====== Wind Gust Spell ======

{{ rpd:images:wind_gust_spell.png|Wind Gust Spell }}

**Wind Gust** is an [[en:rpd:elemental_spell_affinity|Elemental]] affinity spell in Remixed Pixel Dungeon that creates a gust of wind to push enemies back.

==== Description ====
Wind Gust creates a gust of wind that pushes enemies back. If an enemy is pushed into an obstacle, they may take damage. This spell has a range that increases with the caster's skill level (distance of skillLevel + 1 up to the target).

==== Stats ====
  * **Magic Affinity:** [[en:rpd:elemental_spell_affinity|Elemental]]
  * **Targeting:** Cell
  * **Level:** 1
  * **Mana Cost:** 1
  * **Range:** Skill level + 2 (up to Ballistica distance)

==== Effects ====
  * Pushes enemies back from the caster
  * Deals damage if pushed enemy hits an obstacle (caster's skill level × 2)
  * Creates visual wind particle effects (5 + caster's skill level × 2 particles)
  * Has a range that increases with the caster's skill level
  * Pushes all enemies in the line of effect toward the target location

==== Usage ====
The Wind Gust spell can be used for:
  * Pushing enemies away from dangerous situations
  * Creating distance between the player and aggressive enemies
  * Forcing enemies into traps, walls, or other hazards
  * Crowd control when facing multiple enemies
  * Activating distant switches or objects
  * Breaking up enemy formations

==== Classes ====
Classes that can use this spell include:
  * Classes with [[en:rpd:elemental_spell_affinity|Elemental]] affinity
  * [[en:rpd:mage_class|Mage]] (naturally has [[en:rpd:elemental_spell_affinity|Elemental]] affinity)
  * Other classes that gain access through special means

==== Strategy ====
How to effectively use the Wind Gust spell:
  * Use near walls or chasms to deal damage to enemies when they're pushed back
  * Effective for escape when surrounded by enemies
  * Works well for separating strong enemies from weaker ones
  * Useful in corridors where enemies can be pushed into each other
  * Can be used to clear projectiles or items out of the way
  * Good for maintaining distance with melee enemies

==== Code References ====
  * Java Implementation: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/nyrds/pixeldungeon/mechanics/spells/WindGust.java|WindGust.java]]
  * String Resources: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml#L14-L15|WindGust strings]]

==== Content Verification ====
  * Information source: Java Class in Remixed Dungeon codebase
  * Stats verified: Yes, extracted directly from spell class properties
  * Effect descriptions: Generated from code analysis and string resources
  * Last updated: Based on WindGust.java

==== See Also ====
  * [[en:rpd:spells|Spells]]
  * [[en:rpd:spell_affinities|Spell Affinities]]

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