====== Doctor Class ======

{{ rpd:images:doctor_hero.png|Doctor }}

The Doctor is a playable hero class in Remixed Dungeon specializing in alchemy, toxic effects, and disease mechanics. The Doctor class focuses on brewing and utilizing various chemical and biological agents.

==== Starting Equipment ====
  * [[en:rpd:short_sword_item|Short Sword]] - Basic melee weapon
  * [[en:rpd:potion_of_toxic_gas_item|Potion of Toxic Gas]] - Thrown potion for area effect
  * [[en:rpd:potion_of_paralytic_gas_item|Potion of Paralytic Gas]] - Thrown potion for paralysis
  * [[en:rpd:ration_item|Food Ration]] - Basic food supply
  * [[en:rpd:potion_of_healing_item|Potion of Healing]] - Basic healing item

==== Specializations ====
The Doctor class has unique mechanics that differentiate it from other classes:
  * **Enhanced Alchemy:** Improved brewing efficiency and special recipes
  * **Toxic Immunity:** Resistance to poison and toxic gas effects
  * **Disease Mechanics:** Ability to spread and utilize diseases
  * **Chemical Knowledge:** Better identification of potions and chemicals

==== Advantages ====
  * **Starting Potions:** Begins with useful gas-based potions
  * **Alchemy Mastery:** More effective brewing and ingredient usage
  * **Toxic Resistance:** Reduced damage from poison and gas effects
  * **Utility Focus:** Multiple utility potions and effects

==== Disadvantages ====
  * **Lower Combat:** Less focused on direct combat compared to other classes
  * **Specialized Playstyle:** Requires understanding of alchemy and chemical effects
  * **Resource Dependency:** Relies heavily on potions and brewing ingredients

==== Gameplay Style ====
The Doctor plays differently from other classes by:
  * Focusing on alchemy and brewing systems
  * Utilizing gas-based effects and area control
  * Employing toxic and disease-based strategies
  * Leveraging chemical knowledge for advantage

==== Subclasses ====
  * [[en:rpd:plague_doctor_subclass|Plague Doctor]] - Advanced specialization in disease mechanics

==== Strategy ====
  * **Early Game:** Utilize starting potions effectively for area control
  * **Alchemy Focus:** Prioritize brewing and ingredient collection
  * **Gas Mastery:** Learn to use gas effects effectively
  * **Toxic Immunity:** Take advantage of poison resistance
  * **Utility:** Focus on utility and support rather than direct damage

==== Mechanics ====
  * [[en:rpd:alchemy|Alchemy]] - Brewing and creating items
  * [[en:rpd:plague_doctor_mob|Plague Doctor]] - Related NPC and subclass
  * [[en:rpd:potions|Potions]] - Heavy reliance on potion usage
  * [[en:rpd:toxic_gas|Toxic Gas]] - Core mechanic
  * [[en:rpd:paralytic_gas|Paralytic Gas]] - Core mechanic

==== Data Sources ====
  * **Java Class**: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/actors/hero/HeroClass.java|HeroClass.DOCTOR enum]]
  * **Starting Items**: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/nyrds/pixeldungeon/characters/HeroClassFactory.java|HeroClassFactory.java]]

==== Related ====
  * [[en:rpd:classes|Classes]] - All playable classes
  * [[en:rpd:alchemy|Alchemy]] - Brewing and creating items
  * [[en:rpd:plague_doctor_subclass|Plague Doctor]] - Doctor subclass
  * [[en:rpd:plague_doctor_mob|Plague Doctor]] - Related NPC
  * [[en:rpd:potions|Potions]] - Important item type for the Doctor
  * [[en:rpd:hero|Hero]] - General hero information

{{tag> rpd hero classes doctor alchemy toxic gas}}