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| − | '''Sphinxes''' are hefty late-game beasts that pack a wide variety of debilitating [[Hexes]] in their spell lists. Because they can [[paralyze]] you, they're a much bigger threat when other enemies are around than when alone, but even then they have some decent melee attacks and the ability to [[smite]]. They can be found individually in [[the Depths]] | + | '''Sphinxes''' are hefty late-game beasts that pack a wide variety of debilitating [[Hexes]] in their spell lists. Because they can [[paralyze]] you, they're a much bigger threat when other enemies are around than when alone, but even then they have some decent melee attacks and the ability to [[smite]]. They can be found individually in [[the Depths]] and [[the Vaults]], and in a large, dangerous pack in [[the Tomb]]. They are also occasionally summoned by the [[unique]] sorceress [[Kirke]]. |
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*An [[amulet of stasis]] will guard against their most powerful weapon, but there's no substitute for loading up on [[magic resistance]]. High MR will render them almost incapable of disabling you. | *An [[amulet of stasis]] will guard against their most powerful weapon, but there's no substitute for loading up on [[magic resistance]]. High MR will render them almost incapable of disabling you. | ||
| − | *Strong summonsed allies can usually take out a sphinx without trouble. In the worst case, you may be incapacitated by a spell, but your allies | + | *Strong summonsed allies can usually take out a sphinx without trouble. In the worst case, you may be incapacitated by a spell, but your allies will kill or distract it until the effect wears off. |
*If you see a sphinx with several strong allies that you're not ready for, consider [[teleport]]ing or using a [[Controlled Blink]] immediately. You may not get a second chance. | *If you see a sphinx with several strong allies that you're not ready for, consider [[teleport]]ing or using a [[Controlled Blink]] immediately. You may not get a second chance. | ||
| − | *You | + | *You can summon your own friendly sphinxes with the spell [[Monstrous Menagerie]]. |
Revision as of 13:54, 6 January 2015
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sphinx H 
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|---|---|
| HP | 68-107 |
| HD | 16 |
| XP | 2263 |
| Speed | 11 |
| AC | 5 |
| EV | 5 |
| Will | 64 |
| Attack1 | 25 (hit: plain) |
| Attack2 | 12 (hit: plain) |
| Attack3 | 12 (hit: plain) |
| Resistances | rDrown |
| Vulnerabilities | None |
| Habitat | Land |
| Intelligence | High |
| Uses | Open doors |
| Holiness | Natural |
| Size | Big |
| Type | sphinx, sphinx |
| Flags | Actual spells Flying Hybrid See invisible Speaks Spellcaster Warm-blooded |
| A large creature with a woman's head, a lion's body and the wings of a huge bird, able to cloud the minds of its foes and wield fell magics. |
Useful Info
Sphinxes are hefty late-game beasts that pack a wide variety of debilitating Hexes in their spell lists. Because they can paralyze you, they're a much bigger threat when other enemies are around than when alone, but even then they have some decent melee attacks and the ability to smite. They can be found individually in the Depths and the Vaults, and in a large, dangerous pack in the Tomb. They are also occasionally summoned by the unique sorceress Kirke.
Spells
| Spell set | |
|---|---|
| Slot1 | Confuse (50% success rate when MR=54) |
| Slot2 | Paralyse (50% success rate when MR=54) |
| Slot3 | Minor Healing (2d8) |
| Slot4 | Smiting (7-17) |
| Slot5 | Slow (50% success rate when MR=54) |
| Slot6 | Minor Healing (2d8) |
Tips & Tricks
- An amulet of stasis will guard against their most powerful weapon, but there's no substitute for loading up on magic resistance. High MR will render them almost incapable of disabling you.
- Strong summonsed allies can usually take out a sphinx without trouble. In the worst case, you may be incapacitated by a spell, but your allies will kill or distract it until the effect wears off.
- If you see a sphinx with several strong allies that you're not ready for, consider teleporting or using a Controlled Blink immediately. You may not get a second chance.
- You can summon your own friendly sphinxes with the spell Monstrous Menagerie.
