon enchantment explanations
+  * Background lore and stories
+  * Game mechanics information
+==== Special Properties ====
+  * Cannot be read while blinded
+  * Each codex contains a unique random story from a pool of possible texts
+  * Contains useful information about game mechanics and lore
+  * Found in libraries (unique for Remixed Pixel Dungeon)
+==== Strategy ====
+  * Read codexes found in libraries or as random drops to gain useful information
+  * Provides insight into complex game mechanics like glyphs and enchantments
+  * Helps understand item functions and strategic applications
+  * In modding, arbitrary text can be assigned to codex
+==== Code References ====
+  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/Codex.java|Codex.java]]
+  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/books/Book.java|Book.java]] (base class)
+==== String Resources ====
+  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml#L1648|Codex_Blinded]]
+  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml|Codex_Story entries]]
+==== Related Items ====
+  * [[en:rpd:scrolls|Scrolls]] - Other scrolls in the game
+  * [[en:rpd:library_level|Library Level]] - Where codexes can be found
+  * [[en:rpd:glyph|Glyphs]] - Some codexes contain information about glyphs
+  * [[en:rpd:enchantment|Enchantments]] - Some codexes contain information about weapon enchantments
+{{tag> rpd items books scrolls library }}