====== Ignite Spell ======

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**Ignite** is an Elemental Affinity spell in Remixed Dungeon.

==== Description ====
Ignite sets a targeted cell on fire, creating a fire blob that spreads and damages any character that enters it. The spell can be used to burn grass, characters and objects.

==== Stats ====
  * **Magic Affinity:** [[en:rpd:elemental_affinity|Elemental]]
  * **Targeting:** Cell
  * **Level:** 2
  * **Mana Cost:** 2
  * **Special Effects:** creates fire blob with 5 turns duration

==== Mechanics ====
When cast, Ignite creates a fire blob at the targeted location using [[en:rpd:ballistica_mechanic|Ballistica]] for range calculation (can reach through obstacles but stops at blocking terrain). The fire will:
  * Deal damage to any character that stands in the affected cell
  * Spread to flammable terrain
  * Burn carried items of the affected character
  * Last for 5 turns of the Fire blob effect

==== Usage ====
The Ignite spell can be used for:
  * Creating area denial by setting terrain on fire
  * Damaging enemies by forcing them through fire
  * Burning flammable terrain and objects
  * Strategic environmental control to prevent enemy movement

==== Classes ====
Classes with [[en:rpd:elemental_affinity|Elemental magic affinity]] can use this spell more efficiently.

==== Affinity ====
  * [[en:rpd:elemental_affinity|Elemental Affinity]]

==== Strategy ====
How to effectively use the Ignite spell:
  * Use to block passages or create barriers against enemies
  * Effective in areas with flammable grass that can spread the fire
  * Good for slowing down enemy movement by blocking their paths
  * Consider using in chokepoints to maximize damage
  * Be careful not to trap yourself in burning areas

==== Content Verification ====
  * Information source: Java class [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/nyrds/pixeldungeon/mechanics/spells/Ignite.java|Ignite.java]]
  * Stats verification: Extracted from Ignite.java constructor and methods
  * Effect descriptions: Based on string resources and in-game mechanics
  * Last updated: December 2025, source: Remixed Dungeon 1.9.3

==== Source Code References ====
  * Core implementation: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/nyrds/pixeldungeon/mechanics/spells/Ignite.java|Ignite.java]]
  * Fire mechanics: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/actors/blobs/Fire.java|Fire.java]]
  * Burning status effect: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/actors/buffs/Burning.java|Burning.java]]
  * Range calculation: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/mechanics/Ballistica.java|Ballistica.java]]

==== String Resources ====
  * Spell name and description: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml#L10-L11|Ignite spell strings]]

==== See Also ====
  * [[en:rpd:spells|Spells]]
  * [[en:rpd:mechanics|Game Mechanics]]
  * [[en:rpd:elemental_affinity|Elemental Affinity]]
  * [[en:rpd:fire|Fire]] - The status effect and environmental element
  * [[en:rpd:burning_buff|Burning]] - The status effect applied by fire
  * [[en:rpd:ballistica_mechanic|Ballistica]] - Range calculation system

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