====== Boomerang Item ======

{{ rpd:images:boomerang_item.png|Boomerang }}

The **Boomerang** is a unique throwing weapon in Remixed Dungeon that returns to the player after being thrown, making it an effective reusable ranged weapon.

==== Item Overview ====
  * **Type:** Throwing Weapon
  * **Rarity:** Uncommon
  * **Special Effect:** Returns to the player after throwing
  * **Damage:** 1-4 (1d4+0)
  * **Durability:** Infinite (returns after use)
  * **Speed:** 1.0x (standard attack speed)
  * **Accuracy:** Standard
  * **Price:** Not sold in shops

==== Special Mechanics ====
  * **Return Mechanic:** After hitting an enemy or missing, the boomerang automatically returns to the player's inventory
  * **Reusable:** Unlike regular throwing weapons, the boomerang never runs out
  * **Range:** Can be thrown at any visible target within range
  * **Targeting:** Can be aimed at specific enemies
  * **Versatility:** Effective against multiple enemies in a row
  * **No Ammo Requirement:** Does not require ammunition to use

==== Strategy ====
  * Use to engage enemies from a safe distance
  * Effective for attacking enemies behind obstacles
  * Good for testing enemy resistances without approaching
  * Can be used repeatedly without resource consumption
  * Useful for triggering traps from a safe distance
  * Allows for hit-and-run tactics
  * Good for softening enemies before melee engagement
  * Particularly effective against single targets

==== Obtaining ====
  * Found as dungeon loot throughout various levels
  * Dropped by certain enemies that use them
  * May appear in special rooms or chests
  * Sometimes found in shops (though not common)
  * Can occasionally be purchased from vendors

==== Effect ====
When thrown at an enemy, the Boomerang strikes for 1-4 damage and then returns to the player's inventory, ready to be used again. This makes it a reliable ranged option that doesn't require ammunition or concern about running out of uses.

According to the game's string resources: "This throwing weapon returns to the hands of a thrower after hitting a target or missing. Due to its special balanced design, the boomerang can be thrown slightly faster than other weapons of the same weight."

==== Code References ====
  * **Java Implementation:** [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/weapon/missiles/Boomerang.java|Boomerang.java]]
  * **Missile Weapon Base:** [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/weapon/missiles/MissileWeapon.java|MissileWeapon.java]]
  * **String Resources (English):** [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml#L2347-L2349|Boomerang_Name, Boomerang_Info, Boomerang_Gender]]
  * **String Resources (Russian):** [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values-ru/strings_all.xml#L2308-L2310|Boomerang_Name, Boomerang_Info, Boomerang_Gender]]

==== Configuration Files ====
  * [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/assets/itemsDesc/MissileWeapons.json|MissileWeapons.json]] - Damage and properties configuration

==== Related Items ====
  * [[rpd:missile_weapons|Missile Weapons]] - Other throwing weapons
  * [[rpd:shuriken_item|Shuriken]] - Other reusable throwing weapon
  * [[rpd:darts_item|Darts]] - Common throwing weapons
  * [[rpd:throwing_weapons|Throwing Weapons]] - Overview of throwing mechanics
  * [[rpd:ranged_combat|Ranged Combat]] - General ranged combat strategies
  * [[rpd:equipment|Equipment]] - All equipment types

{{tag> rpd items weapons missile throwing boomerang}}