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+====== Backstab ======
+{{ rpd:images:backstab_spell_icon.png|Backstab Spell Icon }}
+**Backstab** is a spell in Remixed Pixel Dungeon (Rogue Affinity).
+==== Description ====
+Silent hit in the back. Dishonest, but extremely effective, backstab damage will grow with performer skill level.
+Successful backstab will completely ignore victim armor or special defense abilities. The spell only works if the target enemy is distracted (PASSIVE, SLEEPING, FLEEING, HORRIFIED, RUNNINGAMOK) or paralyzed. It requires the target to be within 1 tile distance from the caster.
+==== Stats ====
+  * **Magic Affinity:** Rogue
+  * **Targeting:** self (targets nearest enemy within 1 tile)
+  * **Level:** 2
+  * **Mana Cost:** 2
+  * **Cast Time:** 1 turn
+  * **Special Effects:** damages a target
+  * **Damage Formula:** sqrt(caster's skill level) * (weapon damage roll + secondary weapon damage roll)
+  * **Conditions:** Only works on distracted enemies (PASSIVE, SLEEPING, FLEEING, HORRIFIED, RUNNINGAMOK) or paralyzed targets
+==== Usage ====
+The Backstab spell can be used for:
+  * Offensive applications against distracted or paralyzed enemies
+  * Strategic applications when enemy is not aware of the hero
+  * High-damage strikes when conditions are favorable
+==== Classes ====
+Classes that can use this spell include:
+  * Classes with Rogue affinity (e.g., [[rpd:rogue_class|Rogue class]])
+  * Other classes that gain access through special means
+==== Strategy ====
+How to effectively use the Backstab spell:
+  * Best situations to use the spell
+  * Synergies with other abilities
+  * Timing considerations
+==== Data Validation ====
+This information is extracted directly from the game code and validated against the source implementation. The details are accurate as of the referenced source files and provide reliable information about the spell mechanics.
+==== Content Verification ====
+* Information source: Lua Script in Remixed Dungeon codebase
+* Stats verified: Yes, extracted directly from spell class properties
+* Effect descriptions: Generated from code analysis and string resources
+* Last updated: 2025-12-09 based on Backstab.lua
+==== Source Code ====
+This spell is implemented as a Lua script:
+  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/assets/scripts/spells/Backstab.lua|Backstab.lua]]
+String resources:
+  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml#L2622|Backstab_Name]]
+  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml#L2623|Backstab_Info]]
+==== See Also ====
+  * [[rpd:spells|Spells]]
+  * [[rpd:mechanics|Game Mechanics]]
+  * [[rpd:rogue_affinity|rogue_affinity]]
+{{tag> rpd spells rogue }}