====== Spider Egg ======

{{ rpd:images:mob_SpiderEgg.png|Spider Egg }}

The **Spider Egg** is an immobile mob in Remixed Dungeon that hatches into a random spider after 20 turns.

==== Description ====
This fragile egg is pulsating briefly, inside it you can see something of many legs. It's laid by spider queens and has a limited lifespan before hatching.
Spider Eggs represent locations where spiders lay their eggs or where young spiders emerge.

==== Stats ====
  * **HP:** 2
  * **Defense Skill:** 1
  * **Attack Skill:** 1
  * **Damage:** 0-0
  * **Damage Reduction:** 0
  * **Speed:** 0 (immobile)
  * **Attack Delay:** 1
  * **View Distance:** 0 (doesn't see)
  * **Exp Given:** 0
  * **Loot Chance:** 20% for a random seed
  * **Max Level:** 9
  * **Movement Type:** Immovable
  * **Can be Pet:** No
  * **Flying:** No
  * **Friendly:** No

==== Special Properties ====
  * **Hatching:** Will eventually hatch into spider enemies after 20 turns
  * **Threat:** Represents a future danger if left unchecked
  * **Destruction:** Can be destroyed before hatching to prevent spider spawns
  * **Spider Generation:** Part of spider nest mechanics

==== Abilities ====
  * **Hatching:** Automatically hatches into a random spider after 20 turns
  * **Immobile:** Cannot move from its position
  * **Fragile:** Very low HP, easily destroyed
  * **Pet Immunity:** Cannot be tamed or made into a pet (canBePet() returns false)

==== Behavior ====
  * **Immobile:** Remains in place until destroyed or hatched
  * **Hatching Timer:** Automatically hatches after 20 turns via the act() method
  * **Spawn:** Upon hatching, creates a random spider mob using MobSpawner
  * **Destruction:** If killed before hatching, it is destroyed without producing a spider
  * **Looting:** Has a 20% chance to drop a random seed when killed
  * **Location:** Most commonly found in Spider Nest levels and spider-infested areas of the dungeon

==== Interactions ====
  * May contain spiderlings or other spider creatures
  * Can be destroyed to prevent more spiders from appearing
  * Part of spider-themed level design
  * Will hatch into various types of spiders depending on the area
  * May contain different spider types (normal, poisonous, etc.)
  * Destroying eggs prevents additional spider spawns

==== Location ====
  * **Spawned by:** [[rpd:spider_queen|Spider Queen]] (lays these eggs)
  * **Hatching:** After 20 turns of remaining alive, it will hatch into a random spider mob
  * **Level Range:** Can appear on any level where spider content is present
  * **Areas:** Most commonly found in Spider Nest levels and infested areas of the dungeon

==== Strategy ====
  * **Immediate Threat:** Though fragile, poses a threat as it will soon hatch into a spider
  * **Timing:** You can choose to destroy it immediately to prevent spawning a spider, or let it hatch when you're prepared
  * **Advantage:** If you have ways to tame or control spiders, letting it hatch may be beneficial
  * **Seed Farming:** Has a 20% chance to drop a seed when destroyed, which might be useful
  * **Avoid Crowding:** Be careful not to let multiple eggs hatch near each other creating a spider swarm
  * **Spider Management:** Consider the spider population in the area when deciding whether to destroy or let hatch

==== Content Verification ====
* Information source: Java class [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/nyrds/pixeldungeon/mobs/spiders/SpiderEgg.java|SpiderEgg.java]]
* Stats verification: Extracted from SpiderEgg constructor and methods
* Effect descriptions: Based on string resources and in-game mechanics
* Last updated: December 2025, source: Remixed Dungeon 1.9.3

==== Source Code ====
* Java: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/nyrds/pixeldungeon/mobs/spiders/SpiderEgg.java|SpiderEgg.java]]
* Strings: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml#L1384-L1387|Spider Egg strings]]

==== See Also ====
  * [[rpd:spider_queen|Spider Queen]] - Lays these eggs
  * [[rpd:spiders|Spiders]] - What hatches from this egg
  * [[rpd:spider_nest|Spider Nest]] - Where Spider Eggs may spawn
  * [[rpd:mobs|Mobs]] - Other dungeon inhabitants
  * [[rpd:spiderservant|Spider Servant]] - One possible spider type that may hatch

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