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==Useful Info== | ==Useful Info== | ||
| − | '''Norris the Philosopher''' is a [[unique]] spellcaster. He arrives with a band of [[skyshark]]s, confusing melee attacks, and a number of spells. | + | '''Norris the Philosopher''' is a [[unique]] spellcaster. He arrives with a band of [[skyshark]]s, confusing melee attacks, and a number of perplexing spells. |
| − | In addition to his spells, | + | In addition to his spells, Norris constantly has an aura of [[shallow water]] around him, similar to [[water nymph]]s. |
==Location== | ==Location== | ||
| − | *[Elven Halls]] | + | *[[Elven Halls]] |
*[[The Vaults]]:1-4 | *[[The Vaults]]:1-4 | ||
*[[The Depths]]:1-3 | *[[The Depths]]:1-3 | ||
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==Tips & Tricks== | ==Tips & Tricks== | ||
| + | *Like [[tarantella]]s, his melee confusion can only be resisted by [[clarity]]. [[Mummies]] in particular should watch out. | ||
*Primal Wave knocks you back, so watch out when using [[stair]]s. | *Primal Wave knocks you back, so watch out when using [[stair]]s. | ||
| + | *Draining Gaze drains MP quickly, so you'll want a way to kill him that doesn't require MP. Buffs (such as [[potion of haste|haste]] and [[potion of might|might]]), throwables (such as [[javelin]]s and [[throwing net]]s), and evocables (both [[wand]]s and [[Evocable items#Miscellaneous Evokers|XP evokers]]) should all be considered. | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
| − | *In [[0.31]], Norris | + | *Prior to [[0.32]], Norris had [[Brain Bite]] instead of [[Draining Gaze]]. |
| + | *In [[0.31]], Norris was re-introduced. | ||
:Prior to this version, Norris was known as Norris the Nihilist, and did not have skysharks or a water aura. His spells were [[Brain Feed]], [[Smiting]], [[Invisibility]], [[Confuse]], and [[Paralyse]]. | :Prior to this version, Norris was known as Norris the Nihilist, and did not have skysharks or a water aura. His spells were [[Brain Feed]], [[Smiting]], [[Invisibility]], [[Confuse]], and [[Paralyse]]. | ||
| − | *In [[0.19]], Norris bit the dust. | + | *In [[0.19]], Norris bit the dust. |
*In ancient versions of ''Crawl'', Norris' tile showed him carrying a surfboard. This is reintroduced as of 0.31. | *In ancient versions of ''Crawl'', Norris' tile showed him carrying a surfboard. This is reintroduced as of 0.31. | ||
[[Category:Human]] | [[Category:Human]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 04:00, 4 January 2025
Version 0.32: This article may not be up to date for the latest stable release of Crawl.
Norris @ 
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| HP | 138-280 |
| HD | 20 |
| XP | 2329 |
| Speed | 10 |
| AC | 1 |
| EV | 9 |
| Will | 140 |
| Attack1 | 36 (hit: confuse)
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| Resistances | rDrown |
| Vulnerabilities | None |
| Habitat | Amphibious |
| Intelligence | Human |
| Uses | Weapons & armour Starting equipment Open doors |
| Holiness | Natural |
| Size | Medium |
| Type | human, human |
| Flags | See invisible Evil Speaks Warm-blooded Unique Male |
| A relaxed water cultist with a healthy tan and a soothing voice. He doesn't really care if it is you or he who dies — “both” would probably be the best option.
““Death and death alone gives meaning to life and this meaning is entirely negative.” |
Useful Info
Norris the Philosopher is a unique spellcaster. He arrives with a band of skysharks, confusing melee attacks, and a number of perplexing spells.
In addition to his spells, Norris constantly has an aura of shallow water around him, similar to water nymphs.
Location
- Elven Halls
- The Vaults:1-4
- The Depths:1-3
Spells
| Spell set I | ||
|---|---|---|
| Slot1 | Draining Gaze | Priest flag |
| Slot2 | Primal Wave (3d30) | Priest flag |
Tips & Tricks
- Like tarantellas, his melee confusion can only be resisted by clarity. Mummies in particular should watch out.
- Primal Wave knocks you back, so watch out when using stairs.
- Draining Gaze drains MP quickly, so you'll want a way to kill him that doesn't require MP. Buffs (such as haste and might), throwables (such as javelins and throwing nets), and evocables (both wands and XP evokers) should all be considered.
History
- Prior to 0.32, Norris had Brain Bite instead of Draining Gaze.
- In 0.31, Norris was re-introduced.
- Prior to this version, Norris was known as Norris the Nihilist, and did not have skysharks or a water aura. His spells were Brain Feed, Smiting, Invisibility, Confuse, and Paralyse.
- In 0.19, Norris bit the dust.
- In ancient versions of Crawl, Norris' tile showed him carrying a surfboard. This is reintroduced as of 0.31.
