Alchemist - Revision history

Patrick2011b: bump

2024-11-17T18:00:43Z

bump

Ge0ff at 11:29, 17 November 2024

2024-11-17T11:29:01Z

Patrick2011b: /* Strategy */ ooze -> endoplasm

2024-08-05T20:28:47Z

‎Strategy: ooze -> endoplasm

Ge0ff: fix backgrounds (Fo and Vp do recommend Al background, but we include only Background -> Species recommendations in Background articles)

2024-01-26T12:30:41Z

fix backgrounds (Fo and Vp *do* recommend Al background, but we include only Background -> Species recommendations in Background articles)

ScriptFactory: preferred backgrounds

2024-01-25T22:51:25Z

preferred backgrounds

Ge0ff: /* Spell Details */ rip frisky VMs

2024-01-18T14:32:54Z

‎Spell Details: rip frisky VMs

Patrick2011b: fixes

2024-01-17T16:17:34Z

fixes

Hordes at 15:13, 17 January 2024

2024-01-17T15:13:12Z

Hordes at 15:08, 17 January 2024

2024-01-17T15:08:38Z

Hordes at 15:07, 17 January 2024

2024-01-17T15:07:35Z

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 {{flavour|Alchemists start with knowledge of poison-based magic, which is extremely useful in the shallower levels of the Dungeon where few creatures are immune to it.}}
 '''Alchemists''' are mages who focus on [[Alchemy]]. Their starting set is based on [[poison]] except for [[Sticky Flame]].

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-{{flavour| Alchemists start with knowledge of poison-based magic, which is extremely useful in the shallower levels of the Dungeon where few creatures are immune to it.}}
+{{flavour|Alchemists start with knowledge of poison-based magic, which is extremely useful in the shallower levels of the Dungeon where few creatures are immune to it.}}
 '''Alchemists''' are mages who focus on [[Alchemy]]. Their starting set is based on [[poison]] except for [[Sticky Flame]].

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 ==Strategy==
-In the early game, Alchemists can struggle against enemies with [[poison resistance]]. Sting can deal with [[ooze]]s, but anything tougher will require [[Sticky Flame]]. So until you can cast Sticky Flame, try to avoid foes with rPois if possible.
+In the early game, Alchemists can struggle against enemies with [[poison resistance]]. Sting can deal with [[endoplasm]]s, but anything tougher will require [[Sticky Flame]]. So until you can cast Sticky Flame, try to avoid foes with rPois if possible.
 ===Spell Details===

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 ==Preferred Species==
-[[Merfolk]], [[Draconian]], [[Deep Elf]], [[Demonspawn]], [[Spriggan]], [[Vampire]], [[Formicid]], [[Naga]], and [[Octopode]] are the recommended species if you pick an Alchemist background.
+[[Deep Elf]], [[Demonspawn]], [[Djinni]], [[Merfolk]], [[Naga]], [[Octopode]], and [[Spriggan]] are the recommended species if you pick an Alchemist background.
 ==Starting Equipment==

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 {{version031}}
 {{flavour| Alchemists start with knowledge of poison-based magic, which is extremely useful in the shallower levels of the Dungeon where few creatures are immune to it.}}
-'''Alchemists''' are mages who focus on Alchemy. They start with many spells that involve [[poison]].
+'''Alchemists''' are mages who focus on [[Alchemy]]. Their starting set is based on [[poison]] except for [[Sticky Flame]].
 ==Preferred Species==
-[[Merfolk]], [[Demonspawn]], [[Djinni]], [[Spriggan]], [[Tengu]], [[Deep Elf]], and [[Naga]] are the recommended species if you pick a Venom Mage Background.
+[[Merfolk]], [[Draconian]], [[Deep Elf]], [[Demonspawn]], [[Spriggan]], [[Vampire]], [[Formicid]], [[Naga]], and [[Octopode]] are the recommended species if you pick an Alchemist background.
 ==Starting Equipment==
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 '''Available Spells:'''
 *[[Sting]]
-*[[Poisonous Vapours]]
+*[[Mercury Vapours]]
 *[[Mephitic Cloud]]
 *[[Olgreb's Toxic Radiance]]
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 [[Olgreb's Toxic Radiance]] is a powerful crowd controlling tool. It inflicts less poison than Mercury Vapours, but it affects all vulnerable monsters in your line of sight. While Vapours is better against single targets, OTR excels against groups, especially in the mid-dungeon and [[Orcish Mines]]. A frisky Alchemist may want to clear Orc before Lair (though watch out for many threats: [[warg]]s have rPois, while [[paralysis]], [[stone giant]]s, and many melee threats are still scary).
-[[Sticky Flame]] sets an adjacent target on fire, dealing damage over time. However, if the enemy moves, the fire will get put out.
+[[Sticky Flame]] sets an adjacent target on fire, dealing damage over time in addition to the initial impact. If the enemy moves, the fire will get put out.
 ==History==

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 Learn [[Mephitic Cloud]] the instant you hit level 3. [[Confusion]] is a very strong status, preventing all spells, and monsters only have a 1/3 chance to successfully move towards you. However, this spell is quite loud, attracting other enemies to you. It also doesn't work against enemies with rPois. The clouds will affect you if used too close; either have poison resistance, or aim behind an enemy. Having 2-3 points into both Air Magic and Conjurations is helpful; its a little tough to cast by training Alchemy alone.
-[[Olgreb's Toxic Radiance]] is a powerful crowd controlling tool. It inflicts less poison than Mercury Vapours, but it affects all vulnerable monsters in your line of sight. While Vapours is better against single targets, OTR excels against groups, especially in the mid-dungeon and [[Orcish Mines]]. A frisky VM may want to go into Orc before Lair (though watch out for many threats: [[warg]]s have rPois, while [[paralysis]], [[stone giant]]s, and many melee threats are still scary).
+[[Olgreb's Toxic Radiance]] is a powerful crowd controlling tool. It inflicts less poison than Mercury Vapours, but it affects all vulnerable monsters in your line of sight. While Vapours is better against single targets, OTR excels against groups, especially in the mid-dungeon and [[Orcish Mines]]. A frisky Alchemist may want to clear Orc before Lair (though watch out for many threats: [[warg]]s have rPois, while [[paralysis]], [[stone giant]]s, and many melee threats are still scary).
 [[Sticky Flame]] sets an adjacent target on fire, dealing damage over time. However, if the enemy moves, the fire will get put out.

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 *[[Alchemy]]: 3
-Choosing Alchemy adds 7 to your starting [[Intelligence]] and 5 to your starting [[Dexterity]].
+Choosing Alchemist adds 7 to your starting [[Intelligence]] and 5 to your starting [[Dexterity]].
 ==Strategy==
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 [[Sting]] is a decent spell. It deals some physical damage on its own, but its guaranteed chance to [[poison]] (if it hits) will probably kill any foe on the first 2 floors. [[Mercury Vapours]] is a nice upgrade; it never misses, allowing you to reliably deal with early game enemies, and has a chance to inflict [[weak]]ness.
-Learn [[Mephitic Cloud]] the instant you hit level 3. [[Confusion]] is a very strong status, preventing all spells, and monsters only have a 1/3 chance to successfully move towards you. However, this spell is quite loud, attracting other enemies to you. The clouds will affect you if used too close; either have poison resistance, or aim behind an enemy. Having 2-3 points into both Air Magic and Conjurations is helpful; its a little tough to cast by training Alchemy alone.
+Learn [[Mephitic Cloud]] the instant you hit level 3. [[Confusion]] is a very strong status, preventing all spells, and monsters only have a 1/3 chance to successfully move towards you. However, this spell is quite loud, attracting other enemies to you. It also doesn't work against enemies with rPois. The clouds will affect you if used too close; either have poison resistance, or aim behind an enemy. Having 2-3 points into both Air Magic and Conjurations is helpful; its a little tough to cast by training Alchemy alone.
-[[Olgreb's Toxic Radiance]] is a powerful crowd controlling tool. It inflicts less poison than Poisonous Vapours, but it affects all vulnerable monsters in your line of sight. While Vapours is better against single targets, OTR excels against groups, especially in the mid-dungeon and [[Orcish Mines]]. A frisky VM may want to go into Orc before Lair (though watch out for many threats: [[warg]]s are rPois, while [[paralysis]], [[stone giant]]s, and many melee threats are still scary).
+[[Olgreb's Toxic Radiance]] is a powerful crowd controlling tool. It inflicts less poison than Mercury Vapours, but it affects all vulnerable monsters in your line of sight. While Vapours is better against single targets, OTR excels against groups, especially in the mid-dungeon and [[Orcish Mines]]. A frisky VM may want to go into Orc before Lair (though watch out for many threats: [[warg]]s have rPois, while [[paralysis]], [[stone giant]]s, and many melee threats are still scary).
 [[Sticky Flame]] sets an adjacent target on fire, dealing damage over time. However, if the enemy moves, the fire will get put out.

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	[[Olgreb's Toxic Radiance]] is a powerful crowd controlling tool. It inflicts less poison than Poisonous Vapours, but it affects all vulnerable monsters in your line of sight. While Vapours is better against single targets, OTR excels against groups, especially in the mid-dungeon and [[Orcish Mines]]. A frisky VM may want to go into Orc before Lair (though watch out for many threats: [[warg]]s are rPois, while [[paralysis]], [[stone giant]]s, and many melee threats are still scary).		[[Olgreb's Toxic Radiance]] is a powerful crowd controlling tool. It inflicts less poison than Poisonous Vapours, but it affects all vulnerable monsters in your line of sight. While Vapours is better against single targets, OTR excels against groups, especially in the mid-dungeon and [[Orcish Mines]]. A frisky VM may want to go into Orc before Lair (though watch out for many threats: [[warg]]s are rPois, while [[paralysis]], [[stone giant]]s, and many melee threats are still scary).
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		+	[[Sticky Flame]] sets an adjacent target on fire, dealing damage over time. However, if the enemy moves, the fire will get put out.

	==History==		==History==

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−	~~#REDIRECT~~[[Venom Mage]]	+	{{version031}}
		+	{{flavour\| Alchemists start with knowledge of poison-based magic, which is extremely useful in the shallower levels of the Dungeon where few creatures are immune to it.}}
		+	'''Alchemists''' are mages who focus on Alchemy. They start with many spells that involve [[poison]].
		+
		+	==Preferred Species==
		+	[[Merfolk]], [[Demonspawn]], [[Djinni]], [[Spriggan]], [[Tengu]], [[Deep Elf]], and [[Naga]] are the recommended species if you pick a Venom Mage Background.
		+
		+	==Starting Equipment==
		+	Some [[species]] may receive different items based on their unique restrictions.
		+	*+0 [[robe]]
		+	*[[Potion of magic]]
		+
		+	'''Available Spells:'''
		+	*[[Sting]]
		+	*[[Poisonous Vapours]]
		+	*[[Mephitic Cloud]]
		+	*[[Olgreb's Toxic Radiance]]
		+	*[[Sticky Flame]]
		+
		+	Alchemists start with the [[Sting]] spell memorised.
		+
		+	==Starting Skills and Stats==
		+	These are adjusted by your species' [[aptitude]]s.
		+	*[[Dodging]]: 2
		+	*[[Stealth]]: 2
		+	*[[Spellcasting]]: 2
		+	*[[Conjurations]]: 1
		+	*[[Alchemy]]: 3
		+
		+	Choosing Alchemy adds 7 to your starting [[Intelligence]] and 5 to your starting [[Dexterity]].
		+
		+	==Strategy==
		+	In the early game, Alchemists can struggle against enemies with [[poison resistance]]. [[Sting]] can deal with [[ooze]]s, but anything tougher will require [[Sticky Flame]]. Until you do get Sticky FLame, try to avoid foes with rPois if possible.
		+
		+	===Spell Details===
		+	[[Sting]] is a decent spell. It deals some physical damage on its own, but its guaranteed chance to [[poison]] (if it hits) will probably kill any foe on the first 2 floors. [[Mercury Vapours]] is a nice upgrade; it never misses, allowing you to reliably deal with early game enemies, and has a chance to inflict [[weak]]ness.
		+
		+	Learn [[Mephitic Cloud]] the instant you hit level 3. [[Confusion]] is a very strong status, preventing all spells, and monsters only have a 1/3 chance to successfully move towards you. However, this spell is quite loud, attracting other enemies to you. The clouds will affect you if used too close; either have poison resistance, or aim behind an enemy. Having 2-3 points into both Air Magic and Conjurations is helpful; its a little tough to cast by training Alchemy alone.
		+
		+	[[Olgreb's Toxic Radiance]] is a powerful crowd controlling tool. It inflicts less poison than Poisonous Vapours, but it affects all vulnerable monsters in your line of sight. While Vapours is better against single targets, OTR excels against groups, especially in the mid-dungeon and [[Orcish Mines]]. A frisky VM may want to go into Orc before Lair (though watch out for many threats: [[warg]]s are rPois, while [[paralysis]], [[stone giant]]s, and many melee threats are still scary).
		+
		+	==History==
		+	*Alchemist was introduced in [[0.31]], replacing [[Venom Mage]].
		+
		+	{{backgrounds}}
		+
		+	[[Category:Backgrounds]]