rpd:boomerang_item
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Boomerang Item
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: Boomerang.java
- Missile Weapon Base: MissileWeapon.java
- String Resources (English): Boomerang_Name, Boomerang_Info, Boomerang_Gender
- String Resources (Russian): Boomerang_Name, Boomerang_Info, Boomerang_Gender
Configuration Files
- MissileWeapons.json - Damage and properties configuration
Related Items
- Missile Weapons - Other throwing weapons
- Shuriken - Other reusable throwing weapon
- Darts - Common throwing weapons
- Throwing Weapons - Overview of throwing mechanics
- Ranged Combat - General ranged combat strategies
- Equipment - All equipment types
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