Moat

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Moats, pools and swamps, }, are bodies of water. Entering a water square without any precautions causes you to "Sink like a rock!". If there is a floor next to the water, you will climb out and not drown. If your burden status is at least stressed, you will automatically drop some of your gear to lose enough weight to avoid drowning. However, your objects may become wet.

Fort Ludios, the Castle, and the Wizard of Yendor's room are surrounded by moats. Swamps are found on Juiblex's and Medusa's level, and pools are formed, for example, when a fountain is broken with a pick-axe.

Many sea monsters live in water areas. They will try to grab you and drown you. To avoid this, you should wear an oilskin cloak or greased armor. If you can detect the sea monsters from afar, you may kill them with some missiles or polearms. In case this is not an option, you should have some escape items in your inventory.

Passing water

Water squares can be passed several ways. You may

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