====== Playable Classes ======

Playable classes are the different character types that players can choose when starting a new game. Each class has unique abilities, strengths, and weaknesses.

==== Classes Available ====

  * [[rpd:warrior_class|Warrior]] - The melee specialist with high health and starting equipment
  * [[rpd:mage_class|Mage]] - The spellcaster with magical abilities
  * [[rpd:rogue_class|Rogue]] - The stealth specialist with high evasion and detection
  * [[rpd:huntress_class|Huntress]] - The ranged specialist with throwing weapon mastery
  * [[rpd:elf_class|Elf]] - A ranged and magic specialist with magical resistance
  * [[rpd:necromancer_class|Necromancer]] - A dark magic specialist who commands undead
  * [[rpd:gnoll_class|Gnoll]] - A playable gnoll character with unique abilities
  * [[rpd:doctor_class|Plague Doctor]] - A specialist in toxic and curative arts
  * [[rpd:lich_subclass|Lich]] - An advanced subclass of the Necromancer class (mastery of Necromancy)
  * [[rpd:priest_class|Priest]] - A divine magic user focused on healing (Currently "Coming Soon" - Not available for normal gameplay)

==== Class Unlocking ====
Different classes have different unlock requirements:
  * **Warrior, Mage, Rogue**: Available from the start
  * **Huntress**: Unlocked by defeating the 3rd boss [[rpd:dm300_mob|DM300]] with any class
  * **Elf**: Unlocked by defeating the 4th boss [[rpd:king_mob|The King]] with any class
  * **Gnoll**: Unlocked by befriending a [[rpd:gnoll_brute|Gnoll Brute]] in the Caves (levels 11-14), getting it damaged, and healing it at the town priest
  * **Necromancer**: Available by default in this mod (Necromancer NPC also appears in Prison level 7 after defeating the Lich boss with any other class)
  * **Priest**: Currently marked as "Coming Soon" in the game and not available for normal gameplay

==== Class Advantages ====
  * **Unique Abilities:** Each class has special abilities not available to others
  * **Starting Equipment:** Different classes start with different equipment
  * **Stat Bonuses:** Classes may have different base stats
  * **Specialization:** Classes are optimized for different play styles

==== Common Class Features ====
  * **Mastery:** Advanced class-specific techniques (available at level 10)
  * **Class Armor:** Powerful special abilities or equipment unique to each class
  * **Special Mechanics:** Unique resources or abilities tied to the class
  * **Mastery Paths:** Each class can choose from specific mastery options to specialize

==== Choosing a Class ====
Consider your preferred playstyle when choosing a class:
  * **Aggressive:** Warrior or classes with strong melee capabilities
  * **Magical:** Mage or other spellcasters
  * **Stealthy:** Rogue or other sneaky characters
  * **Ranged:** Huntress, Elf or other ranged specialists
  * **Support:** Plague Doctor, Priest or other healing-oriented classes
  * **Summoner:** Necromancer for undead minions

==== Related ====
  * [[rpd:mechanics|Game Mechanics]]
  * [[rpd:mastery|Mastery]]
  * Each individual class page for detailed information and strategies

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