Forge Blazeheart Golem - Revision history

Hordes: /* Useful Info */

2026-02-08T11:56:36Z

‎Useful Info

Ge0ff: /* History */

2025-05-12T16:41:49Z

‎History

NormalPerson7: 0.33

2025-05-11T14:53:05Z

0.33

NormalPerson7: NormalPerson7 moved page Summon Blazeheart Golem to Forge Blazeheart Golem

2025-05-11T14:46:09Z

NormalPerson7 moved page Summon Blazeheart Golem to Forge Blazeheart Golem

Patrick2011b: +CBA per commit a5f1ced and bump

2024-11-18T06:06:17Z

+CBA per commit a5f1ced and bump

Hordes: /* Strategy */

2024-06-18T09:59:54Z

‎Strategy

Hordes: /* Strategy */

2024-03-15T21:28:02Z

‎Strategy

Hordes: retain the spirit of "100 fire damage" - it's taking lots of damage next to a dangerous monster that's an issue

2024-01-30T18:27:55Z

retain the spirit of "100 fire damage" - it's taking lots of damage next to a dangerous monster that's an issue

Hordes: /* Strategy */ looking at the ttyrec, the monster was blocked by ice beast & golem, plus i wasn't in line with the golem. but fix grammar

2024-01-29T03:14:46Z

‎Strategy: looking at the ttyrec, the monster was blocked by ice beast & golem, plus i wasn't in line with the golem. but fix grammar

Oneirical: This is false. Try it in game, melee monsters will never swerve around to attack. It's actually the best way to use the spell to take out melee threats.

2024-01-28T18:44:42Z

This is false. Try it in game, melee monsters will never swerve around to attack. It's actually the best way to use the spell to take out melee threats.

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 Higher spell power increases the golem's [[HD]], which in turn increases golem HP and explosion damage. The golem's HD equals <code>6 + pow/10</code>.<ref>{{source ref|0.32.1|spl-summoning.cc|955}}</ref>
-There is a limit of 1 golem; casting the spell again will cause the old construct to dispappear instantly. The fiery core cannot be destroyed by recasting this spell; it explodes immediately.
+There is a limit of 1 golem; casting the spell again will cause the old golem to disappear instantly. The fiery core cannot be destroyed by recasting this spell; it explodes immediately.
 ==Strategy==

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 ==History==
-Prior to [[0.33]], this spell was called '''Summon Blazeheart Golem''' and was level 4 [[Summoning]]/Fire.
+*Prior to [[0.33]], this spell was called '''Summon Blazeheart Golem''' and was level 4 [[Summoning]]/Fire.
 *Prior to [[0.32]], the golem had <code>6 + pow/12</code> HD, and its explosion did <code>3d(11 + power/12)</code> damage.
 *Summon Blazeheart Golem was introduced in [[0.31]], replacing the explosive side of [[Summon Guardian Golem]].

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 {{spell info}}
-'''Summon Blazeheart Golem''' is a level 4 [[Summonings]]/[[Fire]] spell which summons an explosive golem.
+'''Forge Blazeheart Golem''' is a level 4 [[Forgecraft]]/[[Fire]] spell which constructs an explosive golem.
 ==Useful Info==
-Summons a single [[blazeheart golem]]. It must be adjacent to the caster to do most things. If the blazeheart golem is not adjacent for more than 1 turn, it becomes dormant: it will no longer move, attack, or create a fiery core on death. Standing next to the golem afterwards will end dormancy.
+Constructs a single [[blazeheart golem]]. It must be adjacent to the caster to do most things. If the blazeheart golem is not adjacent for more than 1 turn, it becomes dormant: it will no longer move, attack, or create a fiery core on death. Standing next to the golem afterwards will end dormancy.
 Whenever the blazeheart golem attacks, it loses 1/3rd of its max HP, rounded up.<ref>{{source ref|0.32.1|melee-attack.cc|1020}}</ref>
-When a non-dormant blazeheart golem is killed, it will create a fiery core. After exactly 1 player action (no matter how fast or slow), the fiery core will explode. Similar to [[Inner Flame]], this explosion hits 3x3 area, deals <code>3d(12 + power/10)</code> damage (min. 3d12),<ref>{{source ref|0.32.1|mon-explode.cc|83}}</ref> and creates [[flame cloud]]s on the blast. The explosion is considered your attack, so it will anger [[good god]]s if it hits an ally.
+When a non-dormant blazeheart golem is killed, it will create a fiery core. After exactly 1 player action (no matter how fast or slow), the fiery core will explode. Similar to [[Inner Flame]], this explosion hits 3x3 area, deals <code>3d(12 + power/10)</code> damage (min. 3d12),<ref>{{source ref|0.32.1|mon-explode.cc|83}}</ref> and creates [[flame cloud]]s on the blast. The explosion is considered your attack, so it will anger [[good god]]s if it hits a non-mindless ally.
 Higher spell power increases the golem's [[HD]], which in turn increases golem HP and explosion damage. The golem's HD equals <code>6 + pow/10</code>.<ref>{{source ref|0.32.1|spl-summoning.cc|955}}</ref>
-There is a summon limit of 1 golem; casting the spell again will cause the old summon to very quickly time out. The fiery core cannot be destroyed by recasting this spell; it explodes immediately.
+There is a limit of 1 golem; casting the spell again will cause the old construct to dispappear instantly. The fiery core cannot be destroyed by recasting this spell; it explodes immediately.
 ==Strategy==
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 A risk adverse player may want to avoid using this spell in unexplored areas. In the worst case scenario, a dangerous monster like [[Jorgrun]] could show up mid-combat, prevent you from moving, and now you're in deep trouble. Not only will you have taken upwards of 60 fire damage from the explosion, plus 20 from the flame cloud, but you'll have to contend with said dangerous monster.
-In any case, this spell falls off once you get some stronger Summoning spells, since explosions hurt your allies too. That isn't a big deal when your best summon is [[Call Canine Familiar]], but it's more dubious if it'd remove your [[Summon Forest]] and [[Summon Cactus Giant|cactus giant]].
+In any case, this spell falls off somewhat once you get some stronger Forgecraft spells, since explosions hurt your other constructs too.
 ===Tips & Tricks===
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 :Where @ is the player, "9" is the golem, and "m" is a monster. The monster will not walk diagonally towards you, and will hit the golem until the explosion ensues.
 *The explosion is very [[loud]], so watch out for the monsters you'll attract.
 *Watch out for foes with reaching attacks or polearms while using this spell, as they will usually ignore the golem and attack you while you stand behind it.
 ==History==
-{{CBA|0.33|this spell will be renamed '''Forge Blazeheart Golem''' and become a [[Forgecraft]]/Fire spell.}}
+Prior to [[0.33]], this spell was called '''Summon Blazeheart Golem''' and was level 4 [[Summoning]]/Fire.
 *Prior to [[0.32]], the golem had <code>6 + pow/12</code> HD, and its explosion did <code>3d(11 + power/12)</code> damage.
 *Summon Blazeheart Golem was introduced in [[0.31]], replacing the explosive side of [[Summon Guardian Golem]].

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 {{spell info}}
 '''Summon Blazeheart Golem''' is a level 4 [[Summonings]]/[[Fire]] spell which summons an explosive golem.
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 Summons a single [[blazeheart golem]]. It must be adjacent to the caster to do most things. If the blazeheart golem is not adjacent for more than 1 turn, it becomes dormant: it will no longer move, attack, or create a fiery core on death. Standing next to the golem afterwards will end dormancy.
-Whenever the blazeheart golem attacks, it loses 1/3rd of its max HP, rounded up.<ref>{{source ref|0.31-b1|melee-attack.cc|924}}</ref>
+Whenever the blazeheart golem attacks, it loses 1/3rd of its max HP, rounded up.<ref>{{source ref|0.32.1|melee-attack.cc|1020}}</ref>
-When a non-dormant blazeheart golem is killed, it will create a fiery core. After exactly 1 player action (no matter how fast or slow), the fiery core will explode. Similar to [[Inner Flame]], this explosion hits 3x3 area, deals <code>3d(11 + power/12)</code> damage (min. 3d11),<ref>{{source ref|0.31-b1|mon-explode.cc|80}}</ref> and creates [[flame cloud]]s on the blast. The explosion is considered your attack, so it will anger [[good god]]s if it hits an ally.
+When a non-dormant blazeheart golem is killed, it will create a fiery core. After exactly 1 player action (no matter how fast or slow), the fiery core will explode. Similar to [[Inner Flame]], this explosion hits 3x3 area, deals <code>3d(12 + power/10)</code> damage (min. 3d12),<ref>{{source ref|0.32.1|mon-explode.cc|83}}</ref> and creates [[flame cloud]]s on the blast. The explosion is considered your attack, so it will anger [[good god]]s if it hits an ally.
-Higher spell power increases the golem's [[HD]], which in turn increases golem HP and explosion damage. The golem's HD equals <code>6 + pow/12</code>.<ref>{{source ref|0.31-b1|spl-summoning.cc|931}}</ref>
+Higher spell power increases the golem's [[HD]], which in turn increases golem HP and explosion damage. The golem's HD equals <code>6 + pow/10</code>.<ref>{{source ref|0.32.1|spl-summoning.cc|955}}</ref>
 There is a summon limit of 1 golem; casting the spell again will cause the old summon to very quickly time out. The fiery core cannot be destroyed by recasting this spell; it explodes immediately.
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 ==History==
 *Summon Blazeheart Golem was introduced in [[0.31]], replacing the explosive side of [[Summon Guardian Golem]].
 ==References==
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 A risk adverse player may want to avoid using this spell in unexplored areas. In the worst case scenario, a dangerous monster like [[Jorgrun]] could show up mid-combat, prevent you from moving, and now you're in deep trouble. Not only will you have taken upwards of 60 fire damage from the explosion, plus 20 from the flame cloud, but you'll have to contend with said dangerous monster.
-In any case, this spell falls off once you get some stronger Summoning spells, since explosions hurt your allies too. Not a big deal when your best summon is [[Call Canine Familiar]], but more dubious if it'd remove your [[Summon Forest]] and [[Summon Cactus Giant|cactus giant]].
+In any case, this spell falls off once you get some stronger Summoning spells, since explosions hurt your allies too. That isn't a big deal when your best summon is [[Call Canine Familiar]], but it's more dubious if it'd remove your [[Summon Forest]] and [[Summon Cactus Giant|cactus giant]].
 ===Tips & Tricks===

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 Don't let yourself get damaged by an explosion, at least without fire resistance:
-*Avoid using this spell when you're around users of [[Ensnare]], [[Mesmerise]], [[Harpoon Shot]], [[Grasping Roots]], those with [[throwing net]]s or a [[wand of roots]], and so on.
+*Avoid using this spell when you're around users of [[Ensnare]], [[Mesmerise]], [[Harpoon Shot]], [[Grasping Roots]], those with [[throwing net]]s or a [[wand of roots]], or any ability that prevents you from moving backwards.
 *Watch out for wall layouts! If you're stuck between the golem and a wall, you might not be able to retreat away from the explosion.
 *Also, don't let your retreat path get blocked by monsters. For example, [[blink]]ing enemies can appear behind you and ruin your day.
-A risk-adverse player may want to avoid using this spell in unexplored areas. In the worst case scenario, a dangerous monster like [[Jorgrun]] could show up, prevent you from moving, and now you're in deep trouble. Not only will you have taken upwards of 60 fire damage from the explosion, plus 20 from the flame cloud, but you'll have to contend with said dangerous monster.
+A risk adverse player may want to avoid using this spell in unexplored areas. In the worst case scenario, a dangerous monster like [[Jorgrun]] could show up mid-combat, prevent you from moving, and now you're in deep trouble. Not only will you have taken upwards of 60 fire damage from the explosion, plus 20 from the flame cloud, but you'll have to contend with said dangerous monster.
 In any case, this spell falls off once you get some stronger Summoning spells, since explosions hurt your allies too. Not a big deal when your best summon is [[Call Canine Familiar]], but more dubious if it'd remove your [[Summon Forest]] and [[Summon Cactus Giant|cactus giant]].

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 ===Tips & Tricks===
 *The explosion happens before monsters get a turn to move.
-*If you're trying to take out a dangerous melee monster, you can use rely on this type of position to block hits:
+*If you're trying to take out a dangerous melee monster, you can use this type of position to block hits:
   .....
   .@9m.
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 *The explosion is very [[loud]], so watch out for the monsters you'll attract.
 *While summons will likely be destroyed by the explosion, you might want to create them anyways. Having a summon behind you will allow you to step backwards, without facing an [[attack of opportunity]].
-*Watch out for foes with reach attacks or polearms while using this spell, as they will ignore the golem and attack you while you stand behind it.
+*Watch out for foes with reaching attacks or polearms while using this spell, as they will usually ignore the golem and attack you while you stand behind it.
 ==History==