====== Hero ======

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The **Hero** is the main playable character in Remixed Pixel Dungeon. Players control the hero as they explore the dungeon, fight enemies, collect items, and ultimately seek the Amulet of Yendor.

==== Basic Stats ====
  * **[[en:rpd:health_mechanic|Starting HP]]:** Varies by class (typically 20-25)
  * **[[en:rpd:strength|Starting Strength]]:** 10 (varies by class)
  * **[[en:rpd:armor_class|Starting Armor]]:** Cloth armor
  * **[[en:rpd:weapon|Starting Weapon]]:** Class-specific weapon
  * **[[en:rpd:armor|Starting Defense]]:** 0 base [[en:rpd:armor_class|Armor Class]]
  * **[[en:rpd:experience_system|Starting Level]]:** 1

==== Hero Classes ====
The hero can choose from several classes, each with unique abilities and characteristics:

  * [[en:rpd:warrior_class|Warrior]] - High strength and health, focused on melee combat
  * [[en:rpd:mage_class|Mage]] - Powerful magic abilities and spellcasting
  * [[en:rpd:rogue_class|Rogue]] - Stealth and mobility specialist with high evasion
  * [[en:rpd:elf_class|Elf]] - Balanced class with bonus to magic and ranged combat
  * [[en:rpd:necromancer_class|Necromancer]] - Summons undead minions and uses dark magic
  * [[en:rpd:gnoll_class|Gnoll]] - Bestial warrior with unique mechanics and high damage
  * [[en:rpd:priest_class|Priest]] - Divine magic and healing focused class
  * [[en:rpd:doctor_class|Doctor]] - Support and healing class with medical expertise

==== Attributes ====
The hero has several core attributes that affect gameplay:

  * **[[en:rpd:health_mechanic|Health (HP)]]** - Determines how much damage the hero can take before dying
  * **[[en:rpd:strength|Strength]]** - Affects ability to use heavy armor and weapons
  * **[[en:rpd:dexterity|Dexterity]]** - Influences accuracy and evasion
  * **[[en:rpd:mana_mechanic|Mana]]** - Used to cast spells (not all classes use mana)
  * **[[en:rpd:experience_system|Experience]]** - Points gained by defeating enemies and completing quests

==== Equipment ====
The hero can equip various items:

  * **[[en:rpd:weapon|Weapons]]** - For combat (melee or ranged)
  * **[[en:rpd:armor|Armor]]** - Provides protection and defense
  * **[[en:rpd:rings|Rings]]** - Passive bonuses when worn
  * **[[en:rpd:accessories|Accessories]]** - Unique items with special abilities

==== Mechanics ====
Important mechanics that affect the hero:

  * [[en:rpd:experience_system|Experience and Leveling]] - Gaining levels and stats
  * [[en:rpd:belongings|Inventory]] - Managing carried items
  * [[en:rpd:hunger|Hunger]] - Food requirement system
  * [[en:rpd:status_effects|Status Effects]] - Temporary buffs and debuffs
  * [[en:rpd:quickslots|Quickslots]] - Fast access to important items
  * [[en:rpd:talents|Talents]] - Passive abilities and enhancements

==== Special Abilities ====
Each hero class has unique abilities:

  * **[[en:rpd:talents|Talents]]** - Passive abilities that evolve as the hero levels up
  * **[[en:rpd:subclass|Subclasses]]** - Advanced specialization paths after completing boss challenges
  * **[[en:rpd:hero_subclasses|Subclass Abilities]]** - Enhanced powers granted by subclass selection

==== Hero Progression ====
The hero progresses through the dungeon levels, gaining experience and equipment:

  * Starting from the [[en:rpd:sewers_level|Sewers]]
  * Progressing through [[en:rpd:prison_level|Prison]], [[en:rpd:caves_level|Caves]], [[en:rpd:necropolis_level|Necropolis]], [[en:rpd:city_level|City]], to the [[en:rpd:halls_level|Demon Halls]]
  * Challenging increasingly difficult enemies and bosses
  * Finding better equipment and consumables
  * Eventually seeking the [[en:rpd:amulet_item|Amulet of Yendor]] in the deepest reaches

==== Hero Death ====
When the hero's health reaches 0, they die and the game is over:

  * The hero can be revived with an [[en:rpd:ankh_item|Ankh]] if one is available
  * Otherwise, the game ends and the player must start again
  * Some classes have special resurrection abilities

==== Code References ====
  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/actors/hero/Hero.java|Hero.java]] - Main hero class implementation
  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/actors/hero/HeroClass.java|HeroClass.java]] - Hero class definitions and mechanics
  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/actors/hero/HeroSubClass.java|HeroSubClass.java]] - Subclass definitions
  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/actors/hero/Belongings.java|Belongings.java]] - Inventory management
  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/actors/hero/HeroAction.java|HeroAction.java]] - Hero action system
  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml#L2049-L2057|Hero Strings]] - String resources for hero names and descriptions
  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/assets/spritesDesc/Hero.json|Hero.json]] - Sprite configuration for hero classes

==== See Also ====
  * [[en:rpd:hero_classes|Hero Classes]] - Detailed information about each class
  * [[en:rpd:hero_subclasses|Hero Subclasses]] - Mastery paths and advanced classes
  * [[en:rpd:combat_mechanics|Combat Mechanics]] - How the hero fights enemies
  * [[en:rpd:talents|Talents]] - Hero progression and abilities
  * [[en:rpd:belongings|Inventory]] - Managing the hero's equipment and items
  * [[en:rpd:hero_leveling|Leveling System]] - Experience and character advancement
  * [[en:rpd:amulet_item|Amulet of Yendor]] - The ultimate goal of the hero's journey

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