====== Necromancy (Magic Affinity) ======

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**Necromancy** is a magic affinity in Remixed Pixel Dungeon that encompasses a collection of necromantic spells primarily used by the [[en:rpd:necromancer_class|Necromancer]] class. These spells typically consume souls as a resource and allow for undead summoning and manipulation.

==== Description ====
**Necromancy** is a magic affinity that provides access to various necromantic abilities that utilize souls collected through combat. It is a core mechanic of the [[en:rpd:necromancer_class|Necromancer]] class, allowing the casting of spells that consume souls as a resource.

==== Abilities ====
The necromancy magic affinity includes the following key spells and abilities:
  * [[en:rpd:summon_deathling_spell|Summon Deathling]]: Uses souls to summon an undead minion called a [[en:rpd:deathling_mob|Deathling]] that fights alongside the player
  * [[en:rpd:raise_dead_spell|Raise Dead]]: Attempt to raise the latest slain creature as a temporary ally
  * [[en:rpd:exhumation_spell|Exhumation]]: Create a corpse from a defeated enemy that can be used later
  * [[en:rpd:dark_sacrifice_spell|Dark Sacrifice]]: Sacrifice an ally to gain souls
  * [[en:rpd:possess_spell|Possess]]: Temporarily take control of an enemy (advanced ability)
  * **Reincarnation**: A powerful ability that can sometimes save the Necromancer from death at the cost of all collected souls and possessions

==== Mechanics ====
  * The necromancy affinity operates on a **souls** resource system specific to the [[en:rpd:necromancer_class|Necromancer]] class
  * Different abilities require different amounts of souls to use
  * [[en:rpd:soul_shard_item|Soul Shards]] and other items may supplement the soul resource
  * The [[en:rpd:lich_subclass|Lich]] subclass typically increases soul capacity and necromantic power
  * Most spells have a magic affinity designation of "Necromancy" which can be seen in their implementation

==== Classes ====
  * [[en:rpd:necromancer_class|Necromancer]] - Primary class that uses necromancy spells
  * [[en:rpd:lich_subclass|Lich]] - Subclass that enhances necromantic abilities

==== Usage ====
  * Essential for [[en:rpd:necromancer_class|Necromancer]] class effectiveness
  * Requires careful management of soul resources
  * Often used to summon [[en:rpd:deathling_mob|Deathlings]] and other undead for combat support
  * Strategic use of souls is key to necromantic gameplay

==== Strategy ====
Effective use of **Necromancy** abilities requires:
  * Maintaining sufficient soul reserves for key abilities
  * Prioritizing soul collection through combat
  * Balancing offensive and defensive necromantic abilities
  * Managing summoned undead minions effectively
  * Understanding which spells are most beneficial in different combat scenarios

==== Code References ====
  * Magic Affinity Implementation: Found in various spell classes like [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/nyrds/pixeldungeon/mechanics/spells/SummonDeathling.java#L19|SummonDeathling.java:19]] (magicAffinity = "Necromancy")
  * Related Class: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/nyrds/pixeldungeon/items/common/armor/NecromancerArmor.java|NecromancerArmor.java]]
  * String Resources: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml#L752-L755|Necromancy_ReincarnationName, Necromancy_ReincarnationTriggered, Necromancy_SummonDeathlingName, Necromancy_BecameALich]]
  * String Resources (Title): [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml#L757|Necromancy_Title]]
  * Spell List: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/assets/scripts/spells/CustomSpellsList.lua#L8|CustomSpellsList.lua:8]] defines spells associated with necromancy: {"RaiseDead","Exhumation", "DarkSacrifice","Possess"}
  * Soul Management: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml#L749-L750|Necromancy_NotEnoughSouls, Necromancy_SoulsCountLabel]]

==== Content Verification ====
  * Information source: Multiple spell implementations in [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/assets/scripts/spells/|scripts/spells/]] directory and [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/nyrds/pixeldungeon/mechanics/spells/|java/com/nyrds/pixeldungeon/mechanics/spells/]] directory
  * Effect descriptions: Based on code analysis and string resources from [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml|strings_all.xml]]
  * Magic Affinity verification: Found in Lua files like [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/assets/scripts/spells/RaiseDead.lua#L35|RaiseDead.lua:35]] where magicAffinity = "Necromancy"

==== See Also ====
  * [[en:rpd:necromancy_affinity_mechanic|Necromancy Affinity]]
  * [[en:rpd:necromancer_class|Necromancer Class]]
  * [[en:rpd:lich_subclass|Lich Subclass]]
  * [[en:rpd:souls|Souls Resource]]
  * [[en:rpd:deathling_mob|Deathling]]
  * [[en:rpd:soul_shard_item|Soul Shard]]
  * [[en:rpd:spells|Spells]]
  * [[en:rpd:summon_deathling_spell|Summon Deathling]]
  * [[en:rpd:raise_dead_spell|Raise Dead]]
  * [[en:rpd:exhumation_spell|Exhumation]]

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