====== Wand ======

{{ rpd:images:wand_item.png|Wand }}

**Wands** are magic items in Remixed Dungeon that store charges to perform various magical effects.

==== Description ====
Wands are magical items that store a limited number of charges and use them to perform powerful magical effects. Each wand type has a unique effect and different recharge rate.

==== Properties ====
  * **Charges:** Number of magical charges available for use
  * **Charges per Rank:** How many charges are restored per turn at each level
  * **Max Charges:** Maximum number of charges the wand can hold
  * **Cursed:** If cursed, the wand may activate randomly or have negative effects

==== Wand Types ====
  * **[[en:rpd:wand_of_magic_missile_item|Wand of Magic Missile]]** - Basic damage wand
  * **[[en:rpd:wand_of_lightning_item|Wand of Lightning]]** - Electric damage in an arc
  * **[[en:rpd:wand_of_firebolt_item|Wand of Firebolt]]** - Fire damage to an area
  * **[[en:rpd:wand_of_cold_ray_item|Wand of Cold Ray]]** - Cold damage with slowing effect
  * **[[en:rpd:wand_of_poison_item|Wand of Poison]]** - Creates poison gas clouds
  * **[[en:rpd:wand_of_disintegration_item|Wand of Disintegration]]** - High damage through walls
  * **[[en:rpd:wand_of_bleeding_item|Wand of Bleeding]]** - Causes bleeding damage over time
  * **[[en:rpd:wand_of_prismatic_light_item|Wand of Prismatic Light]]** - Light damage to undead and demons
  * **[[en:rpd:wand_of_regrowth_item|Wand of Regrowth]]** - Creates grass and heals plants
  * **[[en:rpd:wand_of_transfusion_item|Wand of Transfusion]]** - Heals allies and harms enemies
  * **[[en:rpd:wand_of_corrosion_item|Wand of Corrosion]]** - Creates damaging gas clouds

==== Usage ====
  * **Charging:** Wands recharge over time while carried
  * **Targeting:** Most wands require targeting a location or enemy
  * **Recharge Speed:** Varies by wand type and upgrade level
  * **Cursed Wands:** May backfire or activate randomly when cursed

==== Upgrades ====
  * Wands can be upgraded using [[en:rpd:scroll_of_upgrade_item|Scrolls of Upgrade]]
  * Each upgrade increases maximum charges and recharge rate
  * Higher-level wands have more charges available

==== Strategy ====
  * **Charge Management:** Use charges wisely; they recharge slowly
  * **Situational Use:** Different wands excel in different situations
  * **Upgrade Priority:** Consider upgrading powerful wands over weak ones
  * **Cursed Wands:** Identify and remove curses quickly, or embrace the chaos
  * **Multiple Wands:** Consider carrying multiple wands for varied effects

==== Identification ====
  * Uncursed wands are [[en:rpd:identification|unidentified]] initially
  * [[en:rpd:scroll_of_identify_item|Scrolls of Identify]] reveal wand type permanently
  * [[en:rpd:potion_of_mind_vision|Potions of Mind Vision]] can temporarily identify wands

==== Code References ====
  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/wands/Wand.java|Wand.java]] - Base wand class
  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/wands/WandFactory.java|WandFactory.java]] - Wand creation factory
  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml#L2161-L2190|Wand strings]] - English names and descriptions
  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values-ru/strings_all.xml#L2101-L2130|Wand strings (Russian)]] - Russian localization

==== Related ====
  * [[en:rpd:wand_mechanics|Wand Mechanics]]
  * [[en:rpd:magic|Magic]]
  * [[en:rpd:spells|Spells]]
  * [[en:rpd:hero|Hero]]
  * [[en:rpd:charges|Charges]]

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