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''This article is about the monster. For a list of monsters capable of torment, see [[Torment#Sources of Torment (Monsters)|the main page on torment]].'' | ''This article is about the monster. For a list of monsters capable of torment, see [[Torment#Sources of Torment (Monsters)|the main page on torment]].'' | ||
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==Tips & Tricks== | ==Tips & Tricks== | ||
*Tormentors are fast monsters which can halve your HP every turn. Not a big threat by themselves, but when near other monsters, make sure to finish them quickly. | *Tormentors are fast monsters which can halve your HP every turn. Not a big threat by themselves, but when near other monsters, make sure to finish them quickly. | ||
| − | *Tormentors can't see [[invisible]]. While being invisible won't stop them from ever casting Symbol of Torment, it greatly reduces the frequency. | + | *Tormentors can't see [[invisible]]. While being invisible won't stop them from ever casting Symbol of Torment, it greatly reduces the frequency. |
| + | *Tormentors are more hesitant to use Symbol of Torment with torment-vulnerable monsters nearby, especially if that includes their summoner. | ||
*They have moderate [[willpower]], so status [[wand]]s can work well. A [[scroll of fear]] can scare them off with some reliability. | *They have moderate [[willpower]], so status [[wand]]s can work well. A [[scroll of fear]] can scare them off with some reliability. | ||
| − | + | *As always, [[life protection]] (rN+) helps take the sting out of Torment (5% reduction per rank). See the [[torment]] page for other means of reducing torment damage. | |
| − | *As always, [[life protection]] (rN+) helps take the sting out of Torment | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
| − | * | + | *Prior to [[0.27]], tormentors used to cast the [[Pain]] spell. |
*Prior to [[0.9]], tormentors were [[tier-3 demon]]s. | *Prior to [[0.9]], tormentors were [[tier-3 demon]]s. | ||
*Prior to [[0.6]], tormentors only possessed Symbol of Torment in their emergency slot, meaning they would virtually never use it, [[Zin]]'s Sanctuary ability being one of the few ways to make them do so. | *Prior to [[0.6]], tormentors only possessed Symbol of Torment in their emergency slot, meaning they would virtually never use it, [[Zin]]'s Sanctuary ability being one of the few ways to make them do so. | ||
[[Category:Demon]] | [[Category:Demon]] | ||
Latest revision as of 21:52, 9 May 2026
Version 0.34: This article is up to date for the latest stable release of Dungeon Crawl Stone Soup.
This article is about the monster. For a list of monsters capable of torment, see the main page on torment.
tormentor 2 
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| HP | 25-52 |
| HD | 7 |
| XP | 348 |
| Speed | 13 |
| AC | 12 |
| EV | 12 |
| Will | 60 |
| Attack1 | 8 (hit: pain) |
| Attack2 | 8 (hit: pain)
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| Resistances | rF+ rPois+ rMiasma rN+++ rTorm |
| Vulnerabilities | Holy |
| Habitat | Land |
| Intelligence | Human |
| Uses | Open doors |
| Holiness | Demonic |
| Size | Medium |
| Type | tormentor, tormentor |
| Flags | Speaks Evil |
| A malign devil covered in all manner of claws, spines, and cruel hooks. It is able to inflict torturous agony on those foolish enough to gaze upon it.
“Thou art to me a delicious torment.” |
Contents
Useful Info
Tormentors are terrible tier-2 demons which inflict torment, tearing up characters without immunity or heavy resistance. They can be found in the Abyss, Pandemonium, the Hells, and some monsters may summon them with Summon Greater Demon.
Spells
| Spell set I | ||
|---|---|---|
| Slot1 | Symbol of Torment | Magical flag |
Tips & Tricks
- Tormentors are fast monsters which can halve your HP every turn. Not a big threat by themselves, but when near other monsters, make sure to finish them quickly.
- Tormentors can't see invisible. While being invisible won't stop them from ever casting Symbol of Torment, it greatly reduces the frequency.
- Tormentors are more hesitant to use Symbol of Torment with torment-vulnerable monsters nearby, especially if that includes their summoner.
- They have moderate willpower, so status wands can work well. A scroll of fear can scare them off with some reliability.
- As always, life protection (rN+) helps take the sting out of Torment (5% reduction per rank). See the torment page for other means of reducing torment damage.
