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 ====== Necromancer ======
-Necromancer is a new playable class introduced in Remixed Pixel Dungeon. This character specializes in calling spirits and the resurrection of fallen enemies. To unlock him, the player must defeat the Lich boss of Necropolis.
+{{ rpd:images:hero_NECROMANCER.png|Necromancer }}
-The Necromancer has a unique soul counter. Souls are needed for different spells. 1 killed mob = 1 soul. The number of stored souls is limited!
+==== Starting Stats and Equipment ====
+  * **Starting HP**: 15 (vs 20 for most other classes)
+  * **Starting STR**: 10
+  * **Starting Equipment**:
+    * Necromancer Robe (identified)
+    * Skeleton Key for level 7
+    * 100 Gold
+    * Summon Deathling spell (in quickslot)
+    * Potion of Healing (known item)
+  * **Magic Affinity**: Necromancy
-A special robe is given at the beginning, which can be used to call undead servants (red flying skulls whose characteristics are increased as the hero gains new levels)
+==== Special Mechanics ====
+  * The Necromancer starts with a unique Necromancer Robe instead of Cloth Armor.
+  * Has a Skeleton Key that works specifically for level 7, allowing access to special areas.
+  * The Summon Deathling spell is available in the quickslot for summoning undead allies.
-  * The summon costs 5 souls
+==== Advantages ====
-  * Only one servant can be summoned
+  * Unique Necromancer Robe with potential special properties
+  * Skeleton Key for level 7 access
+  * Summon Deathling spell for summoning help
+  * Potion of Healing already known
-**Characteristics:**
+==== Disadvantages ====
+  * Lower starting HP than most other classes
+  * Different playstyle that may be harder for new players
-  * He starts with 15 hit points
+==== Subclasses ====
-  * Healing potion is identified at the start
+  * [[rpd:lich|Lich]]
+  * [[rpd:witchdoctor|Witchdoctor]]
-**Subclasses:**
+==== Class Overview ====
+  * **Primary Focus:** Necromancy and undead control
+  * **Starting Strength:** 10
+  * **Starting Health:** 15
+  * **Magic Affinity:** Necromancy
+  * **Special Ability:** Ability to consume souls and summon undead minions
-  * Lich
+==== Starting Equipment ====
+  * **Armor:** Necromancer Robe - A unique robe that allows the Necromancer to summon a Deathling at a cost of 5 souls
+  * **Item:** Level 7 Skeleton Key
+  * **Quickslot:** Summon Deathling spell
+  * **Known Item:** Potion of Healing (identified from start)
-====== Lich ======
+==== Class Perks ====
+  * **15 Health:** Starts with 15 points of Health
+  * **Mana-based Death Spells:** Uses mana to cast Death spells
+  * **Necromancer's Robe:** Starts with a unique Necromancer's robe which allows the Necromancer to summon a Deathling at a cost of 5 souls
+  * **Level 7 Skeleton Key:** Starts with a level 7 skeleton key
+  * **Identified Healing:** Potions of Healing are identified from the beginning
-To become a Lich, you need to open a passage to the Necropolis by using a key, which is already there. Then you need to defeat the Lich boss (don't be confused with the subclass) and pick up the "Soul Reaper" artifact. Here you will have a choice: break the spell or become a Lich. If you break the spell, you can use Featuresct as intend:ed.
+==== Class Abilities ====
+  * **Soul Collection:** Necromancers collect souls from defeated enemies which can be used for casting necromancy spells
+  * **Undead Summoning:** Ability to summon deathlings and other undead minions
+  * **Necromancy Spells:** Uses soul-based magic with various effects
-**Characteristics:**
+==== Necromancer Equipment ====
+  * [[rpd:necromancer_robe|Necromancer Robe]] - Allows summoning single deathlings (starting armor)
+  * [[rpd:necromancer_armor|Bone Armor]] - Allows summoning up to two Deathlings at a cost of 5 souls each
-  * When turning into the Lich, the hero loses 2 points of strength
+==== Summoned Minions ====
-  * The Lich has a greater margin of souls
+  * [[rpd:deathling|Deathling]] - Basic undead minion that grows stronger with hero level
-  * If Leach has 20 souls and dies, he will be reborn the same way as using an Ankh
-  * The subclass ability of the Lich has not been changed, but now he can call 2 undead servants instead of one
-{{tag> rpd class}}
+==== Necromancy Spells ====
+  * [[rpd:summon_deathling|Summon Deathling]] - Creates an undead minion
+  * [[rpd:dark_sacrifice_spell|Dark Sacrifice]] - Sacrifice minion for an explosion
+  * [[rpd:exhumation_spell|Exhumation]] - Raise dead from graves
+  * [[rpd:raise_dead_spell|Raise Dead]] - Revive recently defeated creatures
+  * [[rpd:necrotism|Necrotism]] - Spread a magic plague (requires [[rpd:necromancer_armor|Bone Armor]])
+==== Class Advantages ====
+  * Powerful summoning abilities
+  * Can build an army of undead minions
+  * Unique playstyle focused on dark magic
+  * Can turn defeated enemies into souls for power
+==== Class Disadvantages ====
+  * Dependent on having minions to fight effectively
+  * Requires strategic management of souls and minions
+  * Different from traditional class mechanics
+  * Weaker in direct combat without minions
+==== Subclasses ====
+The Necromancer has two advanced paths which are unlocked differently than other classes:
+  * **[[rpd:lich|Lich]]:** A necromancer who reached the pinnacle of his abilities, existing between life and death; excels in necromancy but has greatly reduced combat skills. Unlocked by using [[rpd:black_skull_of_mastery|Black Skull of Mastery]] obtained from defeating the Lich boss as a Necromancer.
+  * **[[rpd:witchdoctor|Witchdoctor]]:** Alternative subclass path for Necromancer (specific unlock mechanism).
+==== Class Unlocking ====
+The Necromancer class can be unlocked by slaying the [[rpd:lich_mob|Lich]] with any other class. The Necromancer class also spawns as a special [[rpd:necromancernpc|NPC]] in the Prison level.
+==== Strategy ====
+  * Focus on building and managing your undead army
+  * Collect souls efficiently to cast powerful spells
+  * Use minions as shields and damage dealers
+  * Upgrade to Bone Armor to summon multiple Deathlings
+  * Explore the Necropolis to advance your necromantic abilities
+==== Content Verification ====
+  * **Information Source**: Java class [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/actors/hero/HeroClass.java|HeroClass.java]] and initHeroes.json
+  * **Stats Verification**: Properties extracted from the HeroClass enum and initHeroes.json
+  * **Effect Description**: Based on code analysis of Necromancer class properties and string resources
+  * **Last Updated**: Verified against source code
+{{tag> rpd playable_classes necromancer}}