Elven Halls - Revision history

Hordes: /* Monsters */

2025-11-03T17:34:42Z

‎Monsters

Hordes at 17:32, 3 November 2025

2025-11-03T17:32:19Z

Hordes at 17:31, 3 November 2025

2025-11-03T17:31:25Z

Hordes: /* Strategy */

2025-11-03T17:29:58Z

‎Strategy

Hordes: /* Elf:2 - The Hall of Blades */

2025-10-13T07:18:23Z

‎Elf:2 - The Hall of Blades

NormalPerson7: /* Elf:2 - The Hall of Blades */ Add enchant/brand scrolls

2024-03-29T23:09:27Z

‎Elf:2 - The Hall of Blades: Add enchant/brand scrolls

Hordes: v. bump

2024-01-22T05:56:10Z

v. bump

Hordes: /* Tackling Elf:3 */

2023-12-15T16:52:14Z

‎Tackling Elf:3

Hordes: /* Tackling Elf:3 */

2023-09-16T15:48:26Z

‎Tackling Elf:3

Hordes: /* Useful Traits */ you shouldn't try to do elf just b/c you have 103 HP

2023-09-08T14:37:35Z

‎Useful Traits: you shouldn't try to do elf just b/c you have 103 HP

@@ Line 65: / Line 65: @@
 | {{monsterlink|Air elemental}}
 |-
-{{monsterlink|Thermic dynamo}}
+| {{monsterlink|Thermic dynamo}}
 |}

@@ Line 105: / Line 105: @@
 ==History==
-*Prior to [[0.31]], the Hall of Blades spawned 2 rare weapons (without the chance for a 3rd) and didn't have a blade talisman, but Elf:3 had slightly more loot.
+*Prior to [[0.31]], the Hall of Blades spawned 2 rare weapons (without the chance for a 3rd) and didn't have a blade talisman, but Elf:3 had slightly more loot. Also, [[deep elf elementalist]]s had [[Awaken Earth]], allowing them to destroy rock walls (thus ruining [[killhole]]s).
 *In [[0.27]], [[deep elf mage]]s (which had 5 sets of spells) were split into [[deep elf pyromancer]]s and [[deep elf zephyrmancer]]s.
 *Prior to [[0.19]], you could also find [[deep elf fighter]]s, [[deep elf conjurer|conjurers]], [[deep elf summoner|summoners]], and [[deep elf priest|priests]].

@@ Line 1: / Line 1: @@
-{{version031}}
+{{version033}}
 {{flavour|Whereas most elven folk would never move into a dark subterranean complex like this, the deep elves did. Their halls are filled with riches, but any passers-by should be aware of the legendary magical prowess of this species.
@@ Line 33: / Line 33: @@
 *Charging into the vault is always dangerous. Always attempt to lure enemies out of the treasure vault one by one, and be ready to run if too many elves notice you at once.
-*Making a [[killhole]] with a [[wand of digging]] can be an effective technique. However, killholes won't last long if there's a [[deep elf elementalist]] around.
+*Making a [[killhole]] with a [[wand of digging]] can be an effective technique, although this can allow [[deep elf elementalist]]s to cast [[Lee's Rapid Deconstruction]].
 *Most 'common elves' and dancing weapons can't [[see invisible]], though all the high-tier elves in Elf:3 can. Don't expect invisibility to be very helpful in the end vault.
 *You may want to use a [[scroll of revelation]] to detect the end vault, [[exclude]] its entrance, and explore the rest of the level first.
@@ Line 40: / Line 40: @@
 ===Useful Traits===
 *More than 102 HP, ideally much more. This avoids annihilators from one-shot killing you. Low HP species should consider using an [[amulet of guardian spirit]] here.
-*A way to deal with elementally resistant foes. [[Dancing weapon]]s are fast, immune to electricity and poison, very resistant to fire and cold, and have infinite [[will]], so certain mages can have a tough time against them. No enemy can resist [[Earth Magic]] or pure [[Conjurations]] magic, though [[Sandblast]] won't deal enough damage to be effective.
+*A way to deal with elementally resistant foes. [[Dancing weapon]]s are fast, immune to electricity and poison, very resistant to fire and cold, and have infinite [[will]], so certain mages can have a tough time against them. [[Thermic dynamo]]s are immune to fire, cold, poison and also have infinite will. No enemy can resist [[Earth Magic]] or pure [[Conjurations]] magic, though [[Sandblast]] won't deal enough damage to be effective.
 *[[Willpower]] (at least Will+++). This prevents [[banishment]] and other hexes from affecting you.
 *[[Repulsion]]. Most elves have bows or projectile/bolt spells, which repulsion is great against.
@@ Line 64: / Line 64: @@
 | {{monsterlink|Water elemental}}
 | {{monsterlink|Air elemental}}
 |}

@@ Line 21: / Line 21: @@
 ==Strategy==
-The Elven Halls are noticeably more difficult than the Orcish Mines, so you may not want to enter right away. But the first 1-2 floors can be done in relative safety, as long as you are careful, and flee if you're clearly outmatched.
+The Elven Halls are noticeably more difficult than the Orcish Mines, so you may not want to enter right away. Some of the Elf:1 entrance [[vault]]s can be scary, so don't go in too unprepared.
 Elf is filled with strong, ranged enemies, so it's easy to take a lot of damage. Try to avoid being in open areas, where you can be pelted by multiple spells at once. Instead, lure them into the long hallways, where you'll only take 1 shot per turn.
@@ Line 35: / Line 35: @@
 *Making a [[killhole]] with a [[wand of digging]] can be an effective technique. However, killholes won't last long if there's a [[deep elf elementalist]] around.
 *Most 'common elves' and dancing weapons can't [[see invisible]], though all the high-tier elves in Elf:3 can. Don't expect invisibility to be very helpful in the end vault.
-*You may want to use a [[scroll of magic mapping]] to detect the end vault, [[exclude]] its entrance, and explore the rest of the level first.
+*You may want to use a [[scroll of revelation]] to detect the end vault, [[exclude]] its entrance, and explore the rest of the level first.
 *Don't 100% depend on [[scrolls of teleportation]] on this level - the vault is big enough that it's likely for you to teleport inside.
 ===Useful Traits===
 *More than 102 HP, ideally much more. This avoids annihilators from one-shot killing you. Low HP species should consider using an [[amulet of guardian spirit]] here.
-*A way to deal with [[dancing weapon]]s. Dancing weapons are immune to electricity, very resistant to fire and cold, and have infinite [[will]], so certain mages can have a tough time against them. No enemy can resist [[Earth Magic]] or pure [[Conjurations]] magic, though [[Sandblast]] won't deal enough damage to be effective.
+*A way to deal with elementally resistant foes. [[Dancing weapon]]s are fast, immune to electricity and poison, very resistant to fire and cold, and have infinite [[will]], so certain mages can have a tough time against them. No enemy can resist [[Earth Magic]] or pure [[Conjurations]] magic, though [[Sandblast]] won't deal enough damage to be effective.
 *[[Willpower]] (at least Will+++). This prevents [[banishment]] and other hexes from affecting you.
 *[[Repulsion]]. Most elves have bows or projectile/bolt spells, which repulsion is great against.
@@ Line 46: / Line 46: @@
 **[[Electricity resistance]] is particularly helpful. It protects against [[Deep elf zephyrmancer|zephrmancers]] and has a chance to block [[air elemental]]'s [[Stunning Burst]].
-Having good defenses (AC/EV/SH) goes without saying. Also, a way of killing elves fast is helpful. Spells that never miss, like [[Lee's Rapid Deconstruction]], [[Freezing Cloud]], and [[Fireball]] are great to have. Melee and ranged characters can do Elf just fine, however.
+Having good defenses (AC/EV/SH) goes without saying. Also, a way of killing elves fast is helpful. Spells that never miss, like [[Lee's Rapid Deconstruction]], [[Freezing Cloud]], and [[Fireball]] are great to have. [[Mephitic Cloud]] is also great for disabling elves. Melee and ranged characters can do Elf just fine, however.
 ==Monsters==

@@ Line 15: / Line 15: @@
 This room always contains 2 "rare" dancing weapons, with a 50% chance for a 3rd. "Rare" weapons includes the following: [[quick blade]], [[double sword]] or [[triple sword]], [[executioner's axe]], [[eveningstar]], [[bardiche]], [[lajatang]]. These will always be [[brand]]ed and often have good [[enchant]]ment. Most of the other weapons will be branded too. In addition, two [[scrolls of enchant weapon]], with equal chance for either a third scroll of enchant weapon or a [[scroll of brand weapon]], will generate inside, and there is also a 50% chance for a [[blade talisman]].
-Unlike most runed door areas, you ''can'' be [[teleport]]ed or [[shaft]]ed into the Hall of Blades. Because of its massive size, this is likely, so be wary when using a [[scroll of teleport]] on Elf:2.
+Note that you can be [[teleport]]ed or [[shaft]]ed into the Hall of Blades. Because of its massive size, this is likely, so be wary when using a [[scroll of teleport]] on Elf:2.
 ===Elf:3===

@@ Line 13: / Line 13: @@
 Elf:2 always contains the '''Hall of Blades''' - a huge area (around half the floor) locked off by [[runed door]]s. This area contains several [[dancing weapon]]s and a smattering of elves, including a [[deep elf blademaster]].
-This room always contains 2 "rare" dancing weapons, with a 50% chance for a 3rd. "Rare" weapons includes the following: [[quick blade]], [[double sword]], [[triple sword]], [[executioner's axe]], [[eveningstar]], [[bardiche]], [[lajatang]]. These will always be [[brand]]ed and often have good [[enchant]]ment. Most of the other weapons will be branded too. In addition, there's a high chance for a [[blade talisman]] to generate inside.
+This room always contains 2 "rare" dancing weapons, with a 50% chance for a 3rd. "Rare" weapons includes the following: [[quick blade]], [[double sword]] or [[triple sword]], [[executioner's axe]], [[eveningstar]], [[bardiche]], [[lajatang]]. These will always be [[brand]]ed and often have good [[enchant]]ment. Most of the other weapons will be branded too. In addition, two [[scrolls of enchant weapon]], with equal chance for either a third scroll of enchant weapon or a [[scroll of brand weapon]], will generate inside, and there is also a 50% chance for a [[blade talisman]].
 Unlike most runed door areas, you ''can'' be [[teleport]]ed or [[shaft]]ed into the Hall of Blades. Because of its massive size, this is likely, so be wary when using a [[scroll of teleport]] on Elf:2.

@@ Line 28: / Line 28: @@
 ===Tackling Elf:3===
-As soon as you ''enter'' Elf:3, you can be hit by [[sourceless malevolence]], be [[teleport]]ed into the end vault, and be at risk of taking multiple 102-damage [[crystal spear]]s to the face (unless you have -Tele). This isn't likely - but you may not want to descend into Elf:3 until you can survive that circumstance.
+As soon as you enter Elf:3, you can be hit by [[sourceless malevolence]], be [[teleport]]ed into the end vault, and be at risk of taking multiple 102-damage [[crystal spear]]s to the face. This isn't likely - but if you want to be extra sure, don't descend into Elf:3 until you can survive a teleport trap.
 In addition to [[deep elf annihilator]]'s crystal spears, watch out for [[damnation]], [[banishment]], and [[Summon Greater Demon]]. Also, don't underestimate the prowess of [[deep elf master archer]]s and [[deep elf blademaster]]s - they can really hurt in range/melee (respectively).