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  |name = Throwing net
 
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  |weight = 3.0
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-Edna St. Vincent Millay, "When the Year Grows Old". 1917.}}
 
-Edna St. Vincent Millay, "When the Year Grows Old". 1917.}}
  
'''Throwing nets''' are [[Throwing]] weapons which deal no damage directly, but which can be used to temporarily disable foes and render them susceptible to powerful [[stabbing]] attacks. Anything that fails to [[ev]]ade a throwing net becomes entangled and loses the ability to move or make most attacks (spellcasting is unaffected, but all other attacks automatically fail). Because stabbing attacks can deal phenomenal amounts of damage, throwing nets can be useful for quickly subduing even powerful [[unique]]s in a few turns. This is usually done from fairly close range, giving you time to reach the enemy in melee and finish them off before they escape. Alternatively, you can net an opponent at the edge of your [[line of sight]] that you don't want to deal with, then walk away. This allows you to escape from fast opponents that could normally catch up to you. Be aware that throwing nets are ineffective against [[list of jellies|jellies]], monsters that are giant-[[size]] or larger, and against [[insubstantial]] monsters.
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'''Throwing nets''' are [[Throwing]] implements which deal no damage directly, but [[constriction|ensnare]] their foe, lowering their [[ev]]asion and allowing [[stab]]bing attacks.
  
A throwing net's effect lasts until the victim manages to destroy the net. Each time the victim is prevented from acting due to the net, it attempts to escape. When the entangled monster escapes or dies, there is a chance that the throwing net will [[mulch]].
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==Useful Info==
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Nets can be used to ensnare opponents. If the net hits, it has the following effects:
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*[[EV]] of the target is reduced
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**Player EV is divided by 2
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**Monster EV is divided by <code>2 + [[size|body size]]</code> (tiny is 1, little is 2, etc.)
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*Prevents physical movement (including abilities like [[Barachi|hopping]]), melee attacks, and use of [[ranged weapon]]s
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*Monsters are vulnerable to low-tier [[stab]]s
  
[[Gladiator]]s begin play with a stack of throwing nets, and they can be found as random loot throughout the Dungeon. Also, enemy [[Gnoll (monster)|gnoll]]s and [[list of merfolk|merfolk]] occasionally generate with throwing nets, though they usually use them as soon as you enter their [[line of sight]], giving you plenty of time to escape.
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[[Insubstantial]] and [[list of jellies|jelly]] creatures are immune to nets. Player with the [[slick slippers]] unrand are also immune.
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Creatures can struggle through a net, which will eventually break it. Nets can also be escaped via [[blink]], [[teleport]], and certain abilities (like [[Ru]]'s Draw Out Power and [[Zin]]'s Sanctuary).
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Unlike other [[Throwing]] implements, monsters do not have infinite ammo with throwing nets.
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===Mulching===
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Victims will struggle if they try to move or melee attack. Eventually, the net will break, letting them free.
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Every time a victim struggles, they deal <code>1d4</code> "damage" to the net. After taking 8 or more damage, the net breaks.<ref>{{source ref|0.30.0|traps.cc|884}}</ref><ref>{{source ref|0.30.0|traps.h|17}}</ref> If they die or escape via other means (such as teleportation), the net has a <code>damage in 9</code> chance of being destroyed. <ref>{{source ref|0.30.0|traps.cc|949}}</ref>
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The [[Apportation]] spell can be used to recover a net, even if it's still on a monster. This can mulch the net, as if the monster had otherwise died/escaped. You cannot apport nets that are on you.
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==Sources==
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[[Gladiator]]s begin play with a stack of throwing nets, and they can be found as random loot throughout the Dungeon. They are also held by [[Gnoll (monster)|gnolls]] and [[list of merfolk|merfolk]], though they'll usually throw the net at you, first.
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[[Net trap]]s, mostly found in [[Zot]]:5 and [[the Tomb]], can drop a net on you, but these nets cannot be retrieved.
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==Strategy==
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Nets can be used to escape from a monster, to stab enemies, or to get the edge during a dangerous fight. They are quite rare, so use them wisely. Keep in mind that nets are able to miss.
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Few monsters in the game are immune to nets. Even "bosses" like [[the Royal Jelly]], all [[pandemonium lord]]s, and 3 of the 4 [[Hell]] lords ([[Antaeus]] is giant) can be netted.
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Watch out for enemy nets. As soon as you enter D:2, [[Gnoll (monster)|gnolls]] can generate with them. Nets are just as dangerous in enemy hands as yours; they can make a sticky situation that much more dangerous.
  
 
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==History==
 
==History==
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*Prior to [[0.31]], [[Size#Giant|giant]] creatures were immune to nets, but jellies weren't.
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*Prior to [[0.26]], you could retrieve nets dropped from [[net trap]]s.
 
*Prior to [[0.19]], the mechanics of escaping nets were more complicated. A creature caught in a net could escape it by either ripping the net or slipping out of it. Being [[Size#Small|small]], [[EV|evasive]] and [[dexterity|dexterous]] (player only) made slipping out of nets more likely. On the other hand, [[Size#Big|big]], [[Strength|strong]], and [[berserk]]ing creatures were more likely to rip the net. Nearby creatures were adding tension, which sped up both escaping and destroying nets for the player. Cutting weapons, especially [[flaming]] and [[vorpal]] ones, as well as [[claws]], were good for shredding nets. Also, confused creatures, including the player, had a chance to struggle in a net without any result.
 
*Prior to [[0.19]], the mechanics of escaping nets were more complicated. A creature caught in a net could escape it by either ripping the net or slipping out of it. Being [[Size#Small|small]], [[EV|evasive]] and [[dexterity|dexterous]] (player only) made slipping out of nets more likely. On the other hand, [[Size#Big|big]], [[Strength|strong]], and [[berserk]]ing creatures were more likely to rip the net. Nearby creatures were adding tension, which sped up both escaping and destroying nets for the player. Cutting weapons, especially [[flaming]] and [[vorpal]] ones, as well as [[claws]], were good for shredding nets. Also, confused creatures, including the player, had a chance to struggle in a net without any result.
 
*Prior to [[0.15]], any flying creature had an additional 66.6% chance to avoid any nets thrown at it, separate from the normal miss chance.
 
*Prior to [[0.15]], any flying creature had an additional 66.6% chance to avoid any nets thrown at it, separate from the normal miss chance.
 
*Prior to [[0.14]], flying opponents were completely immune to throwing nets, and instead of simply mulching, throwing nets would go through an elaborate deterioration process before finally falling apart entirely. Also, only medium or larger characters were able to use them.
 
*Prior to [[0.14]], flying opponents were completely immune to throwing nets, and instead of simply mulching, throwing nets would go through an elaborate deterioration process before finally falling apart entirely. Also, only medium or larger characters were able to use them.
  
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==References==
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[[Category:Throwing]]

Latest revision as of 10:17, 17 January 2024

Version 0.31: This article may not be up to date for the latest stable release of Crawl.
Name Throwing net
Launcher Throwing
Base damage 0
Base delay (%) 10 (100%)
Min delay 7 at skill 6
A mesh of ropes knotted together with weights around the edge. Originally used by hunters to entangle and entrap prey, it soon found obvious application in battle and gladiatorial arenas. Struggling victims can eventually destroy the net and break free, if they live long enough.

"The look of a scared thing
Sitting in a net!"

-Edna St. Vincent Millay, "When the Year Grows Old". 1917.

Throwing nets are Throwing implements which deal no damage directly, but ensnare their foe, lowering their evasion and allowing stabbing attacks.

Useful Info

Nets can be used to ensnare opponents. If the net hits, it has the following effects:

  • EV of the target is reduced
    • Player EV is divided by 2
    • Monster EV is divided by 2 + body size (tiny is 1, little is 2, etc.)
  • Prevents physical movement (including abilities like hopping), melee attacks, and use of ranged weapons
  • Monsters are vulnerable to low-tier stabs

Insubstantial and jelly creatures are immune to nets. Player with the slick slippers unrand are also immune.

Creatures can struggle through a net, which will eventually break it. Nets can also be escaped via blink, teleport, and certain abilities (like Ru's Draw Out Power and Zin's Sanctuary).

Unlike other Throwing implements, monsters do not have infinite ammo with throwing nets.

Mulching

Victims will struggle if they try to move or melee attack. Eventually, the net will break, letting them free.

Every time a victim struggles, they deal 1d4 "damage" to the net. After taking 8 or more damage, the net breaks.[1][2] If they die or escape via other means (such as teleportation), the net has a damage in 9 chance of being destroyed. [3]

The Apportation spell can be used to recover a net, even if it's still on a monster. This can mulch the net, as if the monster had otherwise died/escaped. You cannot apport nets that are on you.

Sources

Gladiators begin play with a stack of throwing nets, and they can be found as random loot throughout the Dungeon. They are also held by gnolls and merfolk, though they'll usually throw the net at you, first.

Net traps, mostly found in Zot:5 and the Tomb, can drop a net on you, but these nets cannot be retrieved.

Strategy

Nets can be used to escape from a monster, to stab enemies, or to get the edge during a dangerous fight. They are quite rare, so use them wisely. Keep in mind that nets are able to miss.

Few monsters in the game are immune to nets. Even "bosses" like the Royal Jelly, all pandemonium lords, and 3 of the 4 Hell lords (Antaeus is giant) can be netted.

Watch out for enemy nets. As soon as you enter D:2, gnolls can generate with them. Nets are just as dangerous in enemy hands as yours; they can make a sticky situation that much more dangerous.

Throwing net
Throwing net.png

History

  • Prior to 0.31, giant creatures were immune to nets, but jellies weren't.
  • Prior to 0.26, you could retrieve nets dropped from net traps.
  • Prior to 0.19, the mechanics of escaping nets were more complicated. A creature caught in a net could escape it by either ripping the net or slipping out of it. Being small, evasive and dexterous (player only) made slipping out of nets more likely. On the other hand, big, strong, and berserking creatures were more likely to rip the net. Nearby creatures were adding tension, which sped up both escaping and destroying nets for the player. Cutting weapons, especially flaming and vorpal ones, as well as claws, were good for shredding nets. Also, confused creatures, including the player, had a chance to struggle in a net without any result.
  • Prior to 0.15, any flying creature had an additional 66.6% chance to avoid any nets thrown at it, separate from the normal miss chance.
  • Prior to 0.14, flying opponents were completely immune to throwing nets, and instead of simply mulching, throwing nets would go through an elaborate deterioration process before finally falling apart entirely. Also, only medium or larger characters were able to use them.

References

  1. traps.cc:884 (0.30.0)
  2. traps.h:17 (0.30.0)
  3. traps.cc:949 (0.30.0)
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