====== Berserker Subclass ======

{{ rpd:images:hero_WARRIOR_BERSERKER.png|Berserker Subclass }}

The **Berserker** is the Warrior's subclass in Remixed Dungeon. This mastery path focuses on high-risk, high-reward combat, becoming significantly more powerful when severely wounded.

==== Unlocking ====
The Berserker subclass can be unlocked by using a [[en:rpd:tome_of_mastery_item|Tome of Mastery]] after defeating the second boss (Tengu). The Tome of Mastery is typically obtained by defeating the second boss (Tengu) in the dungeon.

==== Special Mechanics ====
When severely wounded (below 40% health), the Berserker enters a state of wild [[en:rpd:fury_buff|Fury]] significantly increasing his damage output (attack damage is doubled). The [[en:rpd:fury_buff|Fury]] buff is automatically applied when the Berserker drops below 40% health while still having some HP, and wears off when the health rises above 40% again.

==== Special Armor ====
Using an [[en:rpd:armor_kit_item|Armor Kit]] on any armor will transform it into the [[en:rpd:berserker_armor|Berserker Armor]], which is specifically designed for this subclass. This armor provides special abilities that synergize with the Berserker's combat style.

==== Advantages ====
  * Massive damage increase when health is low (2x attack damage)
  * Can turn near-death situations into offensive opportunities
  * Very effective at finishing fights when low on health
  * Self-sustaining combat potential when in Fury state

==== Disadvantages ====
  * Only activates when severely wounded
  * Requires taking damage to reach the berserker state
  * May encourage reckless play to trigger the ability
  * Vulnerable when health is high (no Fury buff)

==== Strategy ====
  * Leverage the damage boost by managing [[en:rpd:health_mechanic|health]] carefully
  * Try to keep health low (but not too low) to maintain the [[en:rpd:fury_buff|Fury]] buff
  * Be aware of the 40% health threshold for the [[en:rpd:fury_buff|Fury]] effect
  * Consider defensive items that allow you to take hits while maximizing [[en:rpd:fury_buff|Fury]] uptime
  * Use the increased damage to quickly eliminate threats while in [[en:rpd:fury_buff|Fury]] state
  * Balance risk and reward to optimize the subclass benefits

==== Content Verification ====
  * Information source: Java Class com.watabou.pixeldungeon.actors.hero.HeroSubClass and com.watabou.pixeldungeon.actors.buffs.Fury
  * Stats verification: Extracted directly from HeroSubClass.BERSERKER class methods
  * Effect descriptions: Based on in-game mechanics and string resources
  * Source code: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/actors/hero/HeroSubClass.java#L155|HeroSubClass.java]] and [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/actors/buffs/Fury.java|Fury.java]]

==== Note about Page Naming ====
This page follows the current wiki convention for hero subclass pages using the `_subclass` suffix. If you arrived here from an old link, please note that hero subclass pages now use the format `subclass_name_subclass.txt` (e.g., `gladiator_subclass.txt`, `berserker_subclass.txt`) instead of just `subclass_name.txt`.

==== See Also ====
  * [[en:rpd:warrior_class|Warrior Class]]
  * [[en:rpd:gladiator_subclass|Gladiator Subclass]]
  * [[en:rpd:subclasses|Subclasses]] - Overview of all subclasses
  * [[en:rpd:fury_buff|Fury Buff]] - The buff that powers the Berserker ability
  * [[en:rpd:berserker_armor|Berserker Armor]] - Special armor for this subclass
  * [[en:rpd:armor_kit_item|Armor Kit]] - Item needed to craft class armor
  * [[en:rpd:tome_of_mastery_item|Tome of Mastery]] - Item needed to unlock subclass

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