====== Weapon ======

Weapon is the base class for all weapon items in Remixed Dungeon.

==== Description ====
Weapon items are equipped to enhance the hero's combat capabilities. They can be melee weapons for close combat or ranged weapons for distance attacks.

==== Base Properties ====
  * **Type**: Equipment for main hand slot
  * **Damage**: Increases damage dealt to enemies
  * **Tier**: Weapons come in different tiers affecting damage and weight
  * **Enchantments**: Can be enchanted with special effects
  * **Durability**: Depletes with use and time
  * **Speed**: Affects attack speed

==== Weapon Categories ====
  * **Melee Weapons** - Used for close combat
  * **Ranged Weapons** - For distance attacks using ammunition
  * **Special Weapons** - Unique mechanics and effects

==== Common Mechanics ====
  * **Damage Range**: Specifies minimum and maximum damage dealt
  * **Speed Factor**: Affects how quickly attacks can be made
  * **Enchantments**: Can be upgraded with weapon enchantments
  * **Identification**: Weapons must be identified to see their level and enchantment
  * **Upgrading**: Weapons can be enchanted to improve stats

==== Code References ====
  * Java Base Class: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/weapon/Weapon.java|Weapon.java]] - Base implementation
  * Item System: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/Item.java|Item.java]] - General item mechanics
  * Equipment System: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/actors/hero/Belongings.java|Belongings.java]] - How weapons are equipped
  * Sprite System: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/sprites/ItemSpriteSheet.java|ItemSpriteSheet.java]] - Weapon sprites
  * String Resources: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml|strings_all.xml]] - All weapon names and descriptions

==== Common Weapons ====
  * [[en:rpd:sword_item|Sword]]
  * [[en:rpd:axe_item|Axe]]
  * [[en:rpd:dagger_item|Dagger]]
  * [[en:rpd:mace_item|Mace]]
  * [[en:rpd:bow_item|Bow]]
  * [[en:rpd:crossbow_item|Crossbow]]
  * [[en:rpd:staff_item|Staff]]

==== See Also ====
  * [[en:rpd:items|Items]]
  * [[en:rpd:equipment|Equipment]]
  * [[en:rpd:weapon_enchantments|Weapon Enchantments]]
  * [[en:rpd:melee_weapons|Melee Weapons]]
  * [[en:rpd:ranged_weapons|Ranged Weapons]]
  * [[en:rpd:weapon_types_mechanic|Weapon Types]]

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