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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, Norris constantly has an aura of [[shallow water]] around him, similar to [[water nymph]]s. | In addition to his spells, Norris constantly has an aura of [[shallow water]] around him, similar to [[water nymph]]s. | ||
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==Tips & Tricks== | ==Tips & Tricks== | ||
| − | *Like [[tarantella]] | + | *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. | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
| − | *In [[0.31]], Norris | + | {{CBA|0.32|Norris will get [[Draining Gaze]] instead of [[Brain Bite]].}} |
| + | *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. | ||
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Latest revision as of 20:48, 10 February 2024
Version 0.31: This article is up to date for the latest stable release of Dungeon Crawl Stone Soup.
Norris @ 
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| HP | 138-280 |
| HD | 20 |
| XP | 2308 |
| 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 | Brain Bite (4-8*) | Priest flag |
| Slot2 | Primal Wave (3d26) | 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.
History
- In 0.32, Norris will get Draining Gaze instead of Brain Bite.
- 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.
