====== Weapons ======

{{ rpd:images:weapons_illustration.png|Weapons }}

**Weapons** are items that increase the hero's damage output in combat. Each weapon has a damage range and speed of attack, with some having special properties or requiring specific strength to wield effectively.

==== Weapon Properties ====
  * **Damage**: Range of damage dealt per successful hit
  * **Speed**: Time required between attacks
  * **Strength Requirement**: Minimum strength needed to wield effectively
  * **Tier**: Level of quality (higher is generally better)
  * **Durability**: How much use the weapon can take before breaking
  * **Enchantments**: Special magical properties that enhance performance

==== Weapon Tiers ====
  * **Tier 1**: [[en:rpd:short_sword_item|Short Sword]] - Basic weapon with balanced stats
  * **Tier 2**: [[en:rpd:battle_axe_item|Battle Axe]] - Higher damage than Tier 1
  * **Tier 3**: [[en:rpd:spear_item|Spear]] - Reach weapon with moderate damage
  * **Tier 4**: [[en:rpd:war_hammer_item|War Hammer]] - High damage but slow
  * **Tier 5**: [[en:rpd:long_sword_item|Long Sword]] - High damage balanced weapon
  * **Tier 6**: [[en:rpd:gauntlets_item|Gauntlets]] - Fast attacks with moderate damage

==== Weapon Types ====
  * **Swords**: Balanced weapons with good damage and speed
    * [[en:rpd:short_sword_item|Short Sword]], [[en:rpd:long_sword_item|Long Sword]], [[en:rpd:scimitar_item|Scimitar]], [[en:rpd:assassins_blade_item|Assassin's Blade]]
  * **Axes**: Heavy damage weapons with slower attack speed
    * [[en:rpd:battle_axe_item|Battle Axe]]
  * **Maces**: Moderate damage with special properties
    * [[en:rpd:quarterstaff_item|Quarterstaff]], [[en:rpd:mace_item|Mace]], [[en:rpd:war_hammer_item|War Hammer]]
  * **Daggers**: Fast attacks with lower damage
    * [[en:rpd:dagger_item|Dagger]], [[en:rpd:knife_item|Knife]], [[en:rpd:shiv_item|Shiv]]
  * **Spears**: Reach weapons that attack at a distance
    * [[en:rpd:spear_item|Spear]], [[en:rpd:glaive_item|Glaive]], [[en:rpd:halberd_item|Halberd]]
  * **Ranged**: Weapons designed for distance combat
    * [[en:rpd:wooden_bow_item|Wooden Bow]], [[en:rpd:crossbow_item|Crossbow]], [[en:rpd:shuriken_item|Shuriken]]
  * **Special**: Unique weapons with special properties
    * [[en:rpd:gauntlets_item|Gauntlets]], [[en:rpd:greatshield_item|Greatshield]]

==== Weapon Enchantments ====
Weapons can be enchanted with special properties that provide additional effects:
  * **[[en:rpd:fire_enchantment|Fire]]**: Chance to burn the enemy
  * **[[en:rpd:poison_buff_enchantment|Poison]]**: Chance to poison the enemy
  * **[[en:rpd:shocking_enchantment|Shocking]]**: Chance to damage adjacent enemies
  * **[[en:rpd:instability_enchantment|Instability]]**: Random effect on each attack
  * **[[en:rpd:luck_enchantment|Lucky]]**: Attacks deal maximum damage more often
  * **[[en:rpd:sacrifice_enchantment|Sacrifice]]**: Deal damage to yourself to damage enemy more
  * **[[en:rpd:blocking_enchantment|Blocking]]**: Chance to reduce damage when attacking
  * **[[en:rpd:chilling_enchantment|Chilling]]**: Chance to slow the enemy
  * **[[en:rpd:horror_enchantment|Horror]]**: Chance to terrorize the enemy
  * **[[en:rpd:light_enchantment|Light]]**: Increases accuracy
  * **[[en:rpd:luck_enchantment|Lucky]]**: Increases critical hit chance
  * **[[en:rpd:paralysis_buff_enchantment|Paralysis]]**: Chance to paralyze the enemy

==== Weapon Upgrading ====
  * **Scroll of Upgrade**: Primary method to improve weapons
  * **Enhanced Damage**: Each upgrade level adds +1 to damage range
  * **Durability**: Upgraded weapons may have increased durability
  * **Enchantment Level**: Upgrades may enhance enchantment effects
  * **Limitations**: Maximum upgrade levels exist
  * **Curses**: Cursed weapons become more dangerous when upgraded

==== Ranged Weapons ====
  * **Bows**: Require arrows as ammunition
    * [[en:rpd:wooden_bow_item|Wooden Bow]], [[en:rpd:elven_bow_item|Elven Bow]], [[en:rpd:composite_bow_item|Composite Bow]]
  * **Crossbows**: More powerful but slower than bows
    * [[en:rpd:crossbow_item|Crossbow]], [[en:rpd:composite_crossbow_item|Composite Crossbow]]
  * **Throwing Weapons**: Single-use ranged weapons
    * [[en:rpd:shuriken_item|Shuriken]], [[en:rpd:javelin_item|Javelin]], [[en:rpd:boomerang_item|Boomerang]]

==== Weapon Statistics ====
  * **Attack Speed**: How quickly the weapon attacks
  * **Damage Range**: Minimum to maximum damage potential
  * **Strength Scale**: How the weapon scales with hero strength
  * **Durability**: How long the weapon will last with use
  * **Accuracy**: How likely the weapon is to hit its target

==== Weapon Comparisons ====
  * **Fast vs. Slow**: Fast weapons hit more often but may deal less damage per hit
  * **High vs. Low Damage**: Higher damage means more effective killing but potentially slower
  * **Reach vs. Non-Reach**: Reach weapons can attack enemies from a distance
  * **Strength Requirements**: Higher tier weapons often require more strength to use effectively
  * **Special Effects**: Enchantments and special properties can make lower-tier weapons viable

==== Weapon Strategy ====
  * **Early Game**: Use available weapons effectively while looking for upgrades
  * **Mid Game**: Focus on improving your current weapon or finding better options
  * **Late Game**: Weapon choice becomes more about specialization and character build
  * **Enchantments**: Consider enchantments that complement your build or playstyle
  * **Class Synergy**: Choose weapons that work well with your character's class abilities

==== Technical Details ====
  * Base Weapon class: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/weapon/Weapon.java|Weapon.java]]
  * Weapon implementations: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/weapon/Weapon.java#L50-L200|Weapon Classes]]
  * Weapon enchantments: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/weapon/enchantments/Enchantment.java|Enchantment System]]
  * Melee weapons: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/tree/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/weapon/melee|Melee Weapons]]
  * Ranged weapons: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/tree/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/weapon/missiles|Ranged Weapons]]

==== See Also ====
  * [[en:rpd:equipment_mechanic|Equipment]] - All equipment types
  * [[en:rpd:armor|Armor]] - Protective equipment
  * [[en:rpd:enchantments|Weapon Enchantments]] - Special weapon properties
  * [[en:rpd:ranged_weapons|Ranged Weapons]] - Distance combat equipment
  * [[en:rpd:combat|Combat]] - How weapons work in combat
  * [[en:rpd:items|Items]] - General item information

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