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| − | The explosion deals <code>Nd(5 + | + | The explosion deals <code>Nd(5 + weapon_dmg/2)</code> additional damage to the target and all monsters adjacent to it.<ref>{{source ref|0.30.1|art-func.h|751}}</ref><ref>{{source ref|0.31.0|spl-damage.cc|1747}}</ref> It cannot miss. It does not affect [[invisible]] monsters, nor does it affect the player. |
Like [[Shatter]], the number of dice 'N' is dependent on the monster hurt: | Like [[Shatter]], the number of dice 'N' is dependent on the monster hurt: | ||
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==Desirability== | ==Desirability== | ||
| − | '''Devastator'''<ref>{{source ref|0.31.0|art-data.txt|1233}}</ref> is basically a well-enchanted [[club]] with extra splash damage. It's especially useful against swarms of fragile enemies, like [[killer bee]]s, | + | '''Devastator'''<ref>{{source ref|0.31.0|art-data.txt|1233}}</ref> is basically a well-enchanted [[club]] with a "brand" that deals extra splash damage. It's especially useful against swarms of fragile enemies, like [[killer bee]]s. However, it's still great against lone enemies in the early- and mid-game. Later on, you'll want to switch to an [[eveningstar]] or [[demon whip]] - these deal more damage against single targets. |
This artefact is more likely to spawn in the early game, where it is more likely to be useful. | This artefact is more likely to spawn in the early game, where it is more likely to be useful. | ||
Revision as of 09:25, 25 January 2024
| A wooden cudgel, loaded with more than just lead. |
the +6 shillelagh "Devastator"
+6 shillelagh (modified club; 8 base damage)
Causes a 3x3 explosion when damage is dealt[1]
Contents
Mechanics
The explosion deals Nd(5 + weapon_dmg/2) additional damage to the target and all monsters adjacent to it.[2][3] It cannot miss. It does not affect invisible monsters, nor does it affect the player.
Like Shatter, the number of dice 'N' is dependent on the monster hurt:
| Target | N |
|---|---|
| Monsters made from metal, stone or crystal | 6 |
| Insubstantial monsters | 1 |
| Petrifying/Petrified (reduced later by petrification reduction) | 6 |
| Monsters made from ice or bone | 6 |
| Slimy monsters | 1 |
| Flying monsters | 1 |
| All other monsters | 3 |
Note that N is calculated for each individual monster, so targeting a metallic monster won't make the explosion cause more damage to flying monsters nearby.
Against a regular non-flying monster, you can expect an average of 7.5 + (75% * wpn_dmg) explosion damage, but unlike brands, it is affected by AC.
Desirability
Devastator[4] is basically a well-enchanted club with a "brand" that deals extra splash damage. It's especially useful against swarms of fragile enemies, like killer bees. However, it's still great against lone enemies in the early- and mid-game. Later on, you'll want to switch to an eveningstar or demon whip - these deal more damage against single targets.
This artefact is more likely to spawn in the early game, where it is more likely to be useful.
History
- In 0.29, Devastator creates noise again, though is much quieter.
- Prior to 0.28, Devastator was not explicitly likely to spawn in the early-game.
- Prior to 0.27, Devastator's explosions were very loud instead of being completely silent.
- Prior to 0.15, Devastator had a +4, +8 enchantment level.
- Devastator was added in 0.10.
References
- ↑ spl-damage.cc:1701 (0.31.0)
- ↑ art-func.h:751 (0.30.1)
- ↑ spl-damage.cc:1747 (0.31.0)
- ↑ art-data.txt:1233 (0.31.0)
