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Hordes: /* Spell Details */

2025-11-18T08:51:06Z

‎Spell Details

Hordes at 08:50, 18 November 2025

2025-11-18T08:50:11Z

Hordes: /* Strategy */

2025-10-18T20:46:04Z

‎Strategy

Patrick2011b: update to 0.32

2024-09-23T02:00:22Z

update to 0.32

NormalPerson7: 0.31

2024-02-21T13:28:47Z

0.31

Patrick2011b: /* Starting Equipment */ fix weapon choice

2023-12-20T05:50:06Z

‎Starting Equipment: fix weapon choice

Hordes: armour -> armor

2023-08-26T07:32:51Z

armour -> armor

Hordes: /* Strategy */ reavers are -> Reaver is

2023-06-25T16:02:37Z

‎Strategy: reavers are -> Reaver is

Hordes: /* Spell Details */

2023-05-05T03:14:55Z

‎Spell Details

Hordes: /* Spell Details */

2023-05-05T02:50:41Z

‎Spell Details

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 [[Hailstorm]] doesn't harm the player for using it, but with a range of 2-3, it is a very awkward spell to use. Most characters are limited to 1-2 casts before an enemy gets into melee range. Depending on the character and dungeon loot, it might not be worth it to train Conjurations up to Hailstorm at all. E.g., if you find a decent weapon of [[electrocution]], you can coast off melee for a long time.
-[[Rending Blade]] consumes all your MP (min. 4) to create a blade, which attacks in a line in melee. You'll get the MP back (minus the 4 used to cast the spell) once the blade dies. It may not be wise to rush for this spell, instead aiming for it once your melee is reliable.
+[[Rending Blade]] consumes all your MP (min. 4) to create a blade, which attacks in a line whenever you hit a melee atack. You'll get the MP back (minus the 4 used to cast the spell) once the blade dies. It may not be wise to rush for this spell, instead aiming for it once your melee is reliable.
 ==History==

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 {{flavour|Reavers have an assortment of powerful, but highly situational, conjurations to draw upon when their skill in melee is insufficient. They start with a simple weapon of their choice and leather armour.}}
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 *[[Momentum Strike]]
 *[[Hailstorm]]
 Reavers start with the [[Kiss of Death]] spell memorised.
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 [[Momentum Strike]], like Kiss of Death, is not a main source of damage. It deals relatively high damage, but if you hit, ''you are prevented from moving'' for a few turns. And if you can't move, you can't cast this spell (e.g. it has a cooldown). Position yourself in a hallway or other advantageous position before casting this spell. Due to its casting limitations, Momentum Strike is closer to a support spell than an actual killing tool.
-[[Hailstorm]] doesn't harm the player for using it, but with a range of 2-3, it is a very awkward spell to use. Most characters are limited to 1-2 casts before an enemy gets into melee range. Depending on the character and dungeon loot, it might not be worth it to train Conjurations up to Hailstorm at all.
+[[Hailstorm]] doesn't harm the player for using it, but with a range of 2-3, it is a very awkward spell to use. Most characters are limited to 1-2 casts before an enemy gets into melee range. Depending on the character and dungeon loot, it might not be worth it to train Conjurations up to Hailstorm at all. E.g., if you find a decent weapon of [[electrocution]], you can coast off melee for a long time.
 ==History==
 *The Reaver background was reintroduced in [[0.30]], with an entirely new set of spells.
 *Reaver was removed in version [[0.8]]. This version could start with the [[Book of Conjurations]] (Ice) or [[Book of Conjurations (fire+earth)|Book of Conjurations (Fire)]].

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 ==Strategy==
-Reavers should be treated as melee warriors, with a little extra power from their set of spells. Their spells have a theme: limited use, but powerful.
+Reavers should initially be treated as melee warriors, with a little extra power from their set of spells. Their spells have a theme: limited use, but powerful.
-Reaver is a flexible background. If you've found a set of [[plate armour]], don't be afraid to rely entirely on melee for a while. If you've found a [[Book of Conjurations]], then you have a path towards general spellcasting. Being a "pure hybrid" isn't always possible; some characters will spend the rest of the game focusing on melee or magic.
+Reaver is a flexible background. If you've found a set of [[plate armour]], don't be afraid to rely entirely on melee for a while. If you've found a [[Book of Conjurations]], then you have a path towards general spellcasting. Being a "pure hybrid" isn't always the best path; some characters will spend the rest of the game focusing on one of melee or magic.
 ===Spell Details===

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 {{flavour|Reavers have an assortment of powerful, but highly situational, conjurations to draw upon when their skill in melee is insufficient. They start with a simple weapon of their choice and leather armour.}}
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 ==Preferred Species==
-[[Gnoll]], [[Tengu]], [[Barachi]], [[Demonspawn]], [[Draconian]], and [[Hill Orc]] are the recommended species if you pick a Reaver Background.
+[[Gnoll]], [[Tengu]], [[Barachi]], [[Demonspawn]], [[Draconian]], and [[Mountain Dwarf]] are the recommended species if you pick the Reaver Background.
 ==Starting Equipment==
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 Reaver is a flexible background. If you've found a set of [[plate armour]], don't be afraid to rely entirely on melee for a while. If you've found a [[Book of Conjurations]], then you have a path towards general spellcasting. Being a "pure hybrid" isn't always possible; some characters will spend the rest of the game focusing on melee or magic.
-=== Spell Details ===
+===Spell Details===
 [[Kiss of Death]] should be thought of as a consumable, like [[Brigand]]'s darts or [[Gladiator]]'s [[throwing net]]s. It deals extreme damage for its level and ignores [[EV]]. However, it [[drain]]s a good chunk of your max HP (temporarily). You can cure draining by killing monsters. You should use Kiss of Death sparingly, but it can be a strong option against early [[gnoll (monster)|gnolls]], [[adder]]s, and other scary monsters. Past D:4 or so, this spell becomes too weak to deal with dangerous threats. Training 1-2 levels of Necromancy skill, in addition to Conjurations, can be worthwhile.
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 *The Reaver background was reintroduced in [[0.30]], with an entirely new set of spells.
 *Reaver was removed in version [[0.8]]. This version could start with the [[Book of Conjurations]] (Ice) or [[Book of Conjurations (fire+earth)|Book of Conjurations (Fire)]].
-** Ice contained [[Magic Dart]], [[Throw Frost]], [[Mephitic Cloud]], [[Lightning Bolt]], [[Bolt of Cold]], and [[Freezing Cloud]]
+**Ice contained [[Magic Dart]], [[Throw Frost]], [[Mephitic Cloud]], [[Lightning Bolt]], [[Bolt of Cold]], and [[Freezing Cloud]]
-** Fire contained [[Magic Dart]], [[Throw Flame]], [[Stone Arrow]], [[Conjure Flame]], [[Bolt of Magma]], and [[Bolt of Fire]].
+**Fire contained [[Magic Dart]], [[Throw Flame]], [[Stone Arrow]], [[Conjure Flame]], [[Bolt of Magma]], and [[Bolt of Fire]].
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 ==Starting Equipment==
 Some [[species]] may receive different items based on their unique restrictions.
-*+0 [[weapon of choice]] ([[short sword]], [[hand axe]], [[spear]], [[short sword]] or [[mace]])
+*+0 [[weapon of choice]] ([[short sword]], [[hand axe]], [[spear]], [[falchion]] or [[mace]])
 *+0 [[leather armour]]

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 Reavers should be treated as melee warriors, with a little extra power from their set of spells. Their spells have a theme: limited use, but powerful.
-Reavers are a flexible background. If you've found a set of [[plate armor]], don't be afraid to rely entirely on melee for a while. If you've found a [[Book of Conjurations]], then you have a path towards general spellcasting. Being a "pure hybrid" isn't always possible; some characters will spend the rest of the game focusing on melee or magic.
+Reaver is a flexible background. If you've found a set of [[plate armor]], don't be afraid to rely entirely on melee for a while. If you've found a [[Book of Conjurations]], then you have a path towards general spellcasting. Being a "pure hybrid" isn't always possible; some characters will spend the rest of the game focusing on melee or magic.
 === Spell Details ===

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 === Spell Details ===
-[[Kiss of Death]] should be thought of as a consumable, like [[Brigand]]'s darts or [[Gladiator]]'s [[throwing net]]s. It deals extreme damage for its level and ignores [[EV]]. However, it [[drain]]s a good chunk of your max HP (temporarily). You can get max HP back by killing monsters.
+[[Kiss of Death]] should be thought of as a consumable, like [[Brigand]]'s darts or [[Gladiator]]'s [[throwing net]]s. It deals extreme damage for its level and ignores [[EV]]. However, it [[drain]]s a good chunk of your max HP (temporarily). You can cure draining by killing monsters. You should use Kiss of Death sparingly, but it can be a strong option against early [[gnoll (monster)|gnolls]], [[adder]]s, and other scary monsters. Past D:4 or so, this spell becomes too weak to deal with dangerous threats, at least on its own. Training 1-2 levels of Necromancy skill, in addition to Conjurations, can be worthwhile.
-You should use Kiss of Death sparingly, but it can be a strong option against early [[gnoll (monster)|gnolls]], [[adder]]s, and other scary monsters. Past D:4 or so, this spell becomes too weak to deal with dangerous threats (on its own). Training 1-2 levels of Necromancy skill, in addition to Conjurations, can be worthwhile.
+[[Momentum Strike]], like Kiss of Death, is not a main source of damage. It deals relatively high damage, but if you hit, ''you are prevented from moving'' for a few turns. And if you can't move, you can't cast this spell (e.g. it has a cooldown). Position yourself in a hallway or other advantageous position before casting this spell. Due to its casting limitations, Momentum Strike is closer to a support spell than an actual killing tool.
-[[Momentum Strike]], like Kiss of Death, is not a main source of damage. It deals relatively high damage, but if you hit, ''you are prevented from moving'' for a few turns. In addition, this spell has a cooldown: if you are unable to move, you are unable to cast this spell. Position yourself in a hallway or other advantageous position before casting this spell. Due to its casting limitations, Momentum Strike is closer to a support spell than an actual killing tool.
+[[Hailstorm]] doesn't harm the player for using it, but with a range of 2-3, it is a very awkward spell to use. Most characters are limited to 1-2 casts before an enemy gets into melee range. Depending on the character and dungeon loot, it might not be worth it to train Conjurations up to Hailstorm at all.
 ==History==