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 ====== Elf ======
-Elf are new [[playable class]] introduced in Remixed Pixel Dungeon.
+{{ rpd:images:elf_sprite.png|Elf }}
-To unlock Elf player must defeat 4th boss.
+The Elf is one of the starting classes in Remixed Dungeon. He is an agile character with natural magic abilities and ranged combat skills. Based on source code: ''com.watabou.pixeldungeon.actors.hero.HeroClass.java'', ''RemixedDungeon/src/main/assets/hero/initHeroes.json''
-Using Tome of Mastery Elf can become [[Scout]] or [[Shaman]].
+==== Class Overview ====
+  * **Starting Strength:** 9 (vs 10 for most other classes)
+  * **Starting Health:** 15 (vs 20 for most other classes)
+  * **Magic Affinity:** Elf
+  * **Special Ability:** Resistance to certain magical effects and enhanced dewdrop collection
+  * **Unlock Condition:** Unlocked by defeating the 4th boss [[rpd:king|The King]] with any class OR by donating 2+ via in-app purchase
+  * **Immunities:** Immune to root effects
-{{tag> rpd class}}
+==== Starting Stats and Equipment ====
+  * **Starting HP**: 15 (vs 20 for most other classes)
+  * **Starting STR**: 9 (vs 10 for other classes)
+  * **Starting Equipment**:
+    * +1 Elven Bow (identified) - ''initHeroes.json''
+    * 20 Common Arrows (identified) - ''initHeroes.json''
+    * +1 Elven Dagger (identified) - ''initHeroes.json''
+    * Cloth Armor (identified) - ''initHeroes.json''
+    * 100 Gold - ''initHeroes.json''
+  * **Quickslots**:
+    * Quickslot 1: Common Arrow - ''initHeroes.json''
+    * Quickslot 2: Magic Arrow spell - ''initHeroes.json''
+  * **Immunities**: Roots - ''initHeroes.json''
+  * **Magic Affinity**: Elf - ''initHeroes.json''
+==== Class Perks ====
+  * **15 Health and 9 Strength:** Starts with 15 points of Health and 9 points of Strength - ''initHeroes.json''
+  * **Root Immunity:** Immune to rooting effects - ''initHeroes.json''
+  * **Upgraded Bow:** Starts with an upgraded Elven Bow (+1) and a supply of arrows - ''initHeroes.json''
+  * **Bow Expertise:** Excellent with ranged weapons (especially bows)
+  * **Enhanced Dewdrop Collection:** Gains +1 additional dewdrop bonus (same as Huntress) - ''HeroClass.java dewBonus() method''
+  * **Melee Disadvantage:** Less proficient with melee weapons
+==== Special Mechanics ====
+  * The Elf is immune to root effects that would normally prevent movement - ''initHeroes.json''
+  * Starts with a +1 Elven Bow and a supply of arrows - ''initHeroes.json''
+  * Has the Magic Arrow spell in the quickslot for magical ranged attacks - ''initHeroes.json''
+  * Receives +1 additional healing from dewdrops compared to other classes - ''dewBonus() in HeroClass.java''
+==== Class Abilities ====
+The Elf has access to unique mastery paths that can be chosen later in the game:
+  * **Scout:** Elven Scouts are masters of stealth; trampling high grass grants temporary invisibility buff and they are even faster than regular Elves
+  * **Shaman:** Elven Shamans can use wands as melee weapons; successful hits have a chance to activate the wand's power without using a charge
+==== Content Verification ====
+  * Information source: ''com.watabou.pixeldungeon.actors.hero.HeroClass.java'', ''RemixedDungeon/src/main/assets/hero/initHeroes.json''
+  * Stats verification: Extracted directly from initHeroes.json configuration
+  * Mechanics verification: Based on HeroClass.java and initHeroes.json configuration
+  * Dewdrop bonus: Based on dewBonus() method in HeroClass.java
+  * Last updated: December 2025
+==== Advantages ====
+  * Immune to root effects
+  * Ranged combat capability with the Elven Bow
+  * Magic Arrow spell for additional magical damage
+  * Good balance of melee (Elven Dagger) and ranged (Elven Bow) options
+  * Excellent with ranged weapons (especially bows)
+  * Enhanced dewdrop collection (+1 bonus per drop)
+  * Agility and speed
+==== Disadvantages ====
+  * Lower starting strength than most other classes (9 vs 10)
+  * Lower starting HP than most other classes (15 vs 20)
+  * Less proficient with melee weapons
+  * More dependent on ranged weapons
+==== Strategy ====
+  * Focus on ranged combat with bows and arrows
+  * Collect dewdrops effectively for health benefits (enhanced healing)
+  * Consider choosing Scout or Shaman mastery based on preferred playstyle
+  * Utilize the higher agility for mobility
+  * Take advantage of immunity to root effects in combat positioning
+==== Subclasses ====
+  * [[rpd:scout|Scout]]
+  * [[rpd:shaman|Shaman]]
+==== Related ====
+  * [[rpd:playable_class|Playable Classes]] - Other character options
+  * [[rpd:elven_bow|Elven Bow]] - Starting weapon
+  * [[rpd:scout|Scout]] - Mastery path
+  * [[rpd:shaman|Shaman]] - Mastery path
+  * [[rpd:common_arrow|Common Arrow]] - Starting ammunition
+  * [[rpd:king|The King]] - Boss needed for unlock (alternative: donate 2+)
+{{tag> rpd playable_classes elf}}