Ranged Combat

Ranged Combat in Remixed Dungeon involves attacking enemies from a distance using various weapons, wands, and spells. This combat style allows the hero to deal damage without being in immediate physical danger.

• Bows: Use arrows as ammunition, require a free hand to wield
• Crossbows: More powerful than bows but slower, can be used with shield
• Throwing Weapons: One-time use weapons like shurikens, darts, and javelins
• Special Ranged Weapons: Unique weapons with special properties

• Uses Ballistica for line-of-sight calculation
• Range is generally limited (usually just a few tiles)
• Accuracy is affected by the same attack/defense mechanics as melee
• Some ranged weapons can pierce through multiple enemies

• Determines line of sight between attacker and target
• Checks for obstacles that might block the attack path
• Allows for various types of line-of-sight calculation (projectile, death, light)
• Used by both ranged weapons and certain spells

• Safety: Attack enemies without being in their attack range
• Positioning: Pull enemies away from groups to fight them one at a time
• Damage: Some ranged weapons deal significant damage
• Utility: Can trigger traps or activate mechanisms from a safe distance

• Ammunition: Most ranged weapons require consumable ammunition
• Range: Limited range compared to melee in some situations
• Obstacles: Walls and doors block ranged attacks
• Lower damage potential in close quarters

• Bows: Standard ranged weapons using arrows
• Crossbows: More powerful but slower than bows
• Specialized Bows: Enhanced bows with unique properties
• Throwing Weapons: Single-use items like shurikens, darts
• Javelins: Thrown spears with good range and damage
• Boomerangs: Return after being thrown, reusable

• Wands: Magical ranged weapons with charges
• Spells: Magic attacks that can target enemies at range
• Ranged Buffs: Spells that enhance ranged combat effectiveness

• Ammunition is consumed when attacking
• Different ranged weapons require different types of ammo
• Ammunition can be found in the dungeon or crafted
• Running out of ammunition forces switching to melee or other options

• Conservation: Use ranged attacks judiciously to preserve ammunition
• Positioning: Maintain distance from enemies while having clear line of sight
• Grouping: Pull enemies away from groups to prevent being surrounded
• Environment: Use doors and narrow passages to your advantage
• Surprise: Attack from safe positions before engaging in melee

• Ranged: Safer but consumes resources
• Melee: More sustainable but riskier
• Ranged: Better for weak enemies and hit-and-run tactics
• Melee: Better for strong single enemies and sustained combat

• Piercing: Some ranged attacks can hit multiple enemies in a line
• Splash Damage: Certain ranged weapons affect multiple targets
• Silent Attacks: Some ranged attacks don't alert other enemies
• Enhanced Range: Special enchantments can extend effective range

• Ballistica system: Ballistica.java
• Ranged weapon mechanics: Ranged attack implementation
• Ammunition system: MissileWeapon.java
• Ranged combat algorithms: Char.java

• Melee Combat - Close combat mechanics
• Combat - General combat information
• Game Mechanics - General game mechanics
• Ranged Weapons - List of ranged weapons
• Ballistica - Line-of-sight calculation system
• Enemies - Information about dungeon creatures